Students engage in creating theatre through acting, script analysis, observation, collaboration, and exploration.   Beginning with the introductory Theatre Arts course and expanding to the more specialized courses, these classes encourage students of varying abilities to explore and develop their own acting and technical skills.  Students are exposed to opportunities to support local theatre and raise their awareness of the presence and importance of theatre in their daily lives.

 

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Theatre Arts (Gr. 9-12) 1 semester                                                                                            1806

This is a beginning acting course. In addition to exposing students to the world of theatre, it is meant to provide an initial challenge for those interested in drama and help them discover their own areas of strength.  Heavy emphasis is placed on exercises in voice, body, and stage movement.  Basic stage terms and theater knowledge are also of primary focus.  Students may be expected to participate in at least one school performance which may be held during the school day or outside the normal school day hours. As this course is performance-based, attendance is vital to ensure student achievement. (4242)

Note: Dual credit option through PFW

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Advanced Theatre Arts (Gr. 9-12) 1 semester                                                                           1816

Instruction builds upon the skills developed in the Theatre Arts course. Students memorize and analyze scripts and apply criteria to make informed judgments about theatre presentations. Heavy emphasis is placed on collaboration with scene partners, memorization, and character development. This is a challenging course designed for students wishing to challenge themselves in acting. Students may be expected to participate in at least one public performance which may be held during the school day or outside the normal school hours. As this course is performance-based, attendance is vital to ensure student achievement. (4240)

Prerequisite: Theatre Arts

 

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Musical Theatre (Gr. 9-12) 1 semester                                                                                      1346

Students study the history of musical theatre and its place in today’s society.  They participate in staging, choreographing, rehearsing, and performing an original or existing musical work.  Additionally, students explore career opportunities in theatre, attend and critique theatrical productions, and recognize the responsibilities and the importance of individual theatre patrons in their community.  Regular class performances will be held and outside performances opportunities will be offered to students as available.  As this course is performance based, attendance is vital to ensure student achievement.  Students will perform scenes as well as vocal solos, duets, and ensembles throughout the semester.  There will be one evening public performance requirement for this class.    (0518)

             Note: Can be taken for successive semesters

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