Curriculum Topics
Intro to Drama
Basic theatre vocabulary, different theatre jobs, parts of the stage, theatre etiquette, and actor's body clock
Acting
Improv, given circumstances, tactics, objectives, Stanislavsky, characters, scenes, monologues, tableaux work
Physical Work
Pantomime, physicality, viewpoints, facial expressions, body language, tableaux work
Character Work
Character creation, character analysis, characterization, and scene work and monologue work
Social Emotional Learning
Mindfulness, meditation, breath work, happiness tracking, reflections, journaling, Augusto Boal Theatre for Social Change
Vocal Work
Projection, breath work, Linklater Vocal Technique, parts of the voice
Directing
Concept work, how to read a script, stage directions, script analysis, collaboration and team work.
Playwriting
Story structure, storytelling devices, characterization, literacy, playwriting format
Tech and Design
Mood, costume design, set design, lighting design, sound design, stage management, jobs in theatre, script analysis