Exploring Drama is an introductory class that is a quarter long and can be likened to a "sampling" of theatre. We explore a variety of topics from acting styles, to improvisation, to technical theatre. My hope is that you start to get excited about theatre and continue taking classes! 

Topics Covered

• Improvisation and Ensemble Work

• Pantomime and Movement

• Acting in Scenes & Stage Basics

• Blocking and Directing

• Intro to Technical Theatre

• Capstone Class Performance Project

*Please note that these topics are subject to change*

In this class we will explore theatre history, playscript analysis, utilizing our bodies in performance, and a variety of acting techniques to help us dive further into the world of theatre!

Topics Covered: 

• Theatre History

• Playscript Analysis

• Motivation, Subtext, Objective, Tactics

• Posture, Movement, Stage Presence, Voice Work

• Memorization

• Blocking and Directing

• Scene and Monologue Work

• Improvisation

• Devising Theatre

*Please note that these topics are subject to change*

This is the first year we're offering CTE (Career and Technical Education) for technical theatre! Rather than performing on stage, this class is all about the behind-the-scenes work. From set design, to running a show, we will cover a wide variety of topics to get hands on experience for creating a piece of theatre. 

Topics Covered:

• Roles in Technical Theatre

• Theatre Space and Tool Safety

• Scenic Design

• Lighting Design

• Sound Design

• Costumes and Makeup

• Props

• Set Construction

• Backstage Roles

• Running a Show 

*Please note that these topics are subject to change*

8th Grade Drama is our highest level of drama class and is intended to prepare you for High School drama. We will go deeper into acting techniques, directing, blocking, devising theatre, and will explore a variety of world theatre traditions. As 8th graders, you will be our Cimarron Colt's student leaders especially in the drama department!

Topics Covered:

• Improvisation

• Advanced Performance Skills

• Monologues & Scene Work

• Blocking and Directing

• Character and Performance Study

• Musical Theatre

• Technical Theatre

• Devising Theatre and Scriptwriting

• World Theatre Traditions

*Please note that these topics are subject to change*

This is the first year we're offering CTE (Career and Technical Education) for technical theatre! Rather than performing on stage, this class is all about the behind-the-scenes work. From set design, to running a show, we will cover a wide variety of topics to get hands on experience for creating a piece of theatre. In Technical Theatre 2 we will have higher expectations for you to create in ways that exemplify your creativity and leadership within our Colt Community. 

Topics Covered

• Roles in Technical Theatre

• Production Planning

• Advanced Design: Scenic, lighting, costume, sound

• Ensemble Creation

• Historical Design Research

• Building and Designing a Set

• Cue-ing a show

• Prepping for Tech Week

• Troubleshooting Tech Problems

• Production Critiques

*Please note that these topics are subject to change*