International Course in Drama Communication A

Aim

On completion of the course, students should be able - to relate theories of non-verbal means of expression to practical experience and describe possible applications of their knowledge in everyday contexts - to account for how status and personal territory affect interpersonal communication - to set up and analyse communicatively problematic situations and, by using their knowledge of interpersonal communication, find alternative courses of action - by drama communication methods to use fairy tales and myths as sources of knowledge.

Content

The course comprises basic theory and practice in drama communication. The course includes teaching segments in which we test and train group forming exercises, improvisation, exercises in body language and status, practice in verbal communication, using fairy tales and myths as sources of inspiration, leadership and interpretation on the stage. This course has a clear communicative content, with the focus on interpersonal relationships.