Course Info: IA-0126

CourseIA-0126 Staging Graphic Novels/Comic B
Long TitleStaging Graphic Novels/Comic Books for Performance
Term2016S
Note(s) Satisfies Distribution
Textbook information
Meeting InfoEmily Dickinson Hall 104 on T,TH from 2:00-3:20
FacultyMei Ann Teo
Capacity16
Available-3
Waitlist1
Distribution(s) Arts, Design, and Media
Cumulative Skill(s)Independent Work
Multiple Cultural Perspectives
Writing and Research
Additional InfoIn this course, students are expected to spend at least six to eight hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time. This time includes reading, writing, research, and rehearsal.
Description

This directing class investigates the visual sequential art of graphic novels and comic books as inspiration for making theatre. Through dissecting the vocabulary of a two dimensional form, we examine perspective and perception to expand the possibilities of using time and space in live performance. By critical analysis of the content and form of stories in this genre, we will discuss and initiate character creation, world building, and how they link to constructing forms of live narrative. The class will stage comic books together, and will also include individual projects for a final showcase.