Theatre Arts 7 Class Overview Syllabus Expectations and

Theatre Arts 7 Class Overview, Syllabus, Expectations, and Grading

01 02 Class Overview Class Expectations Guidelines for student behavior (*in virtual learning) What we will be learning how to do in this class - and why 03 04 05 Syllabus Grading Policies Contact + FYIs The topics we will cover Grading percentages and late work How to reach me and things to know before you need to know them

FTPS Remote Learning Expectations Class Norms Stay muted when not speaking Use Raise Hand React features in Zoom Always use your real name Demonstrate respect + avoid distracting others Communicate issues to the teacher Use tech tools responsibly and as instructed Breakout Room Norms Stay on task Demonstrate respect + use respectful language Stay in breakout rooms until returned to main room

Class Overview Creating original theatre work by identifying and developing creative ideas and working collaboratively to prepare and rehearse a performance. Performing in rehearsals and staged work using a variety of techniques used by actors. Responding to theatrical work and interpreting how personal values can influence how someone experiences a performance. Connecting theatrical work to global and community issues and relate the importance of the work to a time period

Why study theatre? (for non-“theatre people”) Studying theatre is an opportunity to…. ● Practice creativity ● Practice skills that you are learning in other classes (theatre combines every subject) ● Build career skills like teamwork, listening, cooperation, and confidence when public speaking ● Explore problems and solutions in creative ways

7 th Grade Syllabus Topics we will cover (not in order!) The Technical: ● ● ● Costume Design Stage Directions and Terms Acting Techniques Aspects of the Voice and Voice Overs Scenic Design Sound Effects/Foley Artist The Dramatic: ● ● ● Script Analysis Playwriting/Screenwriting Directing Theatre Reviews Scene Study The Fun: ● Theatre Games

Grading Policies Percentages 30% Assessments 70% Practice Late work 1 week 90% max 2 weeks 80% max 3+ weeks 70%-60% max Not turned in 0 No late work can be turned in the last 10 school days of the marking period

Contact + FYIs Email is the best way to contact me outside of class: ● mgabilanes@franklinboe. org ○ Click here for a quick video explaining how to email a teacher ● Completed assignments should be turned in through the assignment’s page on Google Classroom OR through the learning tool that collects your responses, like Nearpod ● All grades - including any assignments done on Google Classroom or a separate learning tool - are posted on Genesis