Welcome Grade 9's
Welcome! I am very much looking forward to exploring the crazy, wonderful world of drama with you! Many of you will have taken drama last year and in this class, I hope to increase your knowledge and love of all things theatrical. You will be expected to arrive each day with a positive and encouraging attitude. One of my favourite games to play when studying improvisation is entitled, “Yes, Let’s!” In this game, a suggestion is made (the more ridiculous the better!) to which the entire class responds “Yes, let’s!” and then we all do the suggested movement or action. When entering a space of theatre you are automatically entering an unspoken agreement to “willingly suspend your disbelief”, which creates a magical space where anything can be possible! In this classroom, I encourage you to adopt the attitude of “Yes, Let’s!” and apply it to everything we do. I do not expect perfection – only a willingness to try. Much of your assessment and evaluation will be based on your attitude and ability to work as a successful team member, so make sure to check in before entering the room and bring only your best self. Welcome, and “Yes, Let’s!”
Course intentions:
· To encourage students to explore performance and backstage opportunities
· To develop confidence and presentation skills to be used in all subjects
· To develop appropriate audience etiquette
· To encourage and develop students’ abilities to work collaboratively
· To explore and develop practical knowledge in drama
· To reflect on, appreciate and evaluate students’ own work and the work of others
· To create, rehearse and preform a final production for an audience
Supplies needed:
· Pencil (please bring to every class)
· Drama Journal (any bound notebook with your name CLEARLY labeled)
· Appropriate comfortable clothing (must be able to move freely)
Course intentions:
· To encourage students to explore performance and backstage opportunities
· To develop confidence and presentation skills to be used in all subjects
· To develop appropriate audience etiquette
· To encourage and develop students’ abilities to work collaboratively
· To explore and develop practical knowledge in drama
· To reflect on, appreciate and evaluate students’ own work and the work of others
· To create, rehearse and preform a final production for an audience
Supplies needed:
· Pencil (please bring to every class)
· Drama Journal (any bound notebook with your name CLEARLY labeled)
· Appropriate comfortable clothing (must be able to move freely)