Theater/Speech

Theatre Arts I is a broad overview of the world of theatre. This class includes theatre history, basic vocabulary, script analysis and play writing. Students will be expected to perform in small group and individual performances in class. The objective of Theatre Arts I is to promote self-esteem while developing creative thinking and communication skills through ensemble work.

Available: CHS, MHS, UHS

Prerequisite: Intro To Theatre Arts, application and instructor approval

Maximum 1 credit

Stage Craft and Set Design is a class which teaches the techniques of staging including set design and construction, lighting design, and costume design through lecture, demonstration, and hands-on experience.

Available: CHS, MHS, UHS

Prerequisite: Intro To Theatre Arts, application and instructor approval

Maximum 1 credit

Drama III focuses on a performance based study of the process of acting. Emphasis will be placed on a student’s audition skills as well. Students will perform multiple pieces from various literary works. Scene writing and directing will also be explored.

Available: CHS

Prerequisite: Application required

Speech (Drama IV) is a designed for students interested in competitive forensics. Speech events range from limited preparation events that require extensive knowledge of current events to dramatic and humorous interpretation, which challenge them to find powerful moments in literature and recreate them for an audience. Speech Team members are required to participate in three tournaments each semester. Students must have teacher approval to take this class.

Available: CHS

Prerequisite: Drama I

Cost: $119

Theatre is a practical subject that encourages discovery through experimentation, risk-taking and the presentation of ideas. The IB theatre course is multifaceted and gives students the opportunity to actively engage in theatre as creators, designers, directors and performers. It emphasizes working both individually and collaboratively as part of an ensemble. Students learn to apply research and theory to inform and to contextualize their work.

Through researching, creating, preparing, presenting and critically reflecting on theatre, they gain a richer understanding of themselves, their community and the world. Students experience the course from contrasting artistic and cultural perspectives. They learn about theatre from around the world, the importance of making theatre with integrity, and the impact that theatre can have on the world. It enables them to discover and engage with different forms of theatre across time, place and culture, promoting international-mindedness and an appreciation of the diversity of theatre.