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Dramatics
Grades 9, 10; 5 credits; One Year Nonrequired English Elective

The basic techniques of dramatic production will become familiar to the students in this course. In addition, students will see the evolution of drama through the ages. This course will, by means of examination and practice, increase the students' enjoyment of stage drama, movies, radio and television. Students will learn the underlying techniques behind the production of drama which will enlighten their understanding and develop their ability to interact as audience or active participant.

Instructor: Mr. James Lavin


Theatre Arts I
Grades 10, 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Nonrequired English Elective; Prerequisite: Dramatics or International Thespian Society Membership

This is a course designed for those students who have considerable interest and experience in the theatre arts. Students who have completed Dramatics or who have earned membership in the International Thespian Society are eligible for this course. Activities will include designing sets, writing original scripts, adapting scripts, and directing and producing plays for presentation before audiences. Students will attend and critically evaluate a theatrical performance and the course will culminate in a public performance of works produced in class.

Instructor: Mrs. Stacy Snider


Theatre Arts II
Grades 10, 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Nonrequired English Elective; Prerequisite: Theatre Arts I

This course requires a student grounded in the basics who desires more in-depth work in a variety of theatrical forms. In addition to expanding their own knowledge, students will be required to lead the Theatre Arts I students as models and mentors. Because this is a production course, students will be required to direct or act before a live audience. Every year since 2004, Theatre Arts II students are required to write a script to be performed. Past shows include...

2004-2005:
Peter Pan in Neverland: the E! True Hollywood Story
2005-2006:
The Monopoly Musical
2006-2007:
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Instructor: Mrs. Stacy Snider


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