A wonderful first experience in the art of bringing characters and stories to life through Creative Movement, Improvisation, and Music. A great introduction to theatre that also builds reading and comprehension skills for very young actors. Students read stories as a group and then use role-playing and basic creative drama exercises to bring those stories to life. A continuation of skills learned in Storybook Theatre I. Children will also gain experience in creating and performing their own original stories and tales. In the spring, they perform a play that incorporates skills learned and introduces basic scenery and costume elements.
Students also perform a scripted play or a musical, enhanced by costumes and scenery.
An actor s body is one of his or her most essential tools, and this introductory class will help students explore physical acting through the ancient art of pantomime. Communication without words will be the focus of the class along with elements of symbolic storytelling and sign language. Taught by an instructor trained in ASL, this class is also ideal for students with hearing impairments who wish to explore the rich world of theatre. Students rehearse and perform a holiday celebration and spring production that tours to schools, hospitals, senior citizen residences, and other local organizations. Available only to students who have completed Creative Drama I. Class filled by audition.