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Introduction to Theatre: 6th Grade
Introduction to Theatre: 6th Grade
Welcome to Introduction to Theatre and the wonderful, magical Black Box Theatre! This 6th grade theatre class is an introduction to the acting and theatrical production process with an emphasis on collaboration. Students learn to utilize basic actor’s tools through the exploration of creating a character, using their body and voice in interesting ways, and demonstrating effective stage movement. They Learn to develop their own material through the use of improvisation, as well as scripted material.
MS Studio: 8th Grade
MS Studio: 8th Grade
In this class, students will build upon previously learned skills to portray more compelling characters and complex scenes. Students will use various creative drama techniques to build ensemble, stimulate imagination, movement, and role-play with an emphasis on movement and stage presence. Students will focus on realistic acting, commanding audience attention, and developing a stage presence. They will understand and follow stage directions, and use proper techniques for body and voice control. Students will learn and discuss the basic elements of drama to better understand and analyze characters and scripted material. Students will also learn different aspects of technical theatre and design. Students will exhibit and reinforce their skills through individual and group presentations, performances, and script and journal writing.
May be listed in Powerschool as Creative Dramatics
Creative Dramatics:
Creative Dramatics:
7th Grade
7th Grade
This course is an introductory level exploration of the performing art of theatre - both on and backstage. Seventh graders will work together to create a class ensemble that works cohesively and imaginatively to perform improvisations, short performances, and a semester showcase. Students will discuss theatre’s application to other forms of media, their education, and future careers. First quarter will focus on hands-on theatre basics such as: projection, breath control, stage movement, pantomime, improv, monologues, and group performance. Second quarter the course will move into technical theatre.
May be listed in Powerschool as Intro to Theatre II
Introduction to Stage Craft: 8th Grade
Introduction to Stage Craft: 8th Grade
In this class, students will build upon previously learned skills. This course will meet during one of the HS Tech 1 classes and is open to 8th graders who have demonstrated excellent skills and motivational development during and interest in technical theatre during their 7th-grade theatre arts courses. Students will also learn different aspects of technical theatre and design. Students will exhibit and reinforce their skills through hands-on work, individual and group presentations, critiquing performances and script analysis.
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