Survey of Drama

Students will learn to analyze and critique the elements of theatre. Students will study contemporary and modern plays and basic theatre conventions and terminology. Students will learn the fundamental elements of performance and technical theatre production. Students will study how to write and present original scenes, monologues and analyze dramatic literature.

Course Syllabus

Acting I

Students will be expected to develop skills such as projection, articulation, characterization and physicalization. Students will study scenes, monologues and improvisation and pantomime will be included. Students will perform in a showcase production outside of class.

Students will study scenes and monologues and engage in acting criticism and performance quality development. Scene and monologue study as well as analyzing dramatic literature and improvisation will be included. Attending and participating in theatre productions will be a strong focus in this course.

Stage craft is a class designed to engage students in all areas of theatre production. Students will participate in all capacities as it relates to acting, directing lighting, sound, scenic, costume and make-up design. They will apply their skills in a full length production.

Public Speaking is for students who want to develop skills in writing and presenting speeches. Basic principles in informative, persuasive and impromptu speeches will be covered. Students will also practice speaking skills in the form of oral readings and group discussions.

Students selected for this class will learn advanced acting techniques such as inner monologue, given circumstances and character development. Students will study modern theatre movements, playwriting and classical scene study. Students will participate in school productions and write a one act original play.