Drama

Beginning Drama - This course is designed to introduce students to acting and elements of theatre. This introductory acting class will teach students how to use the tools of the actor such as voice, body and mind. The history of theatre and its conventions are also cornerstones of the course. Pantomime, improvisation and an animal unit are acting emphasis units that culminate into a final scene from a professionally published play as a semester final. Reading and analysis of play along with research will provide the learning of theatre history and its conventions. Students will be assessed through portfolio. All students will be required to keep a reflections journal of their learning. All units will be evaluated through self, peer and teacher assessment.

Advanced Drama - This course is designed to further develop dramatic techniques introduced in Drama I. In depth analysis of characters and the elements of theatre are the emphasis of the class. Significant acting areas include audition pieces, scene work, and analysis of character. Study of personal physicality, vocality, and concentration techniques are also areas of study. Play analysis of major works constitute learning in the area of theatre literature and history. Students will be assessed through portfolios. All students will be required to provide a binder for their portfolio. All units will be evaluated through self, peer and teacher assessment.

Play Production - This course is the introductory production course of the Drama Department. It is designed for talented students being introduced to the production of full-length plays. This advanced group of students will choose, produce, and perform two major theatrical works on stage for their peers and the general public. Each production will occur at the end of each semester. This first level production course will introduce and instruct the student on the elements of production. Major production of full-length plays is the focus of this course. This class will produce all elements of theatrical productions which will include, but are not limited to: acting, directing, set design, costume design, lighting design, stage management and publicity. All students will be required to be involved in many facets of theatre production. Students will be assessed through performance and teacher observation.