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Welcome to Drama!
This course is rooted in the belief that acting allows us to engage with human experience in one of the most intimate, powerful ways possible—by stepping into someone else’s story. Whether the character is drawn from a script or shaped through improvisation, this class invites students to connect with perspectives outside of themselves and share those truths with an audience.
Open to all grade levels (9–12), this class is designed to be both accessible and transformative, regardless of prior experience. We will focus on managing the fear response that often comes with being perceived, learning to feel safe, grounded, and expressive on stage. Students will develop tools for performance that include vocal projection, memorization, character development, stage movement, and organizing events or scenes. At the same time, we will explore performative texts, practicing how to interpret authorial intent and translate it into meaningful expression.
Improvisation, ensemble work, and solo performance all play a role in this class. Our goal is not just to build performers, but to help students cultivate presence, confidence, adaptability, and a stronger sense of identity—skills that extend far beyond the stage. This class is practical, collaborative, and often unpredictable—and that’s exactly the point.
