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[Beginning Theatre]
"Act well thy part; there all the honor lies.”
[Fall/2015]
[RM 400]
Teacher: [Mrs. Cleveland]
E-Mail: [Aclevel1@houstonisd.org]
Planning Time: [1-2]
Overview
Greetings! I am excited to work with your student this semester in Intro to theatre. A little about myself: I hold a
BFA in Musical Theatre from Sam Houston State University and a Masters of Education in Reading/ Literacy.
This is my third year at T.H. Rogers.
Students will explore higher level thinking as they develop a deeper understanding of literature, theatre mechanics,
and theatrical design, history, acting theory, elements of theatre production, and playwriting.
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes
Each student will take part in Theatre activities and gain confidence and social skills. Upon completion of this
course the student will be able to audition for intermediate theatre.
Course Requirements
Each student will be required to read plays provided by the teacher
Each student will be required to memorize
Students receive many grades based on participation and abiding by classroom rules
Course Schedule/Unit Topics
1.
Theatre games
2.
Intro to acting technique
3.
Intro to theatrical design
4.
Intro to light design
5.
Intro to Theatre marketing
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Please sign and return bottom half: (by signing below the parent and student will adhere to the
guidelines mentioned in this document)
Student name:
Parent name:
Date:
Parent cell number:
Parent email:
Parent signature:
Due on Sept. 1
Other required resources:
 Pencil- to bring to class EVERY DAY
 Folder for class work and handouts
 PAPER!!!!!!
Grading Procedures
 Conduct and participation grades
 Assignments are to be returned and inputted into Grade Speed within five (5) school days
 Late work is to be accepted with reduced points. Refer to the school handbook for late work policies as specified by
grade level
 Formative assessments shall not be factored into the course grade
 Ensure a minimum of three (3) assessment opportunities per nine weeks. Projects and presentations count toward
test grades.
Outside learning opportunities: will be available school-wide through the Drama Club.
Ongoing Parent-Teacher Communication
Please feel free to contact me regularly at Aclevel1@houstonisd.org