Drama 1A

7th and 8th Grade / Semester

Drama 1A is a beginning theater course that will encourage students to develop as performers and collaborators. 1A students will explore their skills as set and costume designers, directors, playwrights and stage managers in the Folktales Unit. They will develop scenes through improvisation and the study of Commedia dell'Arte and finish the semester with a solo performance. Very little homework is required. Students can showcase some of their work for families and friends at the end of the semester.

Drama 1B

7th and 8th Grade / Semester
Recommended Prerequisites: Drama 1A

Drama 1B is an advanced drama study for those motivated students who wish to continue developing their acting skills. Through monologues, scene work, and play script analysis, 1B students will collaborate on “Passion Pieces” to showcase their work as performers. Be prepared to attend a theatrical production outside of class, and performance after school or outside of school may be required. Students can showcase some of their work for families and friends at the end of the semester.