At Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Fall Semester

Composition for Stage and Performance 21M645 M/W 1-3, building 50-201 (Walker Memorial) 9 credits (4.5)

Performance workshop examines the theatrical event from the perspective of composition. Studio exercises address the process of developing a theatrical work through an internalized understanding of compositional principles in the theatre. Principles examined include Image, Movement, Shape, Repetition, Gesture, and Spatial Relationship—uses of Time, Space and Action. Complemented by outside readings, video-viewings, short essays, and in class discussions, this workshop provides the performer, director, choreographer, designer, writer opportunities to engage with large and small group ensembles in the creation of theatrical events.