Master of Arts in Interpretative Speech
The graduate program in Interpretative Speech provides the student with a broader theoretical base for his art, while at the same time allowing him to further develop his skills.
Curriculum Highlights
- Introduction to Graduate Studies
- Performance of Poetry in Historical Perspectives
- Private Lessons in Interpretative Speech
- Contemporary Narrative Performance
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Master of Arts in Interpretative Speech Personal
Opportunity Profile
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Key Courses
Performance of Poetry in Historical Perspectives and Contemporary Narrative Performance are core courses that provide valuable historical perspective while stretching your performance abilities.
Staging Literature This elective course provides in-depth exposure to the theory and practice of group interpretation.
Performing Literature is another elective class that affords you with new topics each year. Subjects covered in past years include Modern Poetry, Performing Shakespeare, and the One-Person Show. The course can be repeated.
Career Opportunities
While the skills and principles acquired from graduate study in Interpretative Speech can be applied in a variety of communication-intensive careers, the primary career orientation is toward teaching on a college or pre-college level or ministering through drama and performance in the local church.