Theatre Workshop I&II
Mrs. Marx
mmarx@nbtchools.org
The purpose of Theatre Workshop I is to increase students' understanding, appreciation, and critical perceptions of a theatrical event. Readings, group activities, written critics and performance will focus on the elements of theatrical practice. An artists and innovators of theatre throughout history; and on the theatre's development as an art form and a social phenomenon; participation in class, discussions, sharing of critiques, and activity sheets will allow students to explore their individual theatrical interests.
Course Requirements
Students will be expected to:
1. Maintain a high level of participation and preparation, and bring necessary supplies to class daily.
2. Attend class regularly and punctually. Class participation will be counted as part of the weekly performance grade.
3. Complete all assignments.
4. Accomplish successfully all graded work such as unit tests, quizzes, reports and all class projects.
5. Demonstrate a cooperative attitude and contribute to the learning process of the class.
Proficiencies
Students will:
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Collaborate by sharing ideas, examples, and insights productively and respectfully in informal conversation/discussion.
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Recognize that reading has many purposes and demonstrate an ability to choose an approach appropriate to the text and purpose by:
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recognizing that reading functions in their lives as a pleasurable activity as well as a means of
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developing knowledge and insight
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learning to approach reading as a search for meaning
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developing the necessary reading skills, including building an adequate and appropriate vocabulary, to comprehend material appearing in a variety of forms
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learning to read accurately making valid inferences and learning to evaluate literature on the basis of personal response and literary quality.
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