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Theatre

Theatre Arts (Lab) - 4242

Grades 9-12

Two Trimesters

Students enrolled in Theatre Arts will read and analyze plays. They will create scripts and theatre pieces, conceive scenic designs, and develop acting skills. These activities should incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process and integrated studies. In the area of - Theatre history and culture: students discover how our individual cultural experiences impact our work in the theatre and compare how similar dramatic themes are treated from various cultures and periods; Analysis and response: students articulate their understanding of a play using elements of dramatic structure, identify the central action of a play, discuss its cause and effect, identify, develop and apply criteria to make informed judgments about theatre and reflect on and interpret the nature of the theatre experience; The creative process: students develop monologues and scenes, create appropriate design elements, and understand the body as the actor’s primary instrument in building characters; Integrated studies: students identify related characteristics, ideas, issues or themes in theatre and other disciplines and demonstrate knowledge of other disciplines through skills in theatre. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in theatre, attend and critique theatrical productions, and recognize the responsibilities and the importance of individual theatre patrons in their community.

Theatre Production (Lab) - 4248

Grades 10-12

One Trimester

Prerequisite(s): Theatre Arts

Introduction in the Theatre Production is a co-curricular laboratory for the exploration, development, and synthesis of all of the elements of theatre. Practical hands-on experiences in acting, directing, and stagecraft are provided through preparation and public performances of one or more plays. The production of a play supplements the Theatre Arts course, which concentrates on theories, information, and techniques, by providing for the integration and implementation of those ideas and skills. Although the course may meet during a regularly scheduled class period, the scope of activities may require additional time. Consequently, the course may meet outside of the school-day hours.

Advanced Acting - 4250

Grades 10-12

Two Trimesters

Prerequisite(s): Audition or instructor approval

Students enrolled in Advanced Acting will research, create, and perform characters through script analysis, observation, collaboration and rehearsal. These activities should incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process and integrated studies. In the area of - Theatre history and culture: students discover how our individual cultural experiences impact our work in the theatre and compare how similar dramatic themes are treated from various cultures and periods; Analysis and response: students articulate their understanding of a play using elements of dramatic structure, identify the central action of a play, discuss its cause and effect, identify, develop and apply criteria to make informed judgments about theatre and reflect on and interpret the nature of the theatre experience; The creative process: students develop monologues and scenes, create appropriate design elements, and understand the body as the actor’s primary instrument in building characters; Integrated studies: students identify related characteristics, ideas, issues or themes in theatre and other disciplines and demonstrate knowledge of other disciplines through skills in theatre. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in the theatre by attending plays, meeting actors and discussing their work, and becoming theatre patrons in their community.

Theatre Arts Special Topic [Shakespearience] (Lab) - 4254

Grades 10-12

One Trimester

Prerequisite(s): B or better in all Language Arts courses

Students taking this course will focus on a specific subject related to theatre arts, such as: Shakespeare, Children’s Theatre, Directing, Arts Management and other specialized areas of study. These activities should incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process and integrated studies. In the area of - Theatre history and culture: students discover how our individual cultural experiences impact our work in the theatre and compare how similar dramatic themes are treated from various cultures and periods; Analysis and response: students articulate their understanding of a play using elements of dramatic structure, identify the central action of a play, discuss its cause and effect, identify, develop and apply criteria to make informed judgments about theatre and reflect on and interpret the nature of the theatre experience; The creative process: students develop monologues and scenes, create appropriate design elements, and understand the body as the actor’s primary instrument in building characters; Integrated studies: students identify related characteristics, ideas, issues or themes in theatre and other disciplines and demonstrate knowledge of other disciplines through skills in theatre. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in the theatre by attending plays, meeting actors and discussing their work, and becoming theatre patrons in their community.