Jefferson High School
5210 N Kerby Ave
Portland
OR
97217
(503) 916-5180
Course Offerings
Beginning Theater
- Theatre I (first Semester) covers creative and improvisational work, monologue, and scene memorisation, with units in voice, dictation, and physical stage movement. Students critique performances and evaluate the literary worth of materials studied and performed.
- Theatre II (second semester) will deepen students’ understanding of theatre as a literary medium and will focus on performance and directing as a demonstration of literary understanding.
Intermediate Theater
Students continue training in acting techniques, with an emphasis on styles of acting and theatre history. Scriptwriting and other methods of communicating through theatre will be explored. Beyond basic acting skills, the class also teaches problem-solving, communication, creativity, self-growth, self-discipline, and teamwork. Each semester will end in a showcase performance developed by students.
Stagecraft (Beginning 1 and 2)
Students build sets, use rigging to fly scenery and lighting, manipulate sound and microphones, and create lighting effects. Students also decide costumes, hair, and makeup for performers. Course can be repeated with instructor permission and advanced students through the CTE Program of Study “Theatre Production.”