Welcome - Spoken Word CRWR 3200   Spoken Word
CREDIT HOURS: 3
In this writing and performance workshop you will explore the art of spoken word and consider the relationship between text and performance. Emphasis will be on the writing and performance of student works-in-progress, however classes will also examine historic and contemporary approaches to spoken word (and related art forms like dub poetry and slam poetry) and its use of theatrical tools and techniques. Various forms and styles will be analyzed to consider topics like writing for the stage, poetic metre and cadence, staging/blocking, and vocal performance. Students will submit works-in-progress for workshop and peer review, and develop some of these works for assignments. Basic knowledge of and access to audio recording software (e.g. GarageBand, Audacity) is recommended but not required. Students will receive peer feedback in a workshop environment and have frequent opportunity to play audio recordings of their work and/or perform live for their peers. While the focus of the course is on creativity, students will also learn something of the business of spoken word through class discussion and a visiting guest industry professional. The course will culminate in a performance showcase of student work, and combine workshop, lecture and discussion at the 3000 level.
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FORMAT: Lecture
PREREQUISITES: Completion of CRWR 2000.06 or 2002.03; or 60.0 credit hours, including 6.0 credit hours at the 1000-level in CRWR, ENGL, PERF, or KING.
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