Theater History and Technique is a combined class for all levels of ETS students. We explore the foundations of western theater along with their unique performance features. We follow the development of theater as it moves from Greek spectacle through the Italian Commedia dell' Arte era through modern theater. Along with examining the roots of theater, we learn performance techniques that develop students' acting beyond children's theater to pre-professional industry norms. Cost: $225.00, which includes 3 student tickets to the Lamb's Players Theatre.
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Theater HistoryWe start at the birthplace of Western civilization: Greek Theater. We end with an adaptation of C. S. Lewis's The Great Divorce
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Theater TechniqueWe learn how to analyze and interpret a text, focusing on character analysis and given circumstances to fully inhabit a character's life. We learn how to respond authentically to each other through active listening and receiving the text. We learn how to use the stage space fully. These are skills for life - not just theater.
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Field TripsWe go watch excellent theater! We will take mandatory field trips to the Lamb's Players Theatre n Coronado approximately once every six weeks. We will see Sunday matinee performances, followed by a mandatory talk-back and discussion with the artists and staff of Lamb's Players. We learn from artists who are doing with excellence what we're learning in the classroom!
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