About the This Experience Course

Two Credits in One Class

This full-year Experience class is designed for the Christian secondary student to complete two credits in one class. It involves homework, written assignments, team projects, memorization, and rehearsal activities outside of class time. An estimated 3-5 hours will be required weekly. During performance weeks in December and May, additional rehearsal time will also be required. Parents who calculate hours when determining homeschool credit can confidently award two credits for this course. 

While ungraded by tutors, students will be required to track learning, record progress (via self-assessments, peer reviews, and tutor feedback) and compile a final portfolio for presentation. GLO will provide sample course descriptions for two courses (Intro to Theatre Arts and Musical Theatre Performance) for parent records. 

Course Content

Through a combination of hands-on workshops led by professionals, drama and voice exercises, at-home readings and research, partner and team work, and out-of-class excursions students will gain knowledge, skills, and experiences through work in the following areas:

• Scripture study (Insights and reflections on the book of I John)

• Physical acting (Tableau, pantomime, improvisation, movement/dance)

• Vocal acting (Projection, diction, enunciation, vocal variety, expression)

• Internal & external acting (Character analysis and development, stage movement, blocking, solo and ensemble scenes)

• Playwriting (Playwriting conventions, dramatic interpretation, original character monologues, group-designed original sketches)

• Analysis & critiques (Elements and principles of theatre productions, interpreting conventions, determining meaning)

• Singing & choir participation

• Musical theatre productions

Additionally, students will be encouraged to meet with classmates to practice lines, attend a theatrical production, take a group field trip, and watch a broadway musical together. 

Students 12+ who are excited about this course and can commit to the requirements are welcome to apply!