Drama & Musical Theatre
Drama is both an art form and a medium for learning and teaching. It can develop the whole person – emotionally, physically, intellectually, imaginatively, aesthetically and socially, by giving form and meaning to experience through “acting out”. It fosters positive group interaction as students learn to make accommodations in order to pursue shared goals. The overall goal of drama is to foster a positive self-concept in students, while focusing on the areas of orientation, speech, movement, improvisation, acting, directing technical theatre and design
Drama 10 (3 credits) *Course fee
In Drama 10, students will begin by getting to know one another while creating a safe learning environment through play. We then move into Spontaneous Improvisation where students take risks and learn self-control and teamwork. Drama 10 also experiments with Stage Combat and Airbands. Completion of Drama 10 will foster self-confidence in our students while remaining focused and experiencing some fun! This is a prerequisite for Musical Theatre, which is available to grade 11 and 12 students only.
Drama 20 (5 credits) *Course fee
Prerequisite: 50% in Drama 10 – As students enter their second year in the program, we will review and reinforce the disciplines of orientation and improvisation. Students in Drama 20 will again participate in Airbands, which is always a highlight. The Drama 20 students will also be introduced to playwriting through Collective Creation, a process where students write, direct and perform a piece of their collective work. This learning process cannot be replicated and is truly a one of a kind experience for each participant!
Drama 30 (5 credits) *Course fee
Prerequisite: 50% in Drama 20 – In the student’s final year of drama, we will again reinforce all the disciplines to round out their senior high school drama experience and can more directly prepare them for a possible career in the Theatre Arts. The opportunity for participation in creating a school wide television show has recently been introduced, as an added experience for this level of “mastery”. The Drama 30 student will also direct and perform in a play of their choosing. Students play an active role in the production and direction of the piece.
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Musical Theatre Program
Open to Grade 11 & 12 students only
*Course fee required
Students who participate in Musical Theatre will receive 10 credits
- Performance students (Cast) will earn Musical Theatre and Drama credits
- Technical students (Crew) will earn Technical Theatre and Drama credits
- Set Design students will earn credits in Musical Theatre and Technical Theatre
Musical Theatre Performance (Cast) & Technical (Crew)
Recommended prerequisite: Drama 10
*Additional Course Fee
The Musical Theatre program is specifically designed to meet the needs of students who wish to combine acting, voice, and dance and to develop confidence and ownership in all three areas. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, voice training and a foundation of dance skill. Students develop performance skills in a challenging, creative and caring environment with a great importance on ensemble building and community. This course runs during the first semester (September to December) and is a Block 5 class that is held after regular school hours and on selected weekends. After approximately 250 hours in class and in rehearsals for acting, singing and dancing with professionals in vocal coaching, improvisation, costume, technical theatre, and musical direction, the production will be performed at the Maclab Center for the Performing Arts in Leduc AB, in mid-November. Students are reminded that this is an elite program and attendance is mandatory. Rehearsal schedule will be released to registrants in June. Students will earn 10 credits for this class.
Musical Theatre – Set Design
Recommended prerequisite: Drama 10
*Additional Course Fee
Set Design is offered in conjunction with Musical Theatre and classes are held after regular school hours and on selected weekends. Block 5 Set Design students work behind the scenes and backstage to facilitate the production in a variety of ways. We need students interested in being a sound technician, lighting technician, stage management, costume, set and props. Students are reminded that this is an elite program and attendance is mandatory. Students can earn up to 10 credits for this course.
