School of Acting AA

Acting (AA)

Study fundamental acting technique and start to build your reel on camera, release your imagination through improvisation, stretch your physical and vocal horizons in Movement and Voice & Speech classes, and develop insights into the larger story through script analysis in the Academy of Art University’s AA Acting program. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for a seamless transition into our BFA Acting program.

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Associate of Arts (AA) Degree

This program is only available onsite.

Core Classes

ACT 101 Respect for Acting Core/3
ACT 105 Meisner 1 Core/3
ACT 112 Voice and Speech 1 Core/3
ACT 123 Improvisation 1 Core/3
ACT 125 Acting in Action Core/3
ACT 141 Movement: Physical Acting Core/3
ACT 155 Meisner 2 Core/3
ACT 181 Alexander Technique 1 Core/3
ACT 212 Voice and Speech 2 Core/3
WRI 188 Characters and Backstory Core/3

FOR YOUR INDIVIDUALIZED ENROLLMENT PLAN, CONTACT YOUR ADVISOR

Unit Requirements

Major Coursework Units
Core 33
Major 9
Liberal Arts 18
Total 60

Degree Requirements

AA ACTING DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum grade of C- in all core courses, major courses, and LA 107 Writing for the Multilingual Artist or LA 108 Composition for the Artist.
  • Minimum 2.0 GPA and the following general education requirements:
    2 Art Historical Awareness courses
    1 Written Communication: Composition course
    1 Written Communication: Critical Thinking course
    1 Employment Communications & Practices course


After above general education requirements are met, take Liberal Arts electives as needed to fulfill the Liberal Arts unit requirement.

Additional Information

Program Learning Outcomes

Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Acting

  • Articulate a playable objective and translate that objective into performance choices that serve the story
  • Identify a character's journey and change
  • Demonstrate adherence to the basic vocal and physical requirements for on-camera acting

Movement

  • Identify physical habits and patterns that interfere with your ability to make transformative acting choices

Voice and Speech

  • Use language in pursuit of an objective

Professional Readiness

  • Demonstrate understanding of audition requirements for seeking professional work as an actor

Academy of Art University Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Academy of Art University will demonstrate the ability to:

  1. Produce a body of work suitable for seeking professional opportunities in their chosen field of art and design.
  2. Solve creative problems within their field of art and design, including research and synthesis of technical, aesthetic, and conceptual
  3. knowledge.
  4. Communicate their ideas professionally and connect with their intended audience using visual, oral, and written presentation skillsrelevant to their field.
  5. Execute technical, aesthetic, and conceptual decisions based on an understanding of art and design principles.
  6. Use professional terminology to evaluate their work and work in the field.
  7. Recognize the influence of major cultural and aesthetic trends, both historical and contemporary, on art and design products.
  8. Learn the professional skills and behaviors necessary to compete in the global marketplace for art and design
  9. Engage with a variety of communities beyond the classroom through internship opportunities, study abroad programs, athletics, student interest clubs, and participation in collaborative, civic, and pro bono projects.

*Semester plans are subject to change at any time. Semester breakdowns displayed are suggested and additional options are available to help customize your educational experience. Speak to an admissions or student services representative for more information. Please see our catalog for more details at: https://catalog.academyart.edu

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