Introduction to Directing

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Foundational Scripture “Let all things be done decently and in order.” — 1 Corinthians 14:40 “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” — Colossians 3:23 ⸻ Learning Objectives By the end of this class, students will be able to: 1. Define the role and purpose of directing in drama and ministry using appropriate terminology. 2. List at least five key responsibilities of a director during a production process. 3. Describe the six main stages of directing a production and explain what occurs at each stage. 4. Analyze a short script excerpt and identify its spiritual and artistic themes. 5. Demonstrate an understanding of spiritual leadership by outlining three ways a director functions as a spiritual leader in a drama ministry. 6. Identify at least three common directing mistakes and explain their potential impact on a production. 7. ⸻Develop a basic rehearsal plan including prayer, blocking, and actor feedback.