Drama Classes

Drama 1

10 credits/year

 Drama 1 provides the student with a basic background in theatrical principles, with emphasis on stage voice and movement, scene and monologue work, pantomime, improvisation, acting technique, and stage terminology. Students will apply newly acquired principles in the production of an assigned play. Outside rehearsals are required second semester. Significant extra time can be expected.

Drama 2/3

10 credits/year

Prerequisite: C or better in Drama 1.

This class is designed as a continuation of Drama 1 for students who wish to study various acting styles and design techniques. There will be a strong emphasis on classical and/or improvisation styles, monologues, and scene performance, as well as play writing. Students will participate in outside theater competitions and are required to attend drama productions periodically throughout the year. Students will study theatrical make-up, theater history, children's theater, and advanced theater techniques, and memorized scenes. The class will produce and perform a one-act plays.

Rehearsal and Performances

10 credits/year

Prerequisite: C or better in Drama 1.

Students audition for a part in a school play and go through the process of putting on a production from beginning to end. Students will study acting techniques to develop their characters, memorize lines, learning blocking, and perform in front of an audience. Outside rehearsals and performances are required.