Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.
An introduction to the actor's technique and performance skills, exploring the elements necessary to begin training as an actor, i.e., observation, concentration, and imagination. Focus is on physical and vocal exercises, improvisation, and text and character. There is required play reading, play attendance, and some scene study. (PMA-EP)
Distribution Requirements (CA-AG, KCM-AG, LA-AG), (ALC-AS, ETM-AS)
Program Requirements (PMA-EP)
Last 4 Terms Offered 2026SP, 2025FA, 2025SP, 2024FA
4 Credits
GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
Class Number & Section Details
6166PMA 2800 DES 501
Meeting Pattern
TR
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Gainor, J
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Syllabi:
none
Regular Academic Session.
Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits
GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
Class Number & Section Details
6167PMA 2800 DES 502
Meeting Pattern
MW
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Black, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Syllabi:
none
Regular Academic Session.
Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits
GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
Class Number & Section Details
6168PMA 2800 DES 503
Meeting Pattern
MW
Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
Instructors
Black, T
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
