The Rock Academy

Students will learn the essential fundamentals of drama including acting technique, character dynamics, improvisation, rehearsal techniques, and artistry. They will also the hands on knowledge of all the elements of making theatre successful, including stage managing, directing, lighting, sound, make-up, costuming, and scenery. Students will learn the history of theatre as well as the many genres of theatre from improvisation to musical theatre, Broadway, Shakespeare, and film. Students will acquire a thorough knowledge of how to be successful and well-rounded thespians themselves through the study of resumes, headshots, and auditioning. Finally, students will culminate their knowledge in this course through writing, directing, producing, and performing in their own theatre project.