Skyline High School Theatre
Skyline Theatre Classes
"The word theatre comes from the Greeks. It means the seeing place. It is the place people come to see the truth about life and the social situation." — Stella Adler
Theatre I is designed to familiarize students with the technical, performance and historical aspects of the theatre. Part of the course will concentrate on the listening and communication skills necessary to develop the actor within and creating a safe environment in which each student can explore freely. Other components of the course will concentrate on introducing the student to the technical requirements of putting on a play. Some of the activities students will participate in will include improvisation; monologue and scene performance; basic set design, make-up and costuming technique, lighting for the stage, text analysis and the role theater plays in our society. Fine Arts or English credit
Theatre II / III: Theater II is designed as an intermediate level study of theater arts. It uses individual and group assignments as well as ensemble productions to provide students hands-on experience in the world of theater. Students will learn intermediate acting, technical theater concepts, theater vocabulary as well as theater history.
This class culminates in a one-act play for a live audience. Fine Arts or English credit
Acting I: Acting I is an introductory course in the fundamentals of stage acting. Through games, activities, exercises and performances that include but are not limited to storytelling, scenes and monologues, students gain confidence in presenting themselves before an audience, develop their skills in focus, concentration, movement, and vocal delivery. In a safe and positive environment students build together, they have the opportunity to take risks and reflect upon themselves and their experiences with the goal of expressing emotion and thought on stage in a believable and fulfilling way. Students engage in critical, thoughtful discussions, language study, and various forms of writing. Fine Arts or English credit
Acting II: Acting II builds upon the skills of Acting I but is more focused on performance of monologues, scenes, and one act plays. Performances are attended by invited audiences and guests, including a performing arts festival. The class also takes field trips to a professional theater performance. Students engage in critical reading, thoughtful discussions, language study, and various forms of writing. Acting II is the ideal course for students who have a desire to act in “straight theater” (as opposed to musical theater) and are seeking opportunities to develop their skills. Fine Arts or English credit
Theatre Design 1: This course will focus on the design and practical application of technical theatre. Students will study every aspect of technical theater, including set design and construction, lighting design and construction, sound design and construction, costume design and construction, and marketing techniques. This class will prepare students for performing arts productions. Fine Arts Credit Only.
Theatre Design 2: This course will continue to focus on the design and practical application of all technical aspects covered in Theater Design I. A more in-depth focus will be placed on design. Students will be asked to create set and light designs. In addition, students in this course will be trained in the technical aspects of the auditorium and will have the opportunity to work for groups that use the auditorium. Fine Arts Credit Only.
Musical Theatre: This course is designed for the vocal music student or theatre student who wants to learn the unique techniques required for a musical theatre performance. The course will culminate in a Broadway review performance. Fine Arts Credit Only.
