Faculty of Art, Design and Drama

Acting with Masks (30 ECTS credits)

Acting with Masks at Oslo University College is a study-programme focusing on the production of masks, acting with masks, theory and didactics. The course is process-oriented. A large part of the training includes practical work with the production of and acting with masks. This includes the ability to play and experiment with masks, as well as creating a theatre for them.

Level: Undergraduate (Intermediate)

Prerequisites: One year of study (60 ECTS credits) in Drama and Theatre Communication + one semester of study (30 ECTS credits) in Dramaturgy. Other equivalent drama education at college or university level may also be accepted.

Semester: Spring

Aims and contents: The students shall develop their abilities and competence in drama by

acquiring knowledge about the distinctive qualities of direction, instruction and acting, related to acting with masks;
developing the ability to choose masks suitable to the context they shall be used in;
developing their skills in acting with different types of mask in differing circumstances;
acquiring insight and proficiency in the development of production concepts for plays with masks;
developing both artistic and pedagogic skills in the instruction of children, teenagers and adults in mask plays.

The course comprises four main subjects: Acting with Masks, Production of Masks, Theory and Didactics. These four subjects are drawn together in an experimental and developing project during the drama practice period.

More information

Oppdatert: 22. februar 2007
Redigert av: Petter Lindstad