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Introduction to Drama -Syllabus
Students read and examine four plays beginning with the origins of theater in ancient Greece and end with modern dramatic material. They read authors such as, but not limited to: Sophocles, Shakespeare, Moliere & Williams. Students will work with sound and movement technique that examines physical leads and alignment, vocal tone and projection technique, designed to create an ensemble capable of telling a story through the dramatic medium. Classes will touch upon concept and character analysis. Students will perform their own original work for their mid year exam; and perform scenes from literature studied for their final exam. By the end of the year, students will be able to carry on their own and support within an ensemble, dramatic material.
Drama II & III: Solo Performance- Syllabus
This course is designed to strengthen each performer’s skill as a storyteller. Beginning with the legends and originators of solo art continued through modern solo work, students will discover the evolution of both the written word and physical performance as an individual. Units will include the study, analysis, and impact of solo art throughout the 21st Century. Students will complete the semester having performed an original piece with multiple characters. By utilizing the techniques learned, students will gain the physical and vocal ability to carry a performance on their own.
Drama II & III: Introduction to Directing -SyllabusThis course introduces the Harold Clurman approach to directing theater. Students will discover how to develop concepts through the dramatic material. The students will direct a one act play for their exam, running and documenting all aspects of the process: pre-production, auditions and rehearsal. The research portion of this class is self-study.
GenesiansGensians is the Immaculate Heart Drama Club that encompasses theater, Comedy Sportz & Dance Team. The club hosts two open mic "Bamboo Cafe's" a year, one Talent Show, a musical, a drama, a Christmas Program, The English Speaking Union Shakespeare Competition, and 4-5 Comedy Sportz Games. We are dedicated to telling the Performing Arts in new and creative ways.
Look here for updates regarding the fall play Macbeth & the spring musical Willy Wonka!
Office Hours: by appointment only (will vary based on rehearsal schedules)
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