DANCE & THEATER

Introduction to Theater (792) * NEW !!! *

Grade 9, 10, 11, 12

Credit 0.5

This semester-long course is an introduction to the world of theater and will run in the Fall semester. The course will be split into two major categorical topics during the course of the semester; acting and technical theater. Students will be able to grow their own creative processes in both realms of the theatrical world through readings, discussion, monologue and scene work, and design projects. Throughout the entirety of the course, an emphasis will be placed on the inherent importance of creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving in the theatrical world. This course will culminate with a showcase of student work. This course is a prerequisite for Theatrical Production and Design. 

Theatrical Production and Design 1-4      

Grade 9 (799), 10 (800), 11 (794), 12 (796) 

Credit 0.5 

Prerequisite: Introduction to Theater

This rigorous semester-long course is a complete immersion into the world of theatrical production and will run in the Spring semester. Students will choose a theatrical work to produce over the course of the semester. Students will work in all areas of the production, which include the following: actors, stage manager, assistant director, technicians, and designers (costume and set). The finished production will be performed in the month of May. All students must fully participate in the production being produced in order to earn a passing grade. Throughout the course, guest speakers and theatrical performances will be utilized to enhance a student’s view of the theatrical world. Class size will be limited to one section with a maximum of 15 students. Upperclassmen are offered first preference. There is a $200 fee for this course.  Teacher approval required for current students.  

Dance Company - FA (793)

Grade 9, 11, 12 

Dance Company - PE  (797)

Grade 10

Credit 1.0 

The Dance Company is an audition-based group that gives the opportunity for up to 15 dancers who have demonstrated the potential for technical and artistic growth. Each individual within the group will be working on technical strengths and performance qualities while preparing for numerous in school performance opportunities. Dance Company will be required to participate in the fall in-house Dance Convention (excused only if they have a prior dance commitment), and perform during IHM Founder's Day, and the Winter and Spring Dance Showcases. Each individual has displayed an understanding of dance concepts and has the potential to progress and therefore will be encouraged to audition for Elite and Performance Company each year if she so chooses. There is a fee of $300 for this course.  Audition and teacher approval required. 

Performance Company - FA (783)

Grade 9, 11, 12

Performance Company - PE (801)

Grade 10

Credit 1.0 

The Performance Company is an audition-based group that gives the opportunity for up to 15 dancers who have demonstrated the potential for technical and artistic growth. Each individual within the group will be working on technical strengths and performance qualities while preparing for numerous performance opportunities. Performance Company will be required to participate in the Open House performance, IHM Founder's Day performance, the Winter and Spring Dance Showcases, Regional/National High School Dance Festival, other local performances Attendance at our fall in-house Dance Convention is also required (they will only be excused in the event of a prior dance commitment). Additional rehearsals in direct connection to these performances may be required during FLEX time. Each individual selected for this class has displayed the technical ability to progress at a quick pace and therefore will be encouraged to audition for Elite Company if she so chooses. There will be a fee of $600 for this course.  Audition and teacher approval required. 

Elite Company - FA (784)

Grade 9, 11, 12 

Elite Company - PE  (802)

Grade 10

Credit 1.0 

With this select group of students the focus is on performance-based dance. The course offers the opportunity for 8-12 students who are serious about the art of dance. The group learns choreography quickly, works within an ensemble and prepares for numerous performance opportunities. Students are required to participate in the Open House Dance Performance, fall in-house Dance Convention, Fthe IHM Founder's Day performance, the Winter Dance and Spring Dance Showcases, and the Regional/National High School Dance Festival, in addition to a commitment to participate in possible festivals and extracurricular performances. Additional rehearsals in direct connection to these performances may be required during FLEX time. Additional, optional, performances may be scheduled for the academic school year. There is a fee of $600 for this course.  Audition and teacher approval required.