Introduces the core 'Yes, And' rule of improvisation, emphasizing the acceptance and expansion of peer ideas over blocking.
An exploration of the "Behind the Scenes" heroes, from costume designers to stage managers, and the technical magic that brings a play to life.
Focusing on presence and projection, students practice short speeches and monologues to build performance confidence.
A journey through theater history and the technical language of the stage, from Ancient Greece to modern stage directions.
An introduction to the structure of plays, including characters, settings, and dialogue, where students draft their own short scenes.
Students explore the core tools of an actor: voice, body, and imagination through games and expressive exercises.
Students work in small groups to rehearse and perform mystery plays, analyzing their specific plot structures and reflecting on social-emotional themes.
Students learn the fundamental components of a play script and use a model play to identify setting, characters, and plot structure.
