Drama
DRAMA 10, 11, 12
Students learn acting and performance theory and skills. They do not perform a public show at the end of this course. Improv, stage combat, movement, scene study, mask, relaxation, concentration, on camera acting, communication, monologues and audition skills are some of the areas of study. This is an excellent introductory course and supplements the Theatre Company course.
THEATRE COMPANY 10, 11, 12
This is the course for students wishing to perform a class show. Students develop ensemble and acting skills in a safe, supportive environment, then choose, rehearse and perform a class show for a public audience. All necessary skills are taught and practiced, and casting is done collaboratively to ensure student comfort and success. There’s nothing like the thrill of owning the stage.
THEATRE PRODUCTION 11 (FA/AS)
This course is designed to develop skills in backstage theatre, including set design and construction, theatre background, colour, scene painting, properties, lighting, and management. The course will involve the use of equipment, both manual and power, and will involve physical activities.
Note: This course runs outside the timetable.
THEATRE PRODUCTION 12: (FA/AS)
(Formerly Technical Theatre 12)
This course is designed to develop skills in backstage theatre, including set design and construction, theatre background, scene painting, properties, lighting, and management. The course will involve the use of both manual and power equipment and involve physical activities.
Note: This course runs outside the timetable.
THEATRE COMPANY 12 (AS)
(Formerly Theatre Management 12)
Heritage Woods has a very busy theatre, crewed entirely by students. This highly trained group sets up for assemblies, does tech support for performances and speakers, organizes concessions and ticket sales and assists many classes and clubs with their special events throughout the year. This is a project-based course; students must be independent workers, motivated and reliable. Teacher recommendation suggested.
Note: Classes run outside the timetable; events happen throughout the day and some evenings.
THEATRE PERFORMANCE 12: DIRECTING & SCRIPT DEVELOPMENT (FA)
Designed for highly motivated learners who have a desire to take their theatrical knowledge to the next level, this course provides students with the chance to write and direct their own one act plays. This course is an excellent opportunity to develop leadership skills while exploring a whole new area of theatrical experience.
Recommendation: Theatre 11: Acting or teacher permission