Theatre Arts I

As a general introduction to theatre arts, this course incorporates the basic acting techniques of movement, mime, voice, improvisation, and scene presentation with interpretation of dramatic literature, historical perspective, and evaluation of community productions.

Theatre Arts II-IV

Theatre Arts II – IV builds on the background established in Theatre Arts I, II, III while continuing the development of acting skills through physical, vocal and improvisation exercises. Acting and directing principles are applied through performances in various theatrical modes including classical and contemporary theatre, dance, drama, mime, and theatre for youth. Theater III: Emphasis on the elements of directing and playwriting as students write original plays and participate in student directed works. Various styles of theatre will be used including but not limited to children’s theatre, puppetry, classical theatre, musical theatre, and video. Theatre IV students are expected to take leadership roles in after-school production. Students enrolled in this class will participate in ONE production that will be rehearsed in class but performed after school.

Theatre Production I

Production I is intended for the acting student who wants to continue to develop skills that were learned while working on a main-stage performance or in the middle school theatre program. Acting and directing principles are applied through performances in various theatrical modes including classical and contemporary theatre, dance, drama, mime, and theatre for youth.

Students are expected to audition for all school productions and to participate in at least one major production during the school year. The class requires a substantial amount of after-school commitment. Enrollment in this class is contingent upon a referral from a middle-school theatre teacher or an audition with the high school department.

Technical Theatre I – IV

Technical theatre focuses on the offstage work in theatre including, but not limited to, set design, safety, lighting, sound, costume, makeup, set construction and production. This course is hands on and students will be asked to work extra-curricular assignments as needed. The courses advance from teacher led to independent projects. Upon enrollment in Tech. Theatre III or IV students are expected to take leadership roles in after-school productions. There may be additional fees associated with this course.

Technical Theatre II, Theatre Management

Theatre Management is an extension of the Technical Theatre I curriculum, with focus placed on the management of a working theatre space. Students will be given real world experience in the design and implementation of events that would be common in a professional auditorium management position. Students will be asked to work extra-curricular assignments as needed. The courses advance from teacher led to independent projects. Students are expected to take leadership roles in after-school productions. There may be additional fees associated with this course.

Extra-Curricular Activities

International Thespian Society

International Thespian Society State Convention

Texas Thespians State Festival

Children’s Theatre Workshop

Fall Production

Annual Musicals

UIL One Act Play Competition

Halloween Production

Student Directed One Act Plays