Course Syllabus
Acting 1- Semester 2
5 Meetings per Cycle
Winter/Spring 2022/2023
Instructor: Kara Sullivan (She/Her/Hers)
Class Meeting Location: The Little Theatre- Room 165
Office Hours: By Appointment
Email: sullivank@wellesleyps.org
“There is that smaller world we call the stage and that larger stage we call the world”
- Isaac Goldberg - America Journalist
Course Description:
Interpersonal skills are further developed in this beginning course in acting techniques. Actors will
learn the basics of developing stage presence as well as the confidence to speak in front of others in
a variety of situations. Self-esteem is built through positive reinforcement in a supportive and nurturing
environment. Fundamental Improvisational skills build trust and standards for the basis of all
class work. Important Acting skills are continued through scene study table and floor work
and students will be introduced to a variety of acting methodologies as well as vocal and movement
techniques. In addition, students will explore how acting skills are relevant in real-world situations
and be able to apply this work to their daily lives. This course is recommended for all freshmen
and others new to high school drama.
Ongoing Assignment: Artist Journals
For each class, please write one entry in your google doc Artist Journal reflecting on your
experience, which could include the artistic process and /or personal perspectives from
work in class. 3-4 sentences per journal entry are fine.
(Times New Roman font size 12). Your journal will be submitted to me electronically after
the first entry so I can continue to track progress.
Required for In Class:
- Notebook, 1 inch binder, Writing utensil
Mandatory for Semester 2:
- Attend the Winter play, Eurydice- Dates in March TBA
- Attend the Spring Play, TBA, May 4-6
Optional for Semester 2:
- Broadway in Boston trip to see Hamilton on 2/7
Course Expectations:
It is required that you SHOW UP for class. Not just physically, but emotionally and mentally. There is very little homework (aside from your artist journal) and I expect that we can make the most of our 5 days a cycle together. Kindness is my biggest expectation and it is imperative that we treat our peers, the space, the teachers, and ourselves with respect. I will encourage your very best and in return, I will give you my best. Acting has the benefit of being a fun and often less stressful part of your day and I aim to keep that as is- however, I also want us to work, grow and develop skills that will help us in life and on stage.
Acting 1 Learning Goals
Grade 9-12 |
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UNIT: 1 BUILDING THE FOUNDATION Yes And & Imaginary Circumstances |
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Students will be able to:
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MINI UNIT: 1.5 KNOWING THE SPACE Stage directions and terminology |
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Students will be able to:
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UNIT- 2 PIONEERS OF THEATER (Stanislavski, Brecht, Meisner) Approaching the Craft |
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Students will be able to:
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MINI UNIT -2.5 CREATING & ACCESSING CHARACTERS |
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Students will be able to:
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UNIT- 3 SCENE STUDY & SCRIPT ANALYSIS |
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Course Summary:
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