Exploring the foundations of DESIGN through Script Analysis, Given Circumstances, and Dramaturgy to develop a design project (set, costumes, lights, sound, props, marketing & publicity, or other proposed ideas to communicate a visual concept for a play.

     Exploring the foundations of ACTING  through Script Analysis, Given Circumstances, Dramaturgy, Action, Ojectives, Tactics, Performances, and Critiques.  

A character monologue is developed and performed by practicing learned skills.

 Using acting and other skills begun in Intro to Acting (and possibly in Stage Crew & Design), students work with others to create scene work using analysis, given circumstances, dramaturgy, rehearsal, critiques, and more, while exploring given circumstances and dramaturgy.

Year 1:  How American Theatre Found Its Voice

Year 2:  History of American Musical Theatre

This class is for actors, designers, stage managers, directors, and all students wishing to explore their craft and art.