Speech & Drama

SPEECH AND DRAMA PATHWAY

This program focuses on the basic skills and knowledge foundations of drama and speech. Students learn about acting, memorization techniques, play analysis, set design, costumes, roles and director expectations and gain public speaking skills.

SPEECH/DRAMA I

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

An understanding and application of the principles of public speaking is emphasized. Speeches are analyzed based on their organization, content and delivery. Also covered will be such areas as oral interpretation, radio and TV announcing and commercials. The drama portion will cover an introduction to the arts and crafts of acting; the development of an awareness of vocal, physical and improvisational skills; and a basic approach to scene and character study through exercises and creative scenes from plays for individuals, small groups or an entire class.

SPEECH/DRAMA II

GRADES: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): SPEECH/DRAMA I

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

Speech/Drama II advances the skills taught in Speech/Drama I. The students will have extended opportunities to participate in acting, directing, costuming and designing a set. They will also practice and evaluate public speaking skills.

ADVANCED SPEECH/DRAMA

GRADES: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): SPEECH/DRAMA II

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

This course emphasizes advanced work in performance, directing, costuming, and makeup. The students will complete individual semester projects incorporating all these skills. They will practice and evaluate public speaking skills. This course may be taken twice for credit.