Drama

Drama I
The Drama I elective is designed for students to learn all the basics of performance. All are welcome regardless of previous experience. This elective emphasizes improvisation, character-creating theater games, interpreting scripts, and a variety of performance techniques. Students work together collaboratively, creating a safe environment where all voices are heard and there are no bad ideas. This class is not linked to the middle-school play which is an after-school activity.

ADVANCED DRAMA
In this class, student actors focus on advanced improvisation techniques, as well as scenes and monologues, touching on a variety of historical eras. Actors learn about theatrical styles from other periods in history and how to apply these styles to their improvisational scenes. Students also perform selected scripts to further study various styles. There is an increased focus on vocal and physical preparation in this class, as well. Whenever possible, Advanced Drama students view live performances, both in and out of school, and analyze the effectiveness of the choices made by actors, directors, and designers. Students may take this class multiple times, as the special projects rotate through the years. This class is not linked to the upper-school play which is an after-school activity.