Course Descriptions
Acting 1
Open to 9-10-11-12
Prerequisite: None
This course introduces actors to basic acting techniques of the theatre. Activities include improvisation, concentration exercises, ensemble-building, character analysis and development, monologue preparation, and scene preparation. At the end of the semester, students will have the opportunity to participate in an informal showcase of their work.
Acting 2
Open to 9-10-11-12
Prerequisite: Acting 1
Advanced Drama allows the student to expand on his/her acting skills and expertise. Activities include relationship exploration, improvisation, scripted scene work, and further development of voice, body, imagination, and ensemble as tools of the actor. At the end of the semester, students will have the opportunity to participate in a workshop production of scripted scene work.
Prerequisite: None
This course introduces actors to basic acting techniques of the theatre. Activities include improvisation, concentration exercises, ensemble-building, character analysis and development, monologue preparation, and scene preparation. At the end of the semester, students will have the opportunity to participate in an informal showcase of their work.
Acting 2
Open to 9-10-11-12
Prerequisite: Acting 1
Advanced Drama allows the student to expand on his/her acting skills and expertise. Activities include relationship exploration, improvisation, scripted scene work, and further development of voice, body, imagination, and ensemble as tools of the actor. At the end of the semester, students will have the opportunity to participate in a workshop production of scripted scene work.
Advanced Acting
Open to 9-10-11-12
Prerequisite: Acting 2
Advanced Acting is the third course in the drama class program at Hinsdale Central. Advanced Acting is intended for students who have previous performance experience. It is designed to train students for theatrical work beyond high school. This class can be taken more than once, but permission must be given by counselors and the English Department.
Open to 9-10-11-12
Prerequisite: Acting 2
Advanced Acting is the third course in the drama class program at Hinsdale Central. Advanced Acting is intended for students who have previous performance experience. It is designed to train students for theatrical work beyond high school. This class can be taken more than once, but permission must be given by counselors and the English Department.