About Me
My name is Zesty Lythgoe. I am from Denver Colorado, and am currently a theatre major at Monmouth College in Monmouth, Illinois. I am primarily trained in stage acting, as I have been doing so since I was a child, but have beginner experience being on camera. In addition to acting, I have a background in teaching with 100 hours towards a history secondary education degree.
The older I get, the more apt the name "Zesty" applies, as I am incredibly enthusiastic by nature and love to bring excitement and dedication to any project.
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THEA-171: Introduction to Theatre Studies
An introductory-level study of all major areas of theatre practice: acting, directing, design & technology, playwriting and dramaturgy, criticism, history, management, global theatre, musical theatre, stage-to-screen adaptation, and more!
THEA-276: Acting II
A continuation of the skills and techniques introduced in Acting I. Through exercises in ensemble, improvisation, vocal and physical work, monologues, and scene work, students will learn advanced skills required of acting for the stage. Students will develop advanced script and character analysis techniques, and will apply analysis and performance techniques to more demanding contemporary and modern texts (Chekhov, Shaw, Ibsen, Miller, Williams, etc.). Students will be introduced to other approaches to acting beyond the Stanislavski Systems, including physical/external approaches.​
THEA-377: Principles of Directing
A study of the practical and theoretical elements of stage directing for the serious Theatre or Theatre Education student. Readings in theory and production organization are combined with practical exercises in analysis, pictorial composition, movement. Exercises, studio work, and critiques culminate in students co-directing a fully realized mainstage production.
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THEA-250: Design Theory
A course that surveys the historical developments in theatre design and technology, as well as prominent design theories. Through lectures, demonstrations, studio work, and critiques, students develop an understanding of the history of scenic, costume, and lighting design. Students also gain competency in working with major design elements (color, line, and form).
THEA-275: Script Analysis and Dramaturgy
A study of the major theories and techniques of both play analysis and dramaturgy. Through critical reading, close analysis, and historical research, students develop competency in discerning a play's textual, creative, and contextual elements. Studies in dramaturgy facilitate investigation into the relationship between dramatic texts and theatrical practice/production.
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THEA-371: Acting III
A study of western acting techniques ranging from ancient Greek to 18th-century Restoration. Includes readings on performance history and theory, laboratory exercise, improvisation, scene study, character development, critical reflection, and the attendance of productions. Monologue and scene work are central to the coursework.
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