Thursday 31 January 2013

Welcome! Let's set the stage....

Welcome to ADA 3M, Grade 11 Drama, University/College Preparation

This course requires students to create and perform in dramatic presentations. Students will analyse, interpret, and perform dramatic words from various cultures and time periods. Students will research various acting styles and conventions that could be used in their presentations, and analyse the functions of playwrights, directors, actors, designers, technicians, and audiences.


http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/secondary/arts1112curr2010.pdf


As you know, attending class is a vital component of any course. Because drama is an ensemble activity, your attendance affects everyone in the class. It is your responsibility to let me (and any group members you might have) know in advance of any plans you have to be away. Because we are operating as a split class with the Gr. 12's, you must be particularly vigilant about how you use your time. Always have a pen or pencil or your laptop with you, as there is a significant amount of writing to be done in this course.

Class rules are simple: show respect for yourself, the class and for the room.


Remember to have your parent/guardian sign the information letter dated January 29, 2013and bring it back a.s.a.p.!

Assignment #1:

Using mime, tableau, dialogue and asides, your group will create and present a five minute scene that illustrates how to be successful in a drama class.

The purpose of this assignment is to show me that you know and understand these basic elements of drama that you learned in Gr. 9 or 10, that you know and understand what 'respect' looks like and sounds like in our class context, and that you know and understand how to work in a group and meet a deadline.

Assigned:  Thursday, January 31, 2013
Presentation:   Friday, February 1, 2013