Drama, Advanced Acting
and, Musical Theatre
Please email David Tremblay at david.tremblay@epsb.ca if you have any additional questions about Drama.
Drama 10, 20, 30
(5 credits each)
You will learn the skills to perform stage combat, improvisation, speech, theatre studies, technical theatre, and acting.
Students intending to continue to Drama 20 and 30 are strongly encouraged to take Drama 10 for 5 credits. This course also includes sections for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Students who cannot fit Drama 10 IB into their schedule may be able to enroll in an after-school section that meets with the Advanced Acting 15 class.
Musical Theatre 15, 25, 35
(5 credits each)
Recommendation: Co-registration in choir or dance or instructor permission.
These classes are for students at all grade levels – whether you’re a novice or experienced – focusing on singing, dancing, and acting in the musical theatre genre. The courses will emphasize rehearsal discipline, risk-taking, and working together to perform a Broadway musical in the theatre.
Advanced Acting 15, 25, 35
(5 credits each)
Prerequisite: Concurrently enrolled in Drama 10 or instructor permission.
Advanced Acting 15 students join with Advanced Acting 25 and 35 students to form an ensemble. Advanced Acting 15 is designed for Grade 10 students keen to perform in productions to enrich their class work. The main stage production takes place in early December and M.E. LaZerte’s One Act Play Festival in early April. The rehearsals and classes run Monday through Thursday from 3:30 to 5:30 P.M.