Theatre and Film

1 term, solid, 1 credit This course is offered as dual enrollment credit with Purdue University Northwest

This course, open to all students, explores various aspects of filmmaking. In this course we seek to understand and explore the construction film through both watching and creating.

1 term, solid, 1 credit

Short Form Media Creation. This is a project-based learning course where students will create dynamic film/video content with a purpose of selling products/ideas. 

2 term, non-solid, 1 credit

Prerequisites: 2 of 3 of the following - Film Studies, Reels to Realization, or Film Festival Co-Curricular Participation

The Honors Filmmaking Seminar is designed to immerse advanced high school students in the art and craft of cinematic storytelling. Students will explore the full production cycle—from screenplay development to directing, cinematography, sound, and editing. The capstone seminar culminates in a student-directed short film of 8–12 minutes.

1 term, solid, 1 credit

An introduction to the development of the physical and intellectual tools the actor needs on stage. The course begins with basic stage movement and and continues through beginning monologue and scene work.  

1 term, solid, 1 credit

A basic understanding of the history of theatre from the ancient Greeks to present Broadway. Includes basic fundamentals of design in scenery, lighting, costumes, writing, as well as the actor's role in the theatre. 

1 term, non-solid 2 days/week (Mon & Thurs or Tues & Fri), 1/2 credit

The Acting Workshop deals with a different challenge in the acting/theatre process each term offered. Examples of past workshops are: Mask Design, Costume Design, and Acting for the Camera.  

1 term, non-solid 2 days/week (Mon & Thurs or Tues & Fri), 1/2 credit

This class will address the world of theatre technology, including lighting, sound, costumes, props and sets.  No prerequisites.  Open to anyone interested in learning about technical theatre.   

2 terms, non-solid meets 2 day/week, 1 credit

Prerequisites: Enroll in Theatre classes: Acting and Intro to Theatre. Participate in 4 Theatre Co-Curricular productions including 1 in senior season.

The Honors Seminar is the capstone experience for our Theatre Acting students. Each seminar provides a first-year college experience, culminating in a performance/presentation.  Students will choose a variety of scenes that will allow them to explore and develop various characters. They will rehearse with fellow acting students and organize all production aspect of their scenes.  They will follow a designated schedule of preparation before their pieces are performed in front of faculty and invited guests.

2 Terms, non-solid meets 2 days/week, 1 credit

Prerequisites: Enroll in Theatre classes: Theatre Technology Workshop and Intro to Theatre. Participate in 4 Theatre Co-Curricular productions including 1 in senior season.

The Honors Seminar is the capstone experience for our Theatre Technology students. Each seminar provides a first-year college experience, culminating in a presentation.  Students will explore various texts to better understand technical elements and needs, before choosing one to focus on for design presentation. Students will follow a designated schedule of preparation before projects are shared with faculty and invited guests.