THEATER
FOUNDATIONS OF THEATER Course Number: 6147
Grade level: 9 -12
Credit Value: .5
Prerequisite: N/A
Theater is a dynamic, collaborative art form that involves the investigation of different cultures, artistic expressions, understanding of stagecraft, as well as actor training. Specifically, this class will focus on the understanding and exploration of Theater; furthermore, the journey from its origins to its contemporary expressions will guide the students to discover and practice this discipline- both on and off stage. This course welcomes all students who wish to dive into the world of theatre and acquire new skills for life. This course is performance-based, assessments will be performed on stage at the end of each unit. Rehearsals are mandatory and might be after school. IMPROV Course Number: 6104
Grade level: 1 0-12
Prerequisite: Foundations of Theater or Teacher approval This course will provide the skills for the student to be spontaneous and expand their imagination. The principles and foundations of Improv will be taught in this class. Improvisation is designed to improve listening, collaboration skills and stage presence.The students will learn how to create dramatic situations, characters and build stories through original creation without a script. This course is performance based therefore the class assessment will be performed on stage at the end of each unit. At the end of the semester, there will be an Improv competition amongst the Improvisation classes. Attendance to the Improv Competition will be mandatory. Credit Value: .5
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