Open to scholars in grades 9-12.

NO Prerequisite. No previous experience required.

Course Objective: Scholars will learn the basics of theater and performance; including voice, movement, characterization, etc. Scholars will read scripts for meaning, understanding, and evaluation. Scholars will create, rehearse, and present several structured theatrical scenes individually, with partners, and in groups. Scholars will also study the historical and cultural impact of drama and examine the role that drama plays in society. All performance work is in class. 

There are no public performances or outside class time requirements in Drama 1.

• Course is a full year course. 

• Credit is offered at .5 per semester.

• Credit is FINE ARTS.

REGISTRATION CODE: FA301, FA302 

Open to scholars in grades 10-12 who have successfully taken and passed Drama 1 at FWHS.

Prerequisite: Drama 1 or special permission by instructor.

Course Objective: Scholars will further develop their performance skills (voice, movement, characterization, etc) and deepen their understanding of lessons learned in Drama 1. Fall Semester culminates with a performance showcase in January. Semester 2 includes plawrighting and directing and will culmnate with a showcase in May.

Some after school rehearsals willl be required. 2 performance nights in January and 2 performance nights in May will be required.

• Course is a full year course. 

• Credit is offered at .5 per semester.

• Credit is FINE ARTS.

REGISTRATION CODE: FA401, FA402

Open to Scholars in grades 9-12.

Prerequisite. Must have taken Musical Theatre at FWHS or successfully pass an Audition with instructor. Although not required, it is highly encouraged that scholars also be enrolled in Choir.

Course Objective: Scholars will focus on the continued development of acting, singing, and dancing skills. Coursework involves a continued development of all aspects of musical theater and culminates in the public performance of a musical. 

This course requires some after school and evening commitments: 2 evening performance dates are required in January, after school rehearsals are required in April, and 6 performances over two weekends in May are required.

• Course is a full year course. 

• Credit is offered at .5 per semester.

• Credit is FINE ARTS.

REGISTRATION CODE:

Open to Scholars in grades 9-12.

NO Prerequisite. Although not required, it is highly encouraged that scholars also be enrolled in Choir.

Course Objective: Scholars will focus on the development of acting, singing, and dancing skills. Coursework involves an introduction to all aspects of musical theater and culminates in the public performance of a musical. 

This course requires some after school and evening commitments: 2 evening performance dates are required in January, after school rehearsals are required in April, and 6 performances over two weekends in May are required.

• Course is a full year course. 

• Credit is offered at .5 per semester.

• Credit is FINE ARTS.

REGISTRATION CODE: MU927, MU928 

Open to scholars in grades 9-12.

NO Prerequisite.

Course Objective: Scholars will concentrate on the major areas of theater technology including some design and construction. Scholars will learn about theatre safety, designing and building sets, theatrical lighting, audio for theatrical use, costuming, and learn the roles and responsibilities of the Stage Manager, Production Manager, and House Manager. 

Some afternoon/evening and weekend work will be required. 

Students who complete the course successfully and pass an operations test with the district may be eligible for employment by the district to work in the Federal Way High School Theater.

• Course is a full year course. 

• Credit is offered at .5 per semester.

• Credit can be claimed as CTE or FINE ARTS.

Industry Recognized Certificates: 

• BACKstage Exam by USITT will be offered in May to successful scholars.

• OSHA-10 for Entertainment Industry will be offered early in fall semester

REGISTRATION CODE: FA603T, FA604T