Advanced Drama
3-4 Course #1713-1714
5-6 Course #1717-1718
7-8 Course (Pending)
iTunes U Course Enroll Code: HQ6-4NV-3X3
2014-2015
Instructor: Miss Katie Wilson
Room: GC 6
Voicemail: 858-523-4000 ext. 1216 Email:
kwilson@cathedralcatholic.org
Office Hours by Appointment
"I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most
immediate way in which a human being can share with another
the sense of what it is to be a human being." - Oscar Wilde
Prerequisite: A grade of "B" in both semesters of Dramatic Arts or
Approval of Instructor
Course Description:
This is a "pre-professional" training class for students interested in an
in-depth study of acting, development of an acting technique, and
establishment of fundamental scene study skills. Students will
explore the entire journey of working on a script from the first reading
to the presentation of work before a live audience. Students will
experience the teaching and techniques of Stanislavski, Strasberg,
Meisner, Chekhov and Morrison form the basis of our work, as well
as a series of specially designed exercises to increase the actor's
expressiveness and technical range.
Text:
Theatre: Art In Action (Text set in classroom, may be checked out)
Optional Texts:
How to Audition for the Musical Theatre: A Step-by-step Guide to
Effective Preparation
by Donald Oliver · Smith and Kraus · Paperback · 141 pages · ISBN
188039958X
Accents: A Manual for Actors
by Robert Blumenfeld · Limelight Editions · Paperback ·424
pages · ISBN 087910967X
Apps:
Google Drive
Notability
I Tunes
I Tunes U 2.0
Scene Partner
Optional Apps:
Garage Band (on your home computer or laptop)
Music notes
Grading Policy: (Points possible for each regular activity or
assignment)
Homework
10-50
points
Warm-Up/Improv Activity
10-50
points
In Class Solo/Small Group Presentation
50
points
Class Show Dance/Music Rehearsal
50 points
Weekly Participation Grade
100
points
Chapter Quizzes/Proficiencies
50
points
Journal Entry/Summation 50 points
Performance Jury 200 points
Written Final Exam
300
points
Final Class Presentation
400
points
Final Portfolio
400
points
Plus required show attendance:
Participation in School Productions (Either in cast or crew, or usher)
10 theatrical reviews (Must attend and review 10 shows or concerts)
Required Materials:
Charged Ipad, earbuds, charger
Lined paper/Pens/Pencils
Journal
3-ring binder with following sections: vocabulary, notes/handouts,
music, monologues/scene work, evaluations
Registration on www.cchsdrama.blogspot.com
Optional: Like CCHS DRAMA on Facebook and join Advanced
Drama 2014-2015 Group on Facebook
VPA Dept. Responsible Use Policy for Technology
·
Student uses iPad in a responsible, ethical, and legal manner at
all times and for educational purposes only.
·
Instructor is not responsible to any and all liability, e.g. loss or
damages that may occur in the VPA classroom
·
Student is responsible to bring the iPad to class every day with
sufficient battery life to last throughout class assignments.
·
Student is strictly prohibited to use iPad material containing
inappropriate contend, offensive language, derogatory rumors/gossip,
or other content not in keeping with CCHS mission or philosophy.
·
Student may not use the iPad as a Face Time, video camera, still
camera, audio recording unless permitted by instructor.
·
Instructor may inspect and if necessary, confiscate any student’s
iPad and/or require the student to delete inappropriate apps or
materials.
·
For students individual works, internet materials may not be
copied or reproduced unless the actual content is altered
considerably (e.g. change of color or medium is not considered an
alteration) and the initial intent is changed to reflect the student’s own
voice.
Grading Scale:
A+100-98
B+89-87
C+79-77
D+69-67
F 59 and below
A 97-83
B 86-83
C 76-73
D 66-63
A- 92-90
B- 82-80
C- 72-70
D- 62-60
Key Assignments
Classical Dramatic/Comedic Monologues
Professional Resume
Contemporary Dramatic/Comedic Monologues
Musical Theater Audition Pieces (5 minimum)
Audition Portfolio
Advanced Class Musical/Advanced Class Drama
Fall School Drama (Minimum participation as usher)
Spring School Musical (Minimum participation as usher)
Young Playwrights’ Festival: Play submission
Attendance of theatrical works/written theater reviews: 10
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR 5-6 Students:
In addition to completing all assignments and projects assigned to the
3-4 students, you will also be responsible for the following:
ONE CHOREOGRAPHY PROJECT
ONE DIRECTION PROJECT
10 ADDITIONAL PIECES IN YOUR FINAL PORTFOLIO
PARTICIPATION IN AN ADVANCED DRAMA 5-6 SHOWCASE
Your grading rubrics for all assignments will also be slightly different,
reflecting your third year placement in the course
Late Policy / Absence Policy:
Late work may be accepted on a case by case basis.
Plagiarism:
Plagiarism includes copying another student’s homework,
paraphrasing another’s work without acknowledgment, patching
together a paper or speech (even a paragraph) using different
sources without proper acknowledgement, or using someone else’s
idea or information that is not public domain. All citations of sources
for this class will use MLA format. Any assignment containing
plagiarism will receive a zero, parents will be contacted, and student
will receive a disciplinary referral.
Expectations:
Please refer to the classroom rules I have attached for my
expectations of you! I expect you to be kind, respectful, and
supportive of all present in the classroom. I expect all school rules to
be followed in the classroom (dress code, attendance, tardies, proper
language, etc.). If these expectations are not met, expect
consequences commensurate with the infraction.
“Acting is half shame, half glory. Shame at exhibiting yourself,
glory when you can forget yourself.” - John Gielgud
The ESLRs in Action:
The Drama Classroom is a truly unique environment in which ALL of
our Expected School-wide Learning Results are in action EVERY
DAY! Because of its collaborative nature, the CCHS Dramatic Arts
Classroom allows the students to apply acts of Christian love and
charity as they work together towards a common
goal. Communication in the written and spoken word takes place
EVERY DAY. This class requires students to work cooperatively and
demonstrate self-direction. This is a safe environment, where risktaking is encouraged, respect of each other and our uniqueness is
expected, and every good effort is honored.
Cathedral Catholic Expected School-wide Learning Results
Cathedral Catholic High School Students are:
People of Faith who:
1.1 Identify and explain the teachings of Jesus Christ and the
practices of the Church.
1.2 Interpret and practice the Catholic values of charity and good
works.
1.3 Express and apply the Church’s social justice tradition.
1.4 Contribute to a school environment that fosters love, compassion
and peace.
UPON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, students will have been
exposed to the transformative power of theater, through the
reading and performance of theatrical works, and participated in
and performed pieces aligned with the church’s tradition of
social justice.
Skilled Lifelong Learners who:
2.1 Apply knowledge, skills, and intellectual curiosity in the pursuit of
higher learning.
2.2 Communicate effectively through the written and spoken word.
2.3 Apply and analyze the tools of technology ethically.
2.4 Solve problems individually and collaboratively.
UPON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, students will have
collaborated daily on a variety of projects (see key assignments
list), as well as collaborated daily on dramatic exercises. They
will employ a variety of technical tools, including sound and
lighting equipment, computers, theatrical programs and
applications, ipads, and ipods.
People of Character who:
3.1 Demonstrate respect for themselves and others.
3.2 Recognize and value diverse people and cultures.
3.3 Work cooperatively toward a common goal.
3.4 Differentiate between moral choices that have positive and
negative consequences for themselves, their families, and the
community.
UPON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, students will have put
each of the above expected school-wide learning results to
practice, daily demonstrating respect and collaboration, valuing
diversity, and working cooperatively on their class performance
and technical theater projects.
Responsible Individuals who:
4.1 Demonstrate independence and self-direction as learners.
4.2 Provide service to their community.
4.3 Develop healthy relationships and promote a healthy lifestyle.
4.4 Apply academic knowledge as productive citizens in a
21st Century global society
UPON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE , students will have
demonstrated the above ESLR’s by compiling their own
performance portfolio, shared performances with fellow
students on campus and the community at large, shared in
positive relationships with collaborating students, and applied
the tools of technology to their key assignments.