Drama-Theatre
Teacher/Director: Mrs. Angel Robinson Dean
Email: sherry.dean@scsb.us
Theatre is a team (dare I say, family) activity. Though you learn and work on individual skills, those skills are meant to be brought together with others to create an amazing work of art. As with any art form, it is not just about the physical abilities, time allotment, or intelligent decision-making; it is about HEART—tapping into your inner being and using it to connect with others and make something wonderful.
The Theatre Program at Suwannee High is a fun-filled, project-based learning environment where students practice and master skills important to success in any endeavor they may choose to pursue following graduation as the upper level courses are run very similar to a theatrical business. These include
- Confidence
- Working in a team
- Improvisation/quick decision-making
- Organization
- Being responsible
- Being punctual
- Notifying an “employer” of absence
- Requesting time-off
- Understanding the limitations of budget
- Marketing
- Creative design
Three Courses in the Program
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Course |
Curriculum Description |
Requirements to Join |
Time Commitment Outside of School |
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Theatre I |
This project-based course introduces students to the history of theatre, the basics of staging a production, and acting techniques. Satisfies the Florida graduation requirement for Performing Arts. This is a survey course to introduce you to the world of theatre and film. This is your time to see if it is a world you want to embrace and become a part of the SHS ensemble by continuing either in Acting or Tech Theatre in the following year. |
None--sign up with the guidance counselor |
None--unless the student chooses to audition or interview to be a part of the productions (it is optional in this class) |
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Acting |
The goal of this course is to develop and hone your acting skills through scene analysis, character analysis, scene work in various genres, etc. You will become familiar with basic acting techniques and methods while developing your creative tools vocally, emotionally, and physically. Satisfies the Florida graduation requirement for Performing Arts. |
Take Theatre I or See instructor to interview/audition for the class |
Required to attend after school and some Saturday rehearsals as well as the performances. Rides can be arranged if there is enough notice. It is not optional to participate in the productions. |
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Technical Theatre |
This hands-on course introduces students to the action that goes on “behind the scenes” in a theatrical production (loading sets, managing props, running lights and sound, etc). The focus will be on analyzing, critiquing, and implementing design in various production venues and stage management as well as learning the basic safety rules and operations of technical equipment and tools. Satisfies the Florida graduation requirement for Performing Arts. |
Take Theatre I or See instructor to interview/audition for the class |
Required to attend after school and some Saturday rehearsals as well as the performances. Rides can be arranged if there is enough notice. It is not optional to participate in the productions. |
CONTENT STANDARDS for all three courses: Refer to http://www.cpalms.org/
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