What is it and why should I do it?

In this elective, students will extend their performance skills by exploring different performance styles. They will delve into Verbatim Theatre, where real-life stories are transformed into powerful performances, and Absurdist Theatre, which uses illogical situations and abstract characters to challenge conventional storytelling. Students will also experiment with Musical Theatre, combining acting, singing, and movement, and Epic Theatre, where performers break the fourth wall to provoke thought and social change. Across all styles, students will collaborate to create bold performances and reflect on the purpose and power of theatre.

Students will use script-writing and devising to create a performance from “scratch” to Opening night. Students will select their starting points and inspiration from a range of sources including traditional Japanese and Italian Commedua del Arte, Physical Theatre and Brecht. They will write and develop text, explore, design and collaborate on costume, lighting, traditional and contemporary mask making, set design, multimedia, promotion and much much more!! Culminating in a matinee and evening performance.