Course information provided by the 2026-2027 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. (PMA-EP)
Distribution Requirements (CA-AG, KCM-AG, LA-AG), (ALC-AS, ETM-AS)
Last 4 Terms Offered 2026FA, 2026SP, 2025FA, 2025SP
4 Credits
GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
Class Number & Section Details
8166PMA 2800 DES 501
Meeting Pattern
MW
Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
Instructors
Black, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: sophomores and first-years during pre-enrollment; all others should enroll on the waitlist.
Syllabi:
none
Regular Academic Session.
Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits
GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
Class Number & Section Details
8167PMA 2800 DES 502
Meeting Pattern
TR
Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
Instructors
Gainor, J
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: sophomores and first-years during pre-enrollment; all others should enroll on the waitlist.
Syllabi:
none
Regular Academic Session.
Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits
GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
Class Number & Section Details
8168PMA 2800 DES 503
Meeting Pattern
MW
Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
Instructors
Black, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: sophomores and first-years during pre-enrollment; all others should enroll on the waitlist.
