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[Advanced Theatre]
"Act well thy part; there all the honor lies.”
[Fall/2015]
[RM 400]
[Wed. / Fri. 10:44- 12:09]
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 advanced theatre. This year we will be Competing
in the UIL One- Act Play competition, the Junior International Thespian Society, and three levels of theatre classes
(Beginning, intermediate, and advanced for high school credit).
This class is for high school credit. All STUDENTS MUST PASS ALL CLASSES WITH 70 OR ABOVE TO
PARTICIPATE. Students who are not passing will still be tested on lines. This course is graded VERY harshly
and required total commitment from students AND PARENTS.
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 a production performed for the UIL One Act Play Competition at West Briar MS on
(Friday) NOV. 13th. Buses will be provided. If our play advanced to District competition, we will perform again at
West Briar MS on Nov. 21. I will give more details as they are available. Further, all students will perform after
school at 6pm on Dec.8,10,11th.
Course Requirements
Each student will be required to read plays provided by the teacher
Each student will be required to memorize
Each student will be required to stay after school for the performance on Dec. 9th &12th
Course Schedule/Unit Topics
1.
Script analysis
2.
Advanced acting technique
3.
Advanced theatrical design
4.
Advanced light design
5.
Advanced costume design
6.
Theatre marketing
7.
Advanced theatre production and rehearsal process
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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:
Due on Sep. 5th
Parent name:
Date:
Parent cell number:
Parent email:
Parent signature:
Other required resources:
 A binder to create an ongoing and professional theatre portfolio
 Black theatre attire (Black leggings or biker shorts, and black tank tops to be worn
under all costumes during performances. Tech crew may wear black jeans or pants and
a plain black t-shirt during performances.
 Binder WITH script- bring to class EVERY DAY
 Pencil- to bring to class EVERY DAY
 Folder for class work and handouts
 Ben Nye- theatrical make up kit, $55 OPTIONAL
(http://www.performingartssupply.com/ben-nye-theatrical-creme-makeup-kits.html)
matched to your skin color. (http://www.southernimporters.com/costumeaccessories/makeup.html)
 Personal make-up sponge or wedges
(http://www.walmart.com/ip/24553366?wmlspartner=wlpa&adid=2222222222700000
0000&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=42423897272&wl4=&wl5=pla&wl6=18283950120&
veh=sem)
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
Go online to sign up to view out parent volunteer list and to see our theatre wish list- to be updated weekly.
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c044eabaf2ba5fa7-drama