PCS Drama Club
Listen to announcements for future club plans.
PERMISSION SLIPS are avalable at the office or from Mrs. Killeen
Listen to announcements for future club plans.
PERMISSION SLIPS are avalable at the office or from Mrs. Killeen
Tuesdays
3:00-4:15
(with a tech week in April 3-4:30)
Goals of Drama Club:
~ To teach skills associated with theater production and performance
~ To promote teamwork and cooperation
~Skill development in characterization, diction, line interpretation, physicalization, and presentation skills
~Integrate skills learned onto stage and rehearse a small production by the end of the year
In Drama Club, we will. . . .
~Practice presentation skills
~Become familiar with the parts of the stage and basic theater vocabulary
~Work as a team
~Aim to put on a production
There will be auditions once a script has been chosen. It will cost $80 a student to receive a script. Once you are cast, you are expected to be at EVERY rehearsal and present for the production.
See Mrs. Killeen if you have any questions
Dear Parents,
The Drama Club is pleased to announce that they are planning on putting on another exciting production in April. The Drama Club is a wonderful opportunity for students in 5th through 8th grade at PCS. Last Spring, the PCS Drama Club prepared and presented their fourth musical called Olympus: The Rock Musical.
Once again, Mrs. Killeen is teaming up with Mr. Sabourin to have a Drama Club this year. Mrs. Killeen, a fifth grade teacher at PCS, has been doing local theater for many years and is co-running the Drama Club for her 15th production. Our music teacher, Mr.Sabourin, participated in theater in high school and is excited to bring another show to PCS. The production team will be joined by Ms. Melanson (7/8 ELA teacher), Ms. Bedard (Kindergarten teacher), and Ms. Paonessa (Middle School Para).
There is a participation fee of $80.00 for anyone that wants to participate in Drama Club. The fee helps to cover the costs of scripts, royalties, costumes, sets, extra staffing, and any other materials needed for the production.
If you would like your child to participate, please fill out both sides of the following permission slip. Please attach a check for the amount of $80.00, made payable to WRSD. If you are unable to afford this fee, but would still like your child to participate in the production, please contact Mrs. Killeen and we will discuss possible options.
We will meet on Tuesday afternoons from 3:00-4:15 in the Cafeteria with a tech week in April. We would like to stress that if your child decides to participate in the production, they are expected to memorize their lines, attend ALL rehearsals, and attend both productions.
We are very eager to get started and are looking forward to this year’s spring musical.
Sincerely,
Bethany Killeen
Joshua Sabourin
I understand that by agreeing to participate in the PCS Drama Club, that. . .
I have reviewed all the dates & times provided and will be available for tech week and the two shows
I am expected to and will attend all rehearsals. (Three or more unexcused absences and/or late pick ups will result in removal from the club.)
My behavior must follow the school rules and expectations.
Drama Club Planned* Schedule 2026-2027
* Schedule may change and updated information will be sent home at a later date
Tuesday, October 20th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- Introduction, Parts of the Stage, Voice Projection, & Improve Activities
Tuesday, October 27th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria -Script announced and dry read through
Tuesday, November 10th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria - Auditions
Tuesday, November 17th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- Parts announced, Read Through or Music
Tuesday, November 24th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- music
Tuesday, December 1st: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- music
Tuesday, December 8th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- music
Tuesday, December 15th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- music
Tuesday, December 22nd: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- music/blocking
Tuesday, January 5th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- music/blocking
Tuesday, January 12th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- music/blocking
Tuesday, January 19th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- music/blocking
Tuesday, January 26th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- run through
Tuesday, February 2nd: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- run through
Tuesday, February 9th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- run through
Tuesday, February 23rd: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- run through off book
Tuesday, March 2nd: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- run through off book
Tuesday, March 9th: 3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- run through off book
Tuesday, March 16th:3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- run through with props
Tuesday, March 23rd:3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- run through with props
Tuesday, March 30th:3-4:15 PM/ Cafeteria- run through with props & costumes
Tuesday, April 6th :3-4:30 PM/ Cafeteria- run through with props & costumes
Monday, April 12th: 3-4:30 PM/ Cafeteria- Tech Week run through
Tuesday, April 13th: 3-4:30 PM/ Cafeteria- Tech Week run through
Wednesday, April 14th: 3-4:30 PM/ Cafeteria -Dress Rehearsal
Thursday, April 15th: TBD- DRESS REHEARSAL FOR THE SCHOOL
Thursday, April 15th: 5:30 call, 6:00 Show- SHOW TIME!!!
Tuesday, April 27th: 3-4:14 PM- Cafeteria Last meeting
Hard copies of the permission slip are avalable at the office and with Mrs. Killeen. If you are printing it out, you must also fill out the linked medical form. https://docs.google.com/document/d/15BQUSicMMt2E_RTPRHpA-LgCLGUdSiHqcR0f-zpu00g/edit?usp=sharing
Teacher Contacts:
Mrs. Killeen: bethany_killeen@wrsd.net
Mr. Rizzuto: robert_rizzuto@wrsd.net
Mr. Sabourin: joshua_sabourin@wrsd.net
Ms. Melanson
Ms. Paonessa
Ms. Bedard
Goals of Drama Club:
~ To teach skills associated with theater production and performance
~ To promote teamwork and cooperation
~ Do warm-ups, theater games, and improvisations
~Skill development in characterization, diction, line interpretation, physicalization, and presentation skills
~Integrate skills learned onto stage and rehearse a small production by the end of the year
In Drama Club, we will. . . .
~Practice presentation skills
~Become familiar with the parts of the stage and basic theater vocabulary
~Practice improvising and play some improv games
~Practice using non-verbal communication
~Work as a team
~Aim to put on a production
actor's line - words making up the dialogue of a play; "the actor forgot his speech" words, speech. dialog, dialogue - the lines spoken by characters in drama or fiction. aside - a line spoken by an actor to the audience but not intended for others on the stage.
cue- A theatrical cue is the trigger for an action to be carried out at a specific time. It is generally associated with theatre and the film industry. They can be necessary for a lighting change or effect, a sound effect, or some sort of stage or set movement/change.
run-through. a rehearsal, as of a dramatic or musical work or section, straight through from beginning to end.
Prop-formally known as (theatrical) property, is an object used on stage by actors during a performance.
Costume- clothing and the overall appearance of a character or performer. Please do not feel like you need to spend a lot of money. Be creative and see what you can make with what you have or can borrow.
It’s almost time for your big entrance. Your palms are sweaty, your knees are trembling, and your mouth is dry. You’re hoping beyond hope that your performance is over soon. We all know this feeling. Almost everyone has stage fright to a certain degree — that shock of fear that triggers the production of adrenaline, which ensures that you get those feelings of stress and excitement. A little bit of this tension is good because it helps you stay focused and energized. But too much can take away from the fun in your performance.
Even world-renowned, award-winning performers regularly experience stage fright. Helen Mirren once confessed, “I still suffer terribly from stage fright. I get sick with fear. Not every night, but at the beginning and on occasion — not necessarily when I’m expecting it. You just have to cope with it — take it on the chin and work through it, trying to use the adrenalin to perform.”
Know that you don’t have to be perfect. Allow yourself to make mistakes. A slip of the tongue, a wrong word, forgetting your lines — it’s okay... to a point! So don’t beat yourself up over every little flub. Instead, practice beforehand how to recover when something goes wrong. That way, you know what you’re going to do onstage, and you can know how to proceed if you make a mistake. In addition, keep in mind that the people in the audience understand your nerves — they’ve all experienced it, too. So if they laugh, remember that they’re laughing with you, not at you.
Acknowledge that stage fright is normal and use that energy to fuel your performance. Everyone experiences stage fright, even those who have taken the stage hundreds of times. Let it reassure you that you’re not alone, and that it is something you can overcome. In the weeks before your performance, find inspirational quotes from actors or singers you admire and read them over and over again as your own positive affirmations.
Turn negative talking into positive thinking. The longer you stay engulfed in negative territory the more it will feel like home. We are all experts at beating ourselves up through negative talk. Throughout rehearsals, use positive thinking and affirmations instead. Create a positive groove you can stay in for the actual performances. During rehearsals, take every negative statement you say about yourself and add “yet” to the end of it. “I don’t know my lines... yet.” “I’m not a good dancer... yet.” “I can’t do this... yet.”
Find time for calming activities in the days before your performance. Play sports or exercise, listen to music you love, read a book, go for a walk, do yoga, play with your dog... the possibilities are endless.
You are your character. Reframe your thinking and imagine that it’s your character, not you, going onstage. It is your character who might make a mistake, not you. So don’t think about yourself. How would your character react if they tripped while entering, dropped a propped, or hiccupped in the middle of saying something?
You are a part of a whole. You have worked with your cast for countless hours of rehearsals by now. They’re there to help you if something goes differently than expected.
Shake it out. Sometimes the best way to get the nerves out is to literally shake them out! Wiggle your arms, shake your hands, jump up and down. Use your jitters as energy to move throughout your space and release muscle tension.
Take deep breaths. Deep breaths are one of the most soothing things you can do when you feel overwhelmed. Inhale through the nose and out through the mouth, making sure that the breath goes deep into your diaphragm and not into your shoulders. Stand up straight, open up your chest. This will make you look and feel more confident. Take 30 seconds. Just. Breathe.
Trust the moment. Know that you’ve already done most of the work. You’ve practiced and memorized lines. You’ve learned lyrics, songs, and dances. You’ve worked hard and done your best. Now, let it go. Enjoy the fruits of your labor and trust yourself in the moment!
You know that instance when you’re standing onstage and you have that feeling of tension? When it comes down to it, it’s a logical feeling and actually very good! Embrace it! Because of that tension, your performance can peak! Everyone has that feeling, even if they’ve been there a thousand times before. So don’t worry about it. Use the energy to feel alive... you are a performer.