Acting Academy (Elective)

“In a small way human creative hands imitate this profusion of God, going beyond the minimum requirements of getting the job done. Creative hands are not content to spread on the frosting; they must make a tasteful arrangement of swirls and colour. They don’t just apply a coat of varnish; they polish the surface until it glows like satin.  Creative hands do more than plant seeds; they place them in a tasteful and eye-pleasing garden arrangement.” LeRoy Koopman

Overview

This unit aims to provide varied opportunities for students to perform and create dramatic works. Students will be introduced to basic elements of performance art. The emphasis in this unit is on developing communication skills and confidence. Written reflections on their own work and on the performances of others are also a part of this unit of study.

Aims

• Communication skills through body language
• Social co-operation, confidence and self esteem
• Commitment and co-operation
• Understanding styles, forms and conventions of dramatic presentations
• Evaluate content, purpose and themes of selected drama and theatre
• Audience engagement through meaningful content and biblical themes

Topics Include

• Drama Terminology: Key Concepts, Tools & Devices
• Non-Naturalism and Non-Naturalistic Theatre
• A Study in Physical Theatre

Time Allocation

• 5 periods per cycle for Semester 2

Prerequisites

• None

Requirements

• Levy Cost

Assessment

• Individual participation in class activities
• Group participation on set class tasks
• Performance - Monologue (solo) Ensemble (large group)
• Written entries – including class summaries and theatre reviews
• One Note and work book

“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth” Genesis 1:1