Intro to Theatre

Acting 1

Stagecraft 1

All Grades

Introduction to the Theatre provides an overview of the art, conventions, and history of the theatre. Students will learn all of the elements that go into a full theatrical production, both onstage and offstage, as well as historical, literary, and cultural background material.

All Grades
Prerequisite: Intro to Theatre
This course will provide the student with a comprehensive study of acting techniques including the steps in understanding, developing and presenting a character. Many opportunities for in-class performance will be provided. Further, the course will provide the students a basis for the evaluation of the performance of others. Various Acting Techniques will be discussed such as Stanislovsi, Greek Chorus, Shakespeare, Improvisation, Pantomime. 

All Grades
Prerequisite: Intro to Theatre
Stagecraft is the course which allows students to explore the technical elements of theatre. Various units will focus on lights, sound, costumes, makeup, properties, publicity, and set design. In addition, students will aid in the construction of sets for school productions. Proper and safe use of tools and the maintenance and care of equipment are vital parts of the course. Students will also read and discuss play scripts, with an emphasis on design. Ten hours of actual physical crew work outside of the class is required. This course may be repeated for credit.

Acting 2

Stagecraft 2

Issue Theatre

Grades 10, 11, 12
​Prerequisite: Acting 1 
 Acting II offers further opportunity for character analysis and development that were learned in Acting I. Scene study is combined with an exploration of theatre history, including political and cultural influences. Various acting techniques that will be covered include Meisner, Uta Hagen, Musical Theatre, Theatre for Young Audiences, Stage Combat, and Absurdism. Some out-of-class time will be required for this course. 

Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Stagecraft 1
Stagecraft is the course which allows students to explore the technical elements of theatre. Various units will focus on lights, sound, costumes, makeup, properties, publicity, and set design. In addition, students will aid in the construction of sets for school productions. Proper and safe use of tools and the maintenance and care of equipment are vital parts of the course. Students will also read and discuss play scripts, with an emphasis on design. Ten hours of actual physical crew work outside of the class is required. This course may be repeated for credit.

Grades: 11 and 12
Prerequisite: Acting 2 or Stagecraft 2 
In this class, scenes will be developed through improvisation and shared with the student body in various formats. The purpose of the class is to use theatre as a springboard for discussion of issues such as diversity, substance abuse, male/female relationships, peer pressure, etc. In addition to preparing and performing scenes, this class will feature expert presentations on various issues, including alcohol and drug abuse, depression, crimes of violence, discrimination and more. Students who enroll in the class must be able to work independently. Depending on enrollment, a production will be produced.

Repertory Theatre

Musical Repertory Theatre

Advanced Repertory Theatre

Grades: 11 and 12
Prerequisite: Acting 2 or Stagecraft 2
​​Enroll in Acting 3/Directing to take this course.
This is a course for the serious theatre student. Aspects of theatrical production, advanced acting techniques, and theatrical leadership will be addressed. Career exploration and preparation for theatre post high school will be covered, including auditioning skills and portfolio creation. Out-of-class time is required for production experience.
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 Grades: 11 and 12
Prerequisite: Acting 2 or Stagecraft 2 and any Choir Course
​Enroll in Acting 3/Directing to take this course.
Musical Repertory Theatre is to experience both the history of musical theatre and the performance aspects of understanding, scoring and performing a song. Students will
simultaneously learn the history of the art form, the performance style for each era of
musical theatre and how to create a meaningful and well crafted performance.  A Broadway Medley and Broadway Revue Show will be produced in this course. Out-of-class time is required for production experience.

Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Repertory Theatre or Musical Repertory Theatre
​​Enroll in Acting 3/Directing to take this course.
This course is for students who wish to take Repertory Theatre for a second time. In addition to the course requirements for Repertory Theatre, students will take a leadership role as producers, directors, and designers. Students may choose either Repertory Theatre or Musical Repertory Theatre. Out-of-class time is required for production experience.