"Theatre is simply what cannot be expressed by any other means; a complexity of words, movements, gestures that convey a vision of the world inexpressible in any other way." --- Eugene Ionesco

"Every life has a story; to be human is to tell it." -- Anonymous

This course emphasizes the active exploration of dramatic forms and techniques, using materials from a wide range of authors, genres and cultures. This course is heavily focussed on performance; both individual and in groups. You must participate fully in all group work and approach your performances with enthusiasm and concentration.

You are required to keep a Response Journal which may include creative ideas, observations, feelings dreams, sketches, reviews and impressions relating to in-class and out-of-class experiences. The purpose of the journal is to make you more aware of your own ideas and feellilngs. You are required to complete at least one formal piece of reflective writing per week for evaluation.

Units:

• See the buttons at the left of this page

Evaluation:

• Theory (Dramatic techniques, terms, quizzes, presentations ----20%
• Creation (performaces, original thought script writing, participation) -----35%
• Analysis (class discussion, group work input, journal writing) ---20%
• Exam (performance, planning, research, written component) ---25%

NOTE: If your teacher is using Marks Maestro, the following link will take you to the page where you may enter your Student Code and Password (available from the teacher) to access your marks: http://www.rredware.com/sm3reports.asp

Please note that irregular attendance and/or tardiness will impede your success in this course.