Theater Workshop

In this unit, students will examine the origins and development of tragic drama. Through the study of several Greek tragedies, students will explore how playwrights use conflict, fate, character flaws, and moral dilemmas to reveal deeper truths about human nature and society. Students will analyze dramatic structure, themes, and character development through discussions, performances, and written analyses that encourage critical thinking about the emotional and social impact of tragedy on audiences.

In this unit, students will develop performance and critical analysis skills through the close study and presentation of dramatic scenes, dialogues, and monologues. Students will explore character motivation, relationships, subtext, and interpretation of dramatic text while actively rehearsing and performing selected scenes. Through collaborative rehearsal processes, students will evaluate acting choices, analyze staging and delivery, and refine their understanding of how performers bring scripts to life for an audience. Class activities will emphasize communication, creativity, teamwork, and the ability to thoughtfully interpret and respond to dramatic literature through performance.

In this unit, students will synthesize their understanding of dramatic literature and performance through an in-depth study of a specific play. Students will closely examine themes, characterization, dialogue, and stage directions while analyzing how playwrights communicate meaning through dramatic structure and performance choices. Through passage analysis, discussion, rehearsal activities, and scene interpretation, students will evaluate how actors and directors bring a script to life on stage. This unit encourages students to apply critical reading, collaborative performance, and analytical skills as they develop a deeper appreciation for the relationship between text and theatrical production.