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Fine Arts
Speech and one Fine Arts credit are required for graduation.
W W W. S H E LT O N . O R G
SPEECH
One semester, .5 credit
Required
This class covers the basic aspects of communication skills. Students learn interactive group
communication through discussion formats such as business meetings, brainstorming sessions,
and open forums. Interpersonal speaking skills are developed through speech presentations.
Organizational skills and methods of effectively delivering ideas through prepared speeches are
emphasized in this course.
THEATRE ARTS I — GENERAL SURVEY
One semester, .5 credit
THEATRE ARTS II-P — BEGINNING ACTING
One semester, .5 credit
Pre-requisite: Theatre Arts I
This course covers the principles of acting, including vocal techniques for clarity and projection,
awareness of body and movement, script analysis, character development, and various acting
styles and techniques. Students learn to perform monologues and short scenes, as well as
critical feedback techniques in reviewing the performances of other students.
THEATRE ARTS II-T — INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL
THEATRE
One semester, .5 credit
Pre-requisite: Theatre Arts I
This course covers the basic principles of theatrical design and gives students a working
knowledge of the different aspects of technical theatre (scenic, lighting, sound). Students
also learn the elements, materials, tools, and equipment used in a theatrical production.
Students learn the safety rules and procedures of the theatre and technical shops and learn to
incorporate the broader lessons that can be taught as part of technical theatre, including math,
physics, cooperation, communication, collaboration, creative thinking, and problem-solving.
S H E LT O N S C H O O L
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U P P E R S C H O O L C O U R S E C AT A L O G
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2023 - 2024
This course provides a basis for all subsequent Theatre Arts courses. Theatre Arts I includes
an overview of all the elements of theatre including vocabulary, basic concepts, historical
backgrounds, acting, writing, technical elements, and critical analysis of theatrical experiences.
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THEATRE ARTS III-P ADVANCED ACTING
Two semesters, 1 credit
Pre-requisite: Theatre Arts II-P
Additional requirement: Recommendation of instructor
In this course, students begin to create believable characters that are engaged in relationships
with other characters on stage. Students develop control of voice and movement, as well as
learn further techniques to explore character development. Also, there is a significant amount
of memory work in this course. Students will perform scenes and monologues and learn to
improve that work based on critical feedback from their peers.