PMA 2800

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  • Schedule of Classes - October 31, 2025 7:07PM EDT

PMA 2800
Introduction to Acting

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

An introduction to the actor's technique and performance skills, exploring the elements necessary to begin training as an actor, i.e., observation, concentration, and imagination. Focus is on physical and vocal exercises, improvisation, and text and character. There is required play reading, play attendance, and some scene study.


Distribution Requirements (CA-AG, KCM-AG, LA-AG), (ALC-AS, ETM-AS)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025FA, 2025SP, 2024FA, 2024SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  5398 PMA 2800   DES 501

    • MW
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Black, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: sophomores and first-years during pre-enrollment; all others should enroll on the waitlist.

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  5399 PMA 2800   DES 502

    • MW
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Gainor, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: sophomores and first-years during pre-enrollment; all others should enroll on the waitlist.

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  5400 PMA 2800   DES 503

    • TR
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Milles, B

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: sophomores and first-years during pre-enrollment; all others should enroll on the waitlist.

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)