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Theatre Arts I & II
Theatre Arts I & II is an upbeat, highly active elective that explores how to effectively create & develop characters that are believable. Students begin working with improvisational games & exercises to build a foundation of what is needed for character & scene development. Pantomime, stage movement, & scoring a script follow improvisation to enhance the actor’s delivery & rehearsal methods. Next, the student learns & applies proper techniques for effective vocal expression. The actor then dives deeper into character development throughout the rest of the course. Students enrolled in Theatre Arts read & analyze plays, create scripts & theatre pieces, conceive scenic designs, and develop acting & audition skills. These activities incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process, and integrated studies. Additionally, students can explore career opportunities in the theatre, attend & critique theatrical productions, and recognize the responsibilities & the importance of individual theatre patrons in their community. Theatre Arts I & II is a prerequisite to the Advanced Theatre Arts & Advanced Acting classes at Noblesville High School. Students of all levels are enrolled in this course; no prior experience is necessary for this elective. No Prerequisite Recommended for Students in Grades 9-12 
Theatre Production is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre. Students take on responsibilities associated with rehearsing & presenting a fully mounted theatre production. They read & analyze plays to prepare for production; conceive and realize a design for a production, including set, lighting, sound and costumes; rehearse and perform roles in a production; and direct or serve as assistant director for a production. These activities incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process, and integrated studies. Additionally, students investigate a theatre arts career then develop a plan for potential employment or further education through audition, interview, or presentation of a portfolio. Students also attend and critique theatrical productions and volunteer to support theatre in their community.
Prerequisite: Theatre Arts I & II or Written Permission from Instructor Recommended for Students in Grades 10- 12 
Advanced Acting I & II is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre. Students enrolled in Advanced Acting research, create, and perform characters through script analysis, culture, analysis, response, creative process, and integrated studies. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in the theatre by attending plays, meeting actors and discussing their work, and becoming theatre patrons in their community.
Prerequisite: a C or Higher in Adv. Theatre I & II Recommended for Students in Grades 11-12 
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Advanced Theatre Arts I & II
Advanced Theatre Arts I & II is a direct continuation of Theatre Arts I & II in which theatre students further develop their acting skills. In addition to advanced units in improvisation, character analysis, & auditioning, this class also focuses on leadership & advocacy skills within NHS Theatre. Students also work with stage makeup, costuming, & scenic design for their performances within the class & extra-curricular theatre activities. This class will also prepare a performance for a public audience. Students enrolled in Advanced Theatre Arts read & analyze plays and apply criteria to make informed judgments. They draw on events & experiences to create scripted monologues & scenes, create scenic designs for existing plays, and build characters through observation, improvisation and script analysis. These activities incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process, and integrated studies. Additionally, students can explore careers in theatre arts & begin to develop a portfolio of their work. They also attend & critique theatre productions, while also identifying ways to support the theatre in their community. Advanced Theatre Arts I & II is a prerequisite to the Advanced Acting class at Noblesville High School. The curriculum for this theatre course allows students to take this course multiple years. Prerequisite: a C or higher Theatre Arts I & II Recommended for Students in Grades 10-12 
Technical Theatre is based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Theatre. Students actively engage in the process of designing, building, managing, and implementing the technical aspects of a production. These activities should incorporate elements of theatre history, culture, analysis, response, creative process, & integrated studies. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in the theatre, attend and critique theatrical productions, and recognize the responsibilities and the importance of individual theatre patrons in their community.
Prerequisite: Theatre Production Suggested Recommended for Students in Grades 11-12 
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Below Is a List of Skills & Traits Gained
from All Theatre Arts Classes:
from All Theatre Arts Classes:
public presentation skills
effective communication with adults
effective communication in peer-to-peer & group settings
dependability & commitment in a group setting
cooperation & collaboration
creative problem solving
independence & self-reliance
promptness & acceptance of rules & deadlines
ability to work under pressure
acceptance of responsibility
honesty with self & others
self-confidence with a positive attitude
time management
initiative & determination
leadership & teamwork
creative expression
flexibility & adaptability
respect for authority & peers
self-motiviation
understanding that "just getting it done" isn't enough
acceptance of disappointment--AND the ability to bounce back
and much, much more
effective communication with adults
effective communication in peer-to-peer & group settings
dependability & commitment in a group setting
cooperation & collaboration
creative problem solving
independence & self-reliance
promptness & acceptance of rules & deadlines
ability to work under pressure
acceptance of responsibility
honesty with self & others
self-confidence with a positive attitude
time management
initiative & determination
leadership & teamwork
creative expression
flexibility & adaptability
respect for authority & peers
self-motiviation
understanding that "just getting it done" isn't enough
acceptance of disappointment--AND the ability to bounce back
and much, much more
NHS Elective Theatre Course Offerings
Download the file below for NHS Theatre's list of extra-curricular activities & detailed course descriptions.
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