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Drama II
Teacher Information
Name: Ms. Paulette Lunn
Telephone Number: (843) 398-2668
Email: [email protected]
Theme Verse:
“Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the
believers in speech, in life, in faith and in purity.” 1 Timothy 4:12
Course Description:
Drama II is for those students who have already taken Drama I. This class is for serious
drama students who desire to gain more experience and knowledge through performing. All
students will work on challenging scripts and learn how to break down a scene. All Drama II
students will perform in the fall theatrical production.
Course Goals:
• Read scripts and learn how to break down a scene.
• Become familiar with Shakespeare’s work.
• Demonstrate strong critical thinking skills through in class scenes and the final production
project.
• Keep a reflection journal.
• Learn the steps to putting on a production. Know the key players involved in a production
and their jobs.
• Cover some of the important playwrights and plays throughout history.
• Be able to write a well-developed theatrical critique and assess theatre intellectually.
Materials Needed:
• Binder to keep handouts in.
• Journal for reflection entries on Thursdays.
• Pencils
• Highlighter
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Classroom Expectations: Students are required to follow the rules listed below.
1. Please come to class and please be on time. Theatre cannot be accomplished if the
actors are not present. I will start class on time every day. If you miss class or you are late
you miss out. This class is fun and very hands on and I want my students to get as much
out if the class as possible.
2. My number one rule in the classroom is RESPECT. I will not permit mocking or teasing of
any kind, especially when critiquing one another’s performances. Performing is a scary and
vulnerable art form. We are all learning and growing, so be respectful.
3. Never say “I can’t.” In theatre I will be asking you to do some silly things and most of the
exercises may feel weird. As a performer you need to train your mind to be open to all new
experiences. When you as an actor say I can’t you are limiting your creative spirit and
hindering your ability to grow as an actor or actress.
Three things to remember: Be Punctual, Be Prepared Be Polite!
Discipline: I will be abiding by the schools discipline procedures found in the student
handbook.
Assignments and Projects:
1. On Thursdays we will start each class period with a reflection journal entry. There will be
different questions every week on the board to answer. You will write in your journal the
first ten minutes of class.
2. Two theatrical critiques: Every student is required to see one of the shows at Francis
Marion University, Coker College, Hartsville’s Community Theatre, or the Florence Little
Theatre, as well as a performance by a professional theatre company. Once you have
seen these shows you will write a two-page critique in MLA format.
3. Shakespeare sonnet presentation: You will be assigned at random one of William
Shakespeare’s sonnets. It will be your job to artistically present the sonnet in front of the
class in a 2-3 minute presentation. You can make collages, choreograph a dance, rap the
sonnet, or perform it as a monologue. Be creative! The point is to get comfortable with the
language of Shakespeare and begin to understand and translate the meaning behind
Shakespeare.
4. Monologues: You will need to prepare for a mock audition by selecting a 1-2 minute
monologue and performing it in front of the class. A headshot will be required as well as a
resume of any experience and past productions you have been in. I will video tape these
monologues for you to critique. You will watch the video and assess where you need to
improve.
5. Group Scenes: You will be put in groups and assigned a scene to rehearse. You will stage
the scene yourself. I will give you class time to work on these projects but you will need to
work on them outside of class as well. This will be your final project for the class and worth
the most points. You will need costumes and a basic scenery or set. Memorization for these
scenes is required. The point of this project is to combine everything you have learned
during the school year on what a production is, how to act and how to move on stage. You
will put all those skills to work by self- directing and blocking your group scene. Second
semester I will be handing out project roles and a responsibilities contract. We will clearly
go over the expectations for this final project.
Grading Policy
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Grading Scale
A = 100-93 B = 92-85
D = 76-70
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C = 84-77
F = 69 and below
Grading System
The point grading system is used to assign grades to assignments.
(Points Earned/Possible Points) x 100%
Example
17
 100%  85%
20