Thomas Kelly College Preparatory – Arts – Theatre

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

DRAMA I This is an intensive introduction to the dramatic arts. Through practice and analysis students explore acting, voice improvisation and movement. The course requires that participants explore theater history and critique complex dramatic texts. The course includes live theatrical experiences. Students will evidence their learning through selecting and performing monologues and/or scenes. Students will also prepare research papers that carefully explore an aspect of the theatrical process. DRAMA II This course builds upon the principles introduced in Drama I. Students will explore many theatrical roles and how they can collaborate to create successful theater productions including: director, playwright, actor, stage manager and technical director. Students will actively engage in the theatrical process through scene study. The course will engage students in the process of interpretation and evaluation as they critique plays and live performances. DRAMA III This course is designed for students who have completed Drama I and II. It provides students with more advanced theater experiences, which include: ensemble work, character building, and stage technology. Students will read and critique a range of theater texts. After discussing live theater experiences, they will read and write performance reviews.