This year in Theatre we studied many different aspects. While it was a struggle to adapt the curriculum to virtual learning we were able to study the following topics:
Character Creation
Acting Theory (Uta Hagen)
Set Design
Script Writing
Lip Sync
Auditioning
Monologs
Voice & Speech
Parts of the stage
Jobs and Careers in the Theatre
Improv
Stage Combat
Workshopping and Devising a show
Theater as Social Change
This year the Patriot Players took on the challenge of producing a virtual show. The students were amazing problem solvers and creative partners to bring this comedic murder mystery to life.
While we are not allowed to post the show recording here, please take time to look at the digital program the students built: PROGRAM
Check out our Bloopers Below!!!
For Wootton's 50th Anniversary celebration, the Patriot Players were able to acquire the script of the original show ever performed at Wootton. Badlands Ballyhoo is a Wild West melodrama that follows the exploits of a small town trying to find a sheriff that is brave enough to rid them of the evil Monster Malloy.
Below is the recording of the staged reading of this script. Get some popcorn and enjoy!!!