Theater
Drama at Aspen Academy is a progressive experience through the development of self and passion. As your student journeys through our performing arts program, they'll be inspired while discovering their person and passion, whether it be on stage, behind the stage or collaborating with each grade level.
THEATER
The theater program at Aspen is dedicated to creating a safe and empowering place for students to hone their craft. Being able to confidently get on stage and express one's emotions is not only helpful in acting, but also in the world of public speaking. Students should leave this program being able to confidently express themselves and have a firm grasp of what being a real world actor is like. In PreK-4th grade we work on conquering stage fright, finding their voice, and taking chances in their performances. In 5th-8th grade the choices span from an intro into professional acting to improv, to the study of Broadway-Musicals or creating their own films. Being able to take these life skills and apply them beyond our theater is what we strive to give our students.
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It’s Showtime!! Production Class E1 |
Discover all the ways a play or musical comes together! Share your work, live on stage, at the end of the quarter! This class will be co-taught by Ms. Scherlong and Mr. Robinson. |
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StageCraft E2 |
This class will introduce the many aspects of technical theatre including lights, sounds, costumes, and makeup. This is a project based class. |
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Introduction to Theatre E2 |
This class will continue to build on the core basics of Lower School Essentials. We will take a dive into Improv and being brave on stage. We will work on monologues and scene work. Learning the basics of “the work” that goes into both. |
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Improvisation Basics E2 |
Students will enjoy actively creating characters and scenes through improvisation games similar to those showcased on the popular tv show “Whose Line is it Anyway?” Students will learn about improvisation through scene interpretation, theatre games, collaborative exercises and storytelling. |
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From Page to Stage: Advanced Theatre |
In this class we will produce a show. Students will create a script adapted from a children’s book. The class will edit, cast and direct 10 minute plays to be performed for PK-2nd grade at the end of the quarter. Preferred pre-requisite: Intro to Theatre. |