Characters in amateur theatre are often ill-defined and non-compelling. Actors frequently don't have the tools necessary to develop characters that are three-dimensional and grounded in reality. Focus on a series of practical questions designed to assist actors and directors in fleshing out well-defined, consistent, and interesting characters who will add depth and meaning to performances.

Rod Armentrout has been a member of the Willow Creek Drama Team for 16 years and has had 25 years of combined acting experience in university, non-professional, and professional theater. He received his BA in theater from Iowa State University and his MFA in performance from Purdue University. As an Associate Drama Director in the Programming Department, Rod's responsibilities include acting, directing, and training.