Design
and Production Requirements General Description and Philosophy
Design and Production emphasizes set, lighting, costume, and sound design, as
well as theatre history and criticism. It also includes opportunities to develop
skills in theatre management. Students are prepared for college, conservatory,
or professional placement. The following qualities are fundamental for students
entering the theatre program: imagination, personal initiative, self- discipline,
stamina, seriousness of purpose, commitment to the profession, and trainability.
More specifically, the goals are as follows:
* To help students develop
good working habits both individually and as a member of an ensemble
* To help students become familiar with the components of theatrical production
and the varieties of dramatic form
* To teach the fundamental skills of theatrical design, production, and management
* To teach performance and production values that define a theatrical aesthetic
based on historical and cultural contexts and personal talents
* To help students develop a portfolio of technical theatrical experience
* To infuse students with the zeal, courage, knowledge, and skill needed to
insure the survival of theatre as an art form
How These Goal are Accomplished
Level I: students are required to take Design and Production
I and Introduction to Theatre. Outcomes require students to design sets, lighting,
and costumes for classroom projects. Students learn drafting, design elements,
lighting fundamentals, costuming theory, and management skills. Students also
learn various forms of theatrical expression and are expected to perform in
class presentations and at several performance nights. They are required to
work beyond the school day in order to complete production schedules.
Level II: Students are required to take Design and Production
II and Performance Styles. Outcomes require students to become members of design
teams for Carver productions. Students continue to develop and refine technical
skills. Additionally, students learn and perform plays that are rooted in specific
theatrical styles. Students are required to perform in class recitals and at
several performance schedules. They are required to work beyond the school day
in order to complete production schedules.
Levels III: Students are required to take Design and Production
III. Outcomes require students to head design teams for Carver Productions.
Students continue to develop their knowledge of design history and theory and
continue to refine their technical skills. Students research topics in theatre
history and criticism. They are required to work beyond the school day in order
to complete production schedules.
Levels IV: Students are required to take Theatre Production
Seminar and Design and Production IV. Outcomes require students to increase
the variety and sophistication of their production portfolio. Students continue
to design and manage Carver productions. They continue to expand their knowledge
of current trends in technical theatre and theatre management. Students are
encouraged to pursue independent study and internship opportunities. They are
required to work beyond the school day in order to complete production schedules.
Technical Theatre students are encouraged to take classes in carpentry, figure
drawing, computer skills, acting, music, and dance. This is based on ability
and available seats. They are also required to maintain a portfolio of their
work for college and career placement. Portfolios are part of a students's evaluation.