The culmination of this course is participation, both on stage and backstage. This advanced course in theatre concentrates on specialized acting skills. Areas of study include physical and vocal exercises and techniques, reading, viewing, and analyzing plays, research in make-up and costume as applied to characterization, investigation of acting theories and styles, and actual performance situations. Art 1 is a one semester foundational course which explores several artistic media and techniques, including drawing, painting, sculpture, graphic design and printmaking. Students will begin to concentrate in an area of interest with individual proposals in addition to developing a portfolio with class assignments.
Emphasis is placed on fostering personal expression and creativity.
Art 1 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed for students who wish to pursue art in college, as a career, or for personal interest. Students will concentrate in an area of interest and focus on developing their personal style of expression. Seniors who wish to enroll in Advanced Placement in Studio Art will be scheduled under this course title. Information regarding Advanced Placement is available through the Guidance or Art Department.