(10-12) 1.0 credit

In this class, focus is on performance, improvisation, scene study, script writing

and production work. The class is offered in the fall & spring to upper classman

and focuses on putting together theatrical productions. Rehearsal time will be

required in class and after school within three weeks of production dates.

(repeatable) PREREQUISITE: Theater Arts or Instructor consent.

(10-12) 1.0 credit

Students will learn the techniques, organizational skills and creative approaches

necessary to produce effective theater work. The curriculum of this class

promotes leadership, confidence, and motivation. Students will conduct

auditions, run rehearsals, and direct a cast for a public production of a one-act

play they will select and prepare. (repeatable) Extracurricular time outside of

class required.

PREREQUISITE: Theatre Arts I and instructor consent.

(9-12) 0.5 credit

Musical Theatre Dance is a course that focuses on coordination, balance,

timing, and performance. Students will learn basic dance techniques and

different styles of dance commonly used in musical theatre performances. This

class emphasizes technique and stage presence in addition to partner work.

Students will warm up and stretch, rehearse new dance steps which will be

combined into choreographed dances, improve their technique and create

their own choreography. (repeatable)

(10-12) 0.5 credit

The Dance Element focuses on coordination, balance, timing, and

performance. Students will learn basic dance techniques and different styles of

dance commonly used in musical theatre performances. This class emphasizes

technique and stage presence in addition to partner work. Students will warm-

up and stretch, rehearse new dance steps which will be combined into

choreographed dances, improve their technique and create their own

choreography. The Vocal Element focuses on developing the voice, improving

vocal technique, and performance. Students will be exposed to many styles of

singing used in musical theatre performances. Students will learn to sing solo

and chorus roles, preparing them to be successful in a musical

theatre production. Each semester would close with a Revue Show highlighting

both the vocal and dance elements. In addition, students would be able to

prepare vocal and dance selections to be used for college auditions and

develop a professional resume. (repeatable)

PREREQUISITE: Previous or concurrent enrollment in a high school theatre arts or

choir course.

(10-12) 0.5 credit

The class is designed to allow students an in-depth experience with the

technical aspects of play production. You will complete theatrical construction,

costuming, stage lighting, sound design and basic board operation. Students

will work with tools and apply various carpentry skills. Students will also apply

painting skills and techniques as well as costuming and make up skills.

Teamwork, leadership, and creativity are emphasized. Students will have the

opportunity to design for the productions and work on portfolios. (repeatable)

PREREQUISITE: Technical Theatre, Theatre Arts I AND theatre instructor consent.

(9-12) 0.5 credit

The class is designed to introduce students to the technical aspects of theater

production. You will learn about different stages and the various opportunities

in technical theatre. Students will learn vocabulary, tools, theatrical

construction techniques, painting skills, and the principles of design. Students

will participate in lab exercises a few times during the semester where they will

gain hands on experience. No previous theatre experience required.

(9-12) 1.0 credit

This class is the introduction course to the theater program. In this class you will

learn about the history of theatre, theatre terminology, stage movement,

character development, acting techniques, theatre stage safety, technical

theatre skills and management skills, as well as skills that will help you grow in

the art of theatre and life.