Classes
Think Like an Artist!
Think Like an Artist!
Theatre Arts at Buena High School offers students both curricular and extra-curricular opportunities in the arts.
Classes in Performance
Classes in Performance
Theatre Performance I
Theatre Performance I
This course examines the tradition of the actor as storyteller and challenges students to increase their ability to express their own experience and the experience of others. Performance I introduces actors to the principles and techniques of creating and portraying believable characters by means of the fundamentals of acting, presentation and performance. Student actors develop these tools and methods through both scripted and improvisational performance. No acting experience is needed.
Theatre Performance II
Theatre Performance II
Performance II builds on the principles and techniques introduced in Performance I. Student actors expand tools for acting, presentation and performance adding study and application of methodology, period styles and the structure of comedy, tragedy and drama. Student actors develop these tools and methods through both scripted and improvisational performance with a focus on auditioning.
Advanced Performance
Advanced Performance
A co-curricular course that provides in-depth study of the creative elements in theatre, rooted in ensemble building. Develops aesthetic literacy and critical thinking using acting, interpretation, writing, improvisation, directing and reflective writing. Students learn to construct meaning through the study and skill development of theatre techniques in the creation theatre.
Classes in Production
Classes in Production
Theatre Technology
Theatre Technology
Critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity are at the heart of study in the Theatre Arts. This course prepares students with foundational knowledge and skills in Theatre Production. These skills include the principles of design as well as support in all elements of live performance, construction of scenic elements, costumes, rigging and flying, reinforcement and reproduction, essentials of lighting and video, audio editing, special effects and the management skills to be the boss of it all! The 21st Century workplace applications of these skills are endless. Creativity is the ultimate multi-purpose tool!
Advanced Technology
Advanced Technology
A co-curricular course that continues the work of Theatre Technology I. Study will be in depth, daily, hands on application in the theatre with students managing the planning and application of live production as described above. This class forms the support staff for the Buena Performing Arts Center, all school productions as well as contracted events. Through this course some students may pursue an opportunity for employment as event staff for the Performing Arts Center.
Capstone, Honors and Distinction
Capstone, Honors and Distinction
Theatre Production Studio
Theatre Production Studio
Laboratory for the exploration, development, and synthesis of all elements of theatre. Using knowledge gained through the study of theatre, students focus on solving the problems faced by actors, directors, designers and technicians and refine their abilities to collaborate on performances. Practical experience in theatre arts is developed through rehearsal and public performance. The production studio is an upper-level, co-curricular course providing for the integration and implementation of those ideas and skills studied in Theatre Performance and Theatre Technology. Weighted credit is available through the Fine Arts petition program.
Fine Arts Honors Credit
Fine Arts Honors Credit
Receiving honors credit is an option for Advanced Theatre Technology and Theatre Production Studio. While participating in Advanced and/or Studio students will extend their understanding through involvement in a series of achievements. Students that petition for honors (weighted) credit will negotiate activities that address each of the following areas including: individual instruction, performance, academic content knowledge, and leadership/service.
Technology Lab Assistant
Technology Lab Assistant
Assist CTE teacher in lab or workshop in implementing the CTE program. Students will complete a variety of duties, such as assist in setting up lab equipment for the class. Inventory equipment and supplies, maintain lab in good working order. Students will troubleshoot and provide technical support to students and teachers while providing additional assistance regarding instruction, record keeping and building leadership skills.
Independent Study In Theatre
Independent Study In Theatre
An in-depth study of a more specific method, discipline or application in Theatre Performance and/or Production. Examples include historical study, directing, design, cultural or period styles, musical theatre, improvisation, playwriting, Shakespeare, business and/or production management, advocacy, theatre education while allowing for integration into other curricular areas.
