Memorial boasts an award-winning, vibrant and varied Drama program. Through engaging hands-on experiences, Drama students will increase their physical and vocal confidence, as well as learn basic performance skills and acting techniques. Students also develop a deep sense of community within our “theatrical family”. Come join the fun of Memorial Drama!
Drama
Course List
The following Drama courses are available at MCHS. Click on the name of the course to read its description.
Drama 10
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 5
Drama 10 Is an exciting, practical and dynamic course which introduces students to dramatic creation. Through games and activities, the students will develop a level of comfort and competence in the theatre arts while becoming part of a creative and supportive community. No previous experience is required for this course.
Drama 20
Prerequisite: Drama 10
Credits: 5
Drama 20 introduces students to a deeper level of commitment to their personal artistic development. Students will engage in theatre studies in several practical forms. Areas to be covered include: Voice, Improvisations, Critical Play analysis, Stage Fighting and Shakespearean Scene Study.
Drama 30
Prerequisite: Drama 20
Credits: 5
Drama 30 uses and builds upon all of the skills and techniques acquired in Drama 10 and 20. Students will develop their acting and directorial skills through Monologue and Scene study work culminating in their participation in a major production. Students will have the opportunity to take on a variety of roles including: actor, director, stage manager, technician, designer and dramaturge.
Advanced Acting Production 15-25-35
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 5 (per course level)
Students involved in this course will be part of the ensemble responsible for putting on our main stage production.
Students will work together alongside members of the professional theatrical community to create a truly unique and exciting performance experience. Our students have most recently performed in Mamma Mia, Something Rotten, Legally Blonde and Spamalot.
Note: Auditions for this full year course are held in September and the course runs all
year outside normal school hours.
Technical Theatre
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 5
The Technical Theatre program is specifically designed to meet the needs of students who wish to learn the backstage, design, and theatre management aspects of theatre. The program provides practical experience in lighting, sound, set, costume, props, rigging, and more. These essential skills are taught and practiced throughout the execution of our production season as members of our Technical Team. This course runs outside normal school hours supporting the main stage production.