- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
You've completed some performance training here at BCIT or you've taken some acting courses but you still need practice to deliver a refined, polished performance that wows the crowd. Or perhaps you want to achieve a higher level of narrating your own video production or make your podcast/presentation sound more professional? Explore a higher level of presentation whether in voiceover, social media, TV or stage with advanced techniques and more sophisticated practice. This next level performance and acting course will increase your creativity and on-air/on-stage comfort levels while you discover just how far you can 'act' your way to success.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in BCST 3251
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$608.59
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Create and utilize a personal warm up that includes all vocal resonators
- Enhance imagination/creativity through group and individual improvisation and acting exercises
- Become adept at Cold Readings
- Demonstrate and utilize Script Breakdown Techniques
- Add direction to refine delivery
- Lift texts off the page into a compelling presentation
- Set and sustain individual goals through self-discipline and self-assessment
- Understand body pockets, good posture & body plastiques to achieve a fully developed character/personna
Effective as of Winter 2021
Related Programs
Refining Performance (BCST 3261) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Broadcast and Digital Journalism
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Radio Arts and Entertainment
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Video Production and Editing
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2025
Below is one offering of BCST 3261 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 88594
Dates
Jan 13 - Mar 31 In Progress
- CRN 88594
- $608.59 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 13 - Mar 31 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:20 | Burnaby SE10 Rm. 161 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Tammy Bentz
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course will be delivered synchronously in person, requiring your attendance and participation in scheduled classes held at Burnaby Campus SE10 building on the days and times noted on the course web page. Prospective students should have solid written and spoken English language skills to be successful in this course. If seats remain, registration is permitted without approval up to January 17th, by calling 604-434-1610. There will be no class on Mon. Feb 17.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Spring/Summer 2025
Below is one offering of BCST 3261 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 67419
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 30 Seats Available
- CRN 67419
- $608.59 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 30 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:20 | Burnaby SE10 Rm. 161 |
Duration
11 weeks
Instructor
Tammy Bentz
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Pre-requisite is needed to register. If the pre-requisite has not been completed, contact the Program Assistant, Gena_Peters@bcit.ca. This course will be delivered synchronously in person, requiring your attendance and participation in scheduled classes held at Burnaby Campus SE10 building for the duration of the course. Prospective students should have solid written and spoken English language skills to be successful in this course. If seats remain, registration is permitted without approval up to April 11th, by calling 604-434-1610. There will be no class on Mon. Apr 21, May 19.
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.