Class Information

   
  Theatre 101
   
  

This is a two hour class.  The following descriptions are for semester one, and semester two.

Theatre Through the Ages.
Students will rehearse and perform monologues and short scenes from different genres and time periods of theatre. From the Greek chorus of Euripides, to Moliere's rhyming couplets; from the comedy of Shakespeare, to the drama of Arthur Miller; this class will explore how performance styles changed through time, and why all of these works are still being produced today. In addition to learning how to interpret their characters, students will learn terminology, proper vocal and body warmups, and how to give and receive positive, constructive criticism.

The Art of the 1-Act Play
Students will design and perform one (or two) original one act plays to be performed at the conclusion of the semester.  Playwriting, Set Design, Lighting Design, Sound Design, Costume Design, Acting, Set Painting, Marketing, and Stage Management are all integral parts of play production.  Whether students would like to put on a show from the stage, or behind the scenes, all students will learn the importance of each position, and be a part of the process.

   
  Instructor: Orr, Kate
  Instructor Bio:
  Kate is a graduate of Wayne State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre, and of The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles with a Bachelor of Science in Game Art and Design. She currently works as a designer for various theatres in the Metro Detroit area, in addition to creating digital artwork for video games and graphic design projects. She is a former theatre and improvisation teacher at Palaestra and is delighted to return to new students and classes.
   
  Fee: $150
  Material Fee: $10
  Minimum Age: 14
  Maximum Age: 18
   
  
Day:FridayTime:1:30 pmLength:2 Hours
   
  
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