Kolb+(Theater)

__Ms. Kolb's __ __8th Grade Theatre __ dkolb@latinpcs.org 202.223.1111 (school) ** 2017-18 Syllabus ** *First set of 2 reviews due before __January 12, 2018__  *Second set of 2 reviews due before __May 18, 2018__ ** How to Write a Theatrical Review ** ** Theatre Critique Examples ** ** Class Warmup ** ** Rehearsal Etiquette ** **__Homework __** __** Due Monday, 5/21 **__
 * Two Theatre Reviews **


 * Only Nico, Henry, and Rubi have let me know that they will be doing one review as a presentation, which will take place on Wednesday, 5/23. All other typed reviews are due before/on Monday, 5/21. No exceptions. **


 * __ For Monday, 4/30: __**

While I'm out this week, you will rehearse your chosen scene with your partner to begin performing the scenes on Monday.

While rehearsing, please consider who you are, how old, where you come from, etc., in order to understand the backstory of your character and the scene. Take time to discuss as scene partners how your characters are related, how you know each other, etc. Make sure to create realistic characters (or as realistic as possible).

You may use set pieces- table, chairs, but please refrain from using any props. Use your pantomime skills!

Scenes:

Estelle/Kayla- Catherine & Cosette Rubi/Genesis- Juliet & Ophelia Mia/Will- Juliet & Ophelia Sophia/Nico- Juliet & Ophelia Henry/Lawrence- Jose & Pete Henry/Christian- Julien & Oscar Vlad/Nate- Jose & Pete Wyatt/Harrison- Charles & Casey

__ For Wednesday, 3/21: __

Complete the "Creating A Character Profile" worksheets for both characters so we can share them with the class on Wednesday. Please be thoughtful. These are real people!





__ For Monday, 3/5: __

Come up with at least three examples of using your body language to better portray your character in Midsummer. How you stand, use your hands, walk, etc. You need to explain when and where you'd use them and why and show us. For example: As Oberon, I would put my hands on my hips (think Superman) to show that I am in a position of power.

** Please don't forget that your Classmate Observations are due each Friday. You must have three sentences/bullet points per class period for a total of 12 points (1 point per observation). ** ** All actors must be off-book (memorized) by Monday, January 22nd! **  Due Monday, December 18: Shakesbook Profile (10 points) **// Reminder: __Two theatre critiques are due before January 12th.__ If you haven't seen anything yet, please take advantage of the two week vacation. Visit this [|website] if you are having trouble finding shows to see! //**  //A Midsummer Night's Dream // Nate- Director Henry/Wyatt- Asst. Directors Vlad- Stage Manager Ms. Kolb- Producer

Nico- Oberon Harrison- Robin Will-Lysander Estelle- Helena Christian-Demetrius Kayla- Hermia Genesis- Titania Henry- Bottom Wyatt- Theseus Mia- Hippolyta, Narrator Lawrence- Egeus Vlad- Philostrate Sophia- Quince/Prologue Ruby- Flute/Thisbe Nate- Snout/Wall ** Midsummer Character Map ** For Monday, 12/4 - Finish reading Act I, then read Act II of //A Midsummer Night's Dream,// ** __pages 23-65__ **** (reading only the right side modern text) **
 * Friday, December 1: **


 * Week of October 16 **

**Tuesday, 10/17 - Does Not Meet** **Monday, 10/16** - Finish polishing your duet Pantomime ** Week of October 2 ** Monday, 10/2 - Continue to work on your Duet Pantomime **Due Thursday, August 31:** Find a quote that is meaningful to you. Include the author and source as well as an explanation on how it spoke to you.
 * Week of October 9 **
 * Friday, 10/6 - No School (Williamsburg trip) **
 * Thursday, 10/5 - None **
 * Wednesday, 10/4 - Pick one **** recommended **** play and write up the synopsis and character list. ** Monday, 10/2 - // No School (Indigenous Peoples' Day) //
 * Friday, 10/6 (Due Wednesday, 10/11) - ** Bring in the name of a Shakespeare play for consideration by the class.
 * Thursday, 10/5 - ** Continue to work on your Duet Pantomime
 * Wednesday, 10/4 - ** Continue to work on your Duet Pantomime
 * Due Friday, September 1:** Create a tweet of 140 characters (total) which begins as **#theatreis...**