CLASS DESCRIPTION
From live plays and musicals, to operas and puppet shows, even movies and television—the performing arts are thriving today with unprecedented forms of production, technologies, and talents. Audiences have access to productions and entertainments from countries and cultures world-wide.
The study of theater’s history gives us a better understanding of how it developed into its present state, and studying its past can not only remind us of former greatness, but it can also inspire new work by teaching us the great range of possibilities that await us in the theatrical realm. This class explores the various beginnings of theatrical performance up to 1700–from ancient Greek theater to the Italian stage of the Renaissance, to the unparalleled influence of Shakespeare, and the significance of so many other theatrical traditions from various cultures around the world.
CLASS FORMAT
No live classes—view lessons on YOUR schedule. In general, expect 1.5-2.5 hours to work through the lesson plan each week, and an additional 2-5 hours working on assignments (it really depends what assignment your child chooses to do and how they manage their time). For classes with two levels, the material is the same for both—the depth of the assignments differs. Younger students should usually be placed in Level 1. Older students, or younger students who want more of a challenge, should be placed in Level 2.
Each lesson consists of a fully narrated PowerPoint presentation with images and videos to enhance the topics. Students will have access to our learning management system, Canvas, for viewing their lesson, printing worksheets, taking quizzes, viewing/submitting assignments, participating in discussions, and viewing grades/feedback.
