CHS THEATRE CLASSES
​At Centerville High School, students have the opportunity to integrate fine arts classes into their class schedules.  CHS offers classroom instruction in theatre, choral music, band, orchestra, and dance.

THEATRE CLASS OFFERINGS

• Introduction to Theatre/Theatre Arts I
• Advanced Theatre/Theatre Arts II
• Advanced Acting and Directing
• Technical Theatre  (More Detailed Information)

The theatre program offerings have been designed under the premise that both performers and technicians need a well-rounded background both on and off stage. The Theatre Arts classes integrate both technical theatre and performance. They work to provide the full picture of theatre as a truly collaborative art form.  Take a look at this flow chart of how our classes might connect together.

OTHER THEATRE OPPORTUNITIES
Students at CHS do not have to be enrolled in a class to experience theatre at our school.  There are many other ways to be involved.
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INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE/THEATRE ARTS I 
This is an intro course that covers many, many different areas of theatre, including acting, playwrighting, lights, sound, improv, construction, costumes, and more!  This is a great first step in CHS Theatre since you’ll experience lots of different topics.​
(Semester class-1/2 credit)
Instructor: Mr. Hamen

ADVANCED THEATRE ARTS/THEATRE ARTS II
This class continues where Theatre 1 left off and goes more in-depth. At the beginning of the semester, we do a survey to find out areas of theatre the group would like to explore, and then we plan the class to match these interests. Theatre 2 may be repeated.
Prerequisite: Theatre 1
(Semester course-1/2 credit)
Instructor: Mr. Hamen

ADVANCED ACTING AND DIRECTING
This class is geared toward students who have already shown success in acting or directing through CHS courses or participation in CHS Theatre productions. We focus on interpreting scripts, making strong acting and directing choices, and giving and accepting feedback. A.A.D. may be repeated, and honors credit is available through additional requirements.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. 
(Year course-1 credit)
Instructor: Mr. Hamen

HONORS ADVANCED ACTING AND DIRECTING
This class coincides with Advanced Acting and Directing.  Students who enroll in the honors section of the class will complete weekly reflections and a performance review each semester.  Students will also gain first-hand experience as directors when they initiate, develop, and execute a directing experience using their classmates as their acting company.
H.A.A.D. students often take on more challenging texts, techniques, or leadership roles within our daily class activities.
(Year course-1 honors credit)
Instructor: Mr. Hamen

TECHNICAL THEATRE
This is a two year program which focuses on the technical elements of the entertainment industry including theatre, productions, concerts and other “live” performances. The program provides a thorough background in all areas of production and design (scenery, lighting, sound, and costuming) with a focus on projects. Open to juniors and seniors, Technical Theatre Tech Prep provides the opportunity to earn credit from Sinclair Community College, which can be transferred to both two- and four-year colleges. 
Technical Theatre students have the opportunity to work on individual and group projects with select designs being chosen for implementation through theatre and dance department productions. There will be many opportunities for out-of-class work as technicians at the Performing Arts Center. Classes are taught in the P.A.C. with students using the scene shop, stage, and theatre as their classroom. 
Students learn through a combination of projects, interactive instruction, and hands-on learning. As part of the program, students will be involved in main stage theatrical productions, dance concerts and other after-school performances.
(Two year course-3 credits junior year, 3 credits senior year)
Instructor: Mr. Cordonnier

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