This course merges the artistry of theater with the demands of entrepreneurship to help students develop powerful presentation and persuasion skills. Course DescriptionBy exploring the history of theater as a form of entrepreneurial enterprise, students discover how acting principles—such as voice control, physical presence, and emotional engagement—can be leveraged in delivering high-impact pitches. Through hands-on exercises, improvisation, and peer feedback, participants learn to craft compelling stories, conquer stage fright, and captivate their audiences. The ultimate goal is to transform each student’s personal narrative into a pitch that resonates with clients, investors, or collaborators while honoring the rich lineage of theatrical innovation. / This course is part of the Creative Entrepreneurship undergraduate major. Participants in this course will include undergraduate students. Please note that this course does not qualify for the $25 alumni tuition rate.Open to students ages 18 and above. Review complete policies, including registration policies, before completing your registrationClass meeting detailsThis course meets in person on MCAD's campus.PrerequisitesNoneRequired materialsTextbookSee canvas.mcad.edu/books for a list of required textbooks.Class resourcesThis class uses Canvas, MCAD’s Learning Management System. Please see the link for more information.Class savingsRegister on or before May 16 and save $25.Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).Additional savings. Are you eligible? This course does not qualify for the $25 alumni rate.Questions?Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765. Register Title Non-Credit Tuition $1,485.00 Tuition Type Non-Credit TuitionThree-Credit Tuition Course Closed The registration for this course is currently closed. Date: Mon, Aug 25, 2025 - Fri, Dec 12, 2025 Time: 1:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. CST Day(s) of the week: Thursday Ages: Open to students ages 18 and above. Term: Fall 2025 Location: In Person SKU: ES 1702 01 FA25 Prerequisites: None