Day One in Theatre Arts

January 28, 2014

Welcome to Theatre Arts! Today in class we went over introductions and the classroom expectations.  Here is what was covered:

Mr. Keebler is a University of Oregon graduate with a double major in English and Sociology.  He received his teaching degree in 1997.  He taught at Mount Angel Middle School as a writing instructor and began working for the Beaverton School District in 2004.  Since then, Mr. Keebler has taught Theatre Arts.  In his tenth year, he was transferred to his new home at Conestoga Middle School.  He has directed 19 plays so far and looks forward to opening of CMS Drama Club's production "Once On This Island, Jr."

Classroom Expectations:
1. All students are expected to be in their seats and ready to learn at the appropriate time.
2. All students are expected to arrive to class with a writing utensil, a spiral, and when appropriate, a script.
3. Students are expected to bring their supplies to and from their lockers.
4. Do not remove chairs unless instructed to do so.
5. Only manipulate stage pieces, curtains, props and folding wall under teacher supervision.
6. You must get permission to enter the Costume and Prop room.
7. There is no running on or off the stage.
8. Students are encouraged to engage in group discussion by raising their hands.
9. Students are expected to engage in warm-ups at the beginning of class.
10.  Students are expected to keep an organized spiral.

Learning Targets:
1. Historical and Cultural Perspectives: You will show understanding of Theatre Arts to social, historical, and cultural contexts and the influence it has on individuals, communities, and cultures.
2. Create, Present, Perform: You will apply ideas, techniques, and processes in Theatre Arts.
3. Aesthetics and Criticism: You will respond to and analyze theatrical works of art based on essential elements, organizational principles, and aesthetic criteria.

Warm-Up:  What are you doing?

Assignment: Memorize "The Announcer's Test" for performance.