Drama

PERFORMANCE SKILLS 161 (EYP16100)
GRADE: 9 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
The focus of this course is for the student to overcome apprehensions associated with performance. Introductory theater exercises are used to develop stage and speaking strengths. PREREQUISITE: None

DRAMA 161 (EYD16100)
GRADE: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: 0.50 GPA: All Subject

Especially appropriate for students who have not had an opportunity to perform, Drama 161 introduces the fundamental concepts of acting. Students learn by doing, performing in class, playing theatre games, and trying out improvisation. Topics of study include concentration, observation, imagination and skills for building an ensemble.  PREREQUISITE: Performance Skills 161 is highly recommended

DRAMA 261 (EYD26100)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: 0.50 GPA: All Subject
For students who wish to continue their drama studies, Drama 261 provides the opportunity to enhance improvisational skills and theatre experience. Students will focus on comedic improvisation, culminating in a class performance. PREREQUISITE: Drama 161 or instructor approval

ADVANCED ACTING AND DIRECTING 161 (EYN16100)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject

Advanced Acting and Directing provides advanced study in drama with emphasis on the acting and directing of in-class performances. Assignments include performance and character-study, monologue development, and script writing. Students will form an ensemble and together they will write, direct, and create an evening of original theater, collaborating on all aspects of the production. PREREQUISITE: Drama 161, 261 or instructor approval

ADVANCED IMPROVISATION (EYI16100)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: 0.50 GPA: All Subject
For students who wish to continue their drama skills, Advanced Improvisation is an accelerated course that emphasizes improvisational technique. Students will learn how to use drama exercises to create comedic “sketches”, culminating in a sketch-comedy performance. PREREQUISITE: Drama 161, 261 or instructor approval

STAGECRAFT/TECHNICAL THEATRE (FAD13100N  FAD13200N)
GRADE: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: 0.50 GPA: All Subject
Students will explore various elements of stagecraft, including theatrical nomenclature, theatre safety, scenic design, construction, painting, lights, sound, makeup, costumes, and props.  Students will develop a portfolio of their best work featuring all technical units of study. 
PREREQUISITE: None

Course	Freshman	Sophomore	Junior	Senior
Performance Skills 161	Offered
Drama 161	Offered	Offered	Offered	Offered
Drama 261		Offered	Offered	Offered
Advanced Acting and Directing 161		Offered	Offered	Offered
Advanced Improv		Offered	Offered	Offered
Stagecraft/Technical Theatre	Offered	Offered	Offered	Offered