Welcome to Theatre Arts!

1. Welcome to Theatre Arts! 6th Grade Theatre Arts

2. Meet the Teacher –Mrs. Emily Hernandez Contact Information: Email: emilyhernandez@katyisd.org Phone: (281) 237 – 9479 Conference Period: 8:20 – 9:05 (2nd Period) Subjects Taught: 6th Grade Theatre & Theatre II Education: Bachelor of Arts – Stephen F. Austin State University Certification: Theatre Arts and Speech ***Some 8th graders know me as Ms. Rickford***

3. Theatre Classroom Room T-9 (Located Outside)

4. Outside View

5. Inside View

6. Course Description Theatre is a performing art requiring skills in communication both verbal and non-verbal. This course is structured to provide students with a broad overview of the origins of theatre and the skills required both technically and on stage for performing. How does theatre help my student in other core classes? • Communication skills- both verbal and non-verbal • FACT: 40% of people have stage fright (Source: 2010 Gallop Poll) • Willingness to work cooperatively and individually • Creative problem solving abilities • Teaches strong self-discipline and self confidence • Respect and encouragement of peers and authority

7. Course Topics: • Characterization (pretending to be someone other than yourself) • Mime/pantomime (performing without words) • Clowning (entertaining an audience using humor) • Basic Stage terminology (Audience etiquette, types of stages, stage areas, theatre safety, etc) • Duet scenes (performing a memorized scene with a partner) • Monologues (performing a memorized speech by yourself) • Vocal work (Speaking so the audience can understand using projection, diction, and fluency) • Lip sync (performing a dance to a song, while pretending to "sing" the lyrics) • Puppetry (bringing objects to life through movement and voice) • Improvisation (creating a scene at the spur of the moment with little to no planning) • Theatre History (How has theatre grown and evolved to what it is today?)

8. Currently Working On… • Mime and Pantomime - Performing without words • Previous Units: - Audience Etiquette - Stage Fright - Theatre Auditions • Upcoming Units: - Improvisation - Vocal Work - Stage areas

9. Guidelinesfor Success: D – Demonstrate control of yourself and your actions R- Respect yourself and others A- Always Try, Never say "I can't" M- Maintain concentration and focus A- Audience Etiquette: Watch, Listen, and Learn

10. Classroom Organization Theatre Folders Absent Binder Assignment Crate Turning in Assignments The Board Weekly Journals

11. What a day in Theatre Looks Like: • First 5 min of class - Journal • It is like a “Warm-Up” or “Focus” • Students answer various questions each day • Units: • Plan - Start with basic information (notes or review) • Prepare – review performance guidelines & rubrics, practice days with group or individually • Perform – Students demonstrate mastery of unit • Last 5-3 Minutes of class – “Cool Down” • Recap of important concepts • Time to write down assignments in planner

12. Theatre Folders • Students grab their folder as they enter the classroom • All assignments should be kept in their theatre folder • The folders are kept in the classroom. • Folders help students keep track notes, weekly journals, and assignments. Picture here

13. Absent Binder • All missed assignments will be kept in the “Absent Binder” on the back table • A detailed description and instructions are provided about the lesson/activities that were done that day

14. Assignment Crate • If students happen to misplace an assignment, they can check the assignment crate for an extra copy • Extra journal sheets are kept there. This is a popular misplaced item • Assignments are also posted on teacher web

15. Turning in Assignments • Students turn finished work into their class periods appropriate drawer • Grading Scale for Theatre Arts: 50% Major – performances, projects, test grades 35% Minor- specific class work, quiz grades 15% Other- homework, journals, participation (100% Grading Scale as per Katy ISD)

16. The BoardObjective, Daily Assignments, and Homework • Objective, daily assignments, and homework written on the white board everyday • The last five minutes of class is given to students to write down their homework in their planner. • Students can always check the theatre calendar • hard copy given to students each six weeks and it is posted on Teacher Web

17. Weekly Journals • Journals are like “warm-ups.” • Each day there is one posted on the SmartBoard as students enter the class room. • It is the students responsibility to answer the question each day. • Journals are due at the end of each week for an other grade. Monday: Word of the day Tuesday: Random Question Wednesday: Word Puzzles Thursday: Quote of the Day Friday: Free Write or Draw about a specific topic

18. Teacher Web for Theatre Arts

19. Teacher Web • http://kisdwebs.katyisd.org/campuses/BDJH/teacherweb/baileyj/Pages/Welcome.aspx(Direct Link) • Important announcements made frequently at the bottom of the Welcome Page • Fine arts – Theatre - Documents- 6th Grade Theatre Information and Assignments (Hernandez) • Items posted include: • Six weeks calendar • Assignments in class and homework • Rubrics for upcoming performances • Notes • Quiz reviews

20. Teacher Web Continued - Theatre Web page Important Announcements – at bottom of welcome page Click here to see all assignments for 6th grade theatre! “Documents” – Where to find all assignments

21. Upcoming BDJH Theatre Productions: The Three Musketeers November 16 & 17 May 17 &18 (Musical) Audition Information is available on the theatre web page! Tickets go on sale the week of the performances during all lunches!

22. Thank you for watching! Questions? Feel free to contact me with any question you may have throughout the school year! I’m looking forward to a fun & exciting school year with your son or daughter!