Advanced Theatre
6th Period - Stage 2, Performing Arts Center
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Course Description:
This course is designed for students with strong interest and
background in theatre arts. The class will include opportunities
to study and work in all aspects of theatre production, including play
writing, direction, technical production, multimedia performance and
acting. Activities will function on a workshop format with
students working individually and in groups on performance
pieces. Students will also function as audience members for
one another, offering constructive criticism based on knowledge and
appreciation of the actor’s work.
Requirements:
Students are expected to participate fully in
all class activities. There will be opportunities for public
performance three times per year in evening venues decided upon by
instructor and student input. Students must participate in two of
these performance opportunities. .
In addition to these performance requirements, other opportunities to
both perform and attend performances will be presented.
Attendance/Discipline Policies:
Students are expected to on time and prepared for class. All attendance
and behavior policies outlined in the Olympia High School student
handbook will be adhered to. In addition, the following specific
policies will apply:
1 No food, or beverages except water are allowed in
the Performing Arts Center and must be left outside the classroom or
kept in bags. Violation of this policy will result in discipline
according to regular school procedures.
2. Cell phones and other electronic devices must be turned off and left in bags or outside the classroom.
3. Students will treat all costume, set and prop materials with care, making sure the playing
space is restored to order at the end of the period.
4. Students are expected to wear or be prepared to
change into loose-fitting, comfortable clothing which will allow
participation in exercise, dance, stage combat and physical activities
designed to enhance acting performance. “Drama clothes’ may be
kept at school for this purpose if necessary.
Late and Make-up Work:
Upon returning from an excused absence, it is up to the student to
check with instructor concerning missed assignments or lecture
notes. If a student has an absence of more than two days and is a
part of a scene being performed, the student may be replaced in the
scene and substitute a memorized monologue of proportionate length upon
return to class. Students will be dropped from class if absences
become a problem for rehearsal and performance of work.
Evaluation:
All performances and written assignments will be assigned point
values. Students will receive copies of assessment information at
the time assignments are given. Progress report and semester
grade will be based on percentage of total points earned.
OHS Drama Club
Drama club offers a wide variety of extra-curricular opportunities for students enrolled in theatre classes. The link below will take you to the Drama Club Website!