Theatre Arts

Directors

Courses offered

Acting

Acting students focus on the development of performance skills through interactive study. Classes involve movement, group games, teamwork, scene work, monologues, and improvisation. Classroom structure focuses on group work, games, warm ups, and practice on our feet. Students explore theatre from various perspectives, cultures, styles and approaches. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, ensemble and collaboration in the creative process

Theatre Arts I
Theatre Arts II
Theatre Arts III
Theatre Arts IV

Technical Theatre

Technical theatre students develop skills in both the design and implementation of the technical components of theatre, and grow student portfolios of their work. This includes publicity, sets, costumes, management, construction, presentation skills, lighting, sound, stage rigging, and more, each advanced though research combined with hands on
experience.

Technical Theatre I
Technical Theatre II - IV

Theatre Production

Our theatre production class is our Honors theatre class. Students are enrolled by audition and interview only. Students in this class are heavily involved in the department productions and work in class on upcoming projects either on the acting or technical side. Students continue to hone their skills through classroom study including advanced actor training, resume building, technical skills, portfolios and apply these skills to our productions.

Theatre Production I
Theatre Production II
Theatre Production III
Theatre Production IV

International Thespian Society

The International Thespian Society is an honor association for theatre students that is recognized around the globe. The mission of I.T.S. is to honor student excellence in the theatre arts. Members earn points towards honor awards through their participation in theatre productions, showcases, and competitions. Students who participate in I.T.S. Troupe 4821 at Naaman Forest HS attend and compete in district and state festivals and contribute to the overall success of the theatre program at Naaman both during and after school. Students are not required but are highly encouraged to become I.T.S. members, and membership is open to any Naaman Forest High School student dedicated to theatre arts and who meets the I.T.S. requirements.

How to become an ITS Member

Points System

You must earn at least 10 THESPIAN points
Pay a one time fee of $30.00
Continue to earn at least 10 points each year
You must participate in all productions in some capacity
You are eligible to become a Drama Club Officer

Induction will be at the Ranger Player Theatre Banquet in May.

Pledge

I promise to uphold the aims and ideals of the International Thespian Society. I am a student of theatre and excellence is my ideal. I promise to perform my part as well as I can; to accept praise and criticism with grace; to cooperate with my fellow Thespians and work for the good of the troupe; and to share my love of theatre.

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