Mr. Slavov
kslavov@forsyth.k12.ga.us
770-667-2580 ext.230502

Course Objectives: This course ensures students will be able to communicate effectively through speaking, listening, reading, and writing by requiring them to: speak on stage to present effective and easily audible dramatic scenes and monologue; speak off stage thoughtfully to critique peers' work; read and analyze and comprehend dramatic texts in relation to the actor's work; write and speak on evaluating both in class and out of class theatrical performances. The course will present a broad view of World Theater from beginning to the present.

Topics of Study: During the course topics will include:

• Improvisation technique and basic performance vocabulary

• Exercises and games to improve focus, observation, concentration, memorization and performing in front of people

• Students will invent “skits” from given circumstances, build a character, perform a rehearsed monologue and scene

• Students will learn how to read and write a play script