Beginning Theatre
(Year) Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
UC Approved
Prerequisite: None
This is a beginning course in drama and theatre literacy. vocabulary, pantomime, voice, body, movement improvisation, play analysis, production structure, and general theatre skills will be emphasized. Play reading, musical theatre, written play analysis, and theatre attendance will be required. Exercises and study will culminate in an end of the year public performance ot a one-act play.
Intermediate Theatre
(Year) Sophomore, Junior, Senior
UC Approved
Prerequisite: Completion of Theater Arts I at AHS and Instructor Approval
An intermediate course for the more serious theatre student emphasizing theatre history, directing, and acting technique. This course will prepare students for Advanced Theatre Arts with a more focused study of voice and movement, in-depth character and play analysis. Play reading, written play analysis, and theatre attendance is required. Cast members will perform in a DTASC Showcase and Fully Staged Black Box Production.
Advanced Theatre
(Year) Sophomore, Junior, Senior
UC Approved
Prerequisite: Theater Arts I, Theater Arts II and an audition with the Instructor
This course is designed to emphasize all aspects of public performance, competition, and in-depth acting technique. Students will Perform in 2 full productions per school year, requiring after school rehearsal, as well as participation in various DTASC showcase performances emphasizing humorous and dramatic ensembles and monologues. In-depth play and character analysis, advanced techniques in acting and improvisation will be emphasized throughout the course of the year.
Beginning Stagecraft
(Year) Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
UC Approved
Prerequisite: None
Stagecraft is a comprehensive course in which students develop skills in basic scene design, set construction, stage lighting, sound production, scenery painting, and property making. Students gain experience assisting in designing, constructing, and maintaining scenery and theater decor for various productions at Arcadia High School. Basic set model building and light design will be covered as well as basic stage terms and theatre vocabulary. Additional time outside of class is required during production times to construct sets, prepare the theatre, and assist backstage during shows.
Advanced Stagecraft
(Year) Sophomore, Junior, Senior
UC Approved
Prerequisite: Beginning Stagecraft
Advanced Stagecraft is an continuation of the skills developed in Beginning Stagecraft. The course will focus on Crew Leadership and Design in Scenic, Lighting, Sound, Costume, and Props. Students will gain experience designing and leading productions at Arcadia High School. Additional afternoon and evening hours will be required during production times to lead crews, prepare the theatre, and create a full show.
