Havergal College Course Calendar, 2016-17 Academic Year

DANCE

GRADE 11 ATC3O2 – Dance, Grade 11, Open Semestered

0.5 CREDIT This course emphasizes the development of student’s movement vocabulary relating to dance genres from around the world, and of their understanding of the elements of dance and the tools of composition in a variety of performance situations. Students will research and explain how physical, intellectual, and artistic skills developed in dance can be applied in a wide range of careers. They will apply tools and techniques throughout the process of creation and presentation, and reflect on how studies in the dance arts affect personal identity. DRAMATIC ARTS The Middle School and Senior School drama programs at Havergal are designed to provide students with opportunities to develop their personal attributes, technical skills, knowledge of theatre and abilities in public speaking, presenting and performing. Methods and strategies for learning include class exercises and performances (improvisation, mime, the analysis of performance style and the development of acting technique), written reflections, script writing, historical and theoretical study and theatrical production. In the intermediate grades, the focus is on activities and reflections that provide a supportive environment in which a young woman can develop her self concept and her expressive skills. As she moves into the senior grades, the student is encouraged to deepen her awareness of theatrical traditions, strengthen her technical skills and broaden her ability to work creatively and collaboratively. The courses offered in drama follow a progression. Students learn basic drama skills and build an understanding of the characteristics of conventional and experimental theatre through study and performance. The program is enhanced by student productions in class and by optional participation in plays presented in the fully equipped Legacy Theatre each year, including the Middle School/Havergal Youth Theatre play, the Senior School play and the Senior School One Act Plays. In addition to the courses, Drama club activities include public performances, play writing, audition skills and voice training.

GRADE 7 GRADE 7 DRAMA

This introductory course is designed to foster a student’s self-confidence and ability to focus her energy as she develops a range of expressive skills and an increasing awareness of others. Units include concentration and movement exercises, mime, tableaux, storytelling, and physical theatre.

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