Technical Theatre I and II
Syllabus and Class Information
The technical theatre program is a focused study of the backstage aspects of theatre. Students will study technical theatre, research and design productions, and work backstage in our own theatre creating the sets for our shows.
Needed Materials:
Clothing- As we will be working backstage with power tools, ladders, painting, etc., students will be expected to dress to work, or bring clothing to change into. Clothing should be snug enough so it will not interfere with power tools. Long hair must be pulled back. Shoes must be closed toed and closed heeled. NO SANDALS OR CLOGS.
Pens/Pencils/Chromebook: Come with these every day
Course Requirements:
Needed Materials:
Clothing- As we will be working backstage with power tools, ladders, painting, etc., students will be expected to dress to work, or bring clothing to change into. Clothing should be snug enough so it will not interfere with power tools. Long hair must be pulled back. Shoes must be closed toed and closed heeled. NO SANDALS OR CLOGS.
Pens/Pencils/Chromebook: Come with these every day
Course Requirements:
- Attend class regularly. Certain assignments are performance based, and to receive full credit the student must participate in daily rehearsals as well as performance. Over 8 absences results in failing the class (MCS Policy)
- Electronics: Cell phones, music players/IPods, or other electronics will not be out during instructional time. If I see or hear them, I will take them and turn them into the front office.
- Food/Drinks: Only water in a clear bottle is allowed inside the auditorium. Food, candy, or other drinks will be thrown away and pushups will be given. No Chewing Gum.
- Restrooms: Students must sign out when they leave, sign in when they return from the restroom, and take the hall pass with them to the restroom. Failing to do so is considered skipping.
- Tech Hours: Each student is required to work backstage for at least two days of extracurricular production per semester. A production list and a sign up sheet will available in class.
- Class Shows: Students will also be the tech crew for the Theatre Arts 1 or Theatre Arts 2 Class Productions. Students will be assigned to these crews early in the semester.
- Late Work: The majority of assignments are submitted through Canvas. Assignments will be accepted late, with a 10 point deduction per class day late, not going below a 50. However, assignments close 2 weeks after they are due, and students will need to schedule a one on one meeting with the teacher, and parents may need to be contacted, for assignments to be accepted past two weeks late.
- Communication: The teacher may communicate with students in the class through email, messaging services (like remind), or text message.
Technical Theatre Warnings/Permission
By its very nature, technical theatre has risks involved. While all necessary safety measures and precautions will be taken, some risks cannot be avoided. Therefore, it is required by the theatre program that both student and parent sign this permission form before any work may be done by that student. The following is a list of activities the students may be performing, and equipment they may be using.
Note: Signing that you have read this will not force students into activities with which they are uncomfortable. For example, if a student has a fear of heights, their grade will not be docked if they choose not to climb ladders or work on the catwalk. Please read the list of activities, and sign to give your student permission.
Catwalk- Students may be hanging and focusing lighting instruments from a catwalk, roughly 30 feet in height.
Grid- Students may climb to the grid above the stage and load and unload weight from the arbor. This will be roughly 65 feet in height..
Power Tools- Students may be using tools including, but not limited to, power drills, miter saws, circular and jig saws, table saws, pneumatic nail and staple guns, and power sanders. Eye and ear protection, if required by the tools, are available and will be used.
Electrics- Students may be working with electrical equipment for the sound and lighting instruments.
Small ladders- are used on stage for working on set pieces as well as lighting equipment. The largest of these is a metal A-Frame that extends to a maximum of 20 feet.
Lifting- Various amounts of heavy lifting are a part of this class (stage weights, lighting instruments, lumber, flats, platforms).
Students will not be asked to lift above their capability. However, if a student has an injury (bad back, sports/dance injury), these problems should be made known to Mr. Faw as soon as possible.
Note: Signing that you have read this will not force students into activities with which they are uncomfortable. For example, if a student has a fear of heights, their grade will not be docked if they choose not to climb ladders or work on the catwalk. Please read the list of activities, and sign to give your student permission.
Catwalk- Students may be hanging and focusing lighting instruments from a catwalk, roughly 30 feet in height.
Grid- Students may climb to the grid above the stage and load and unload weight from the arbor. This will be roughly 65 feet in height..
Power Tools- Students may be using tools including, but not limited to, power drills, miter saws, circular and jig saws, table saws, pneumatic nail and staple guns, and power sanders. Eye and ear protection, if required by the tools, are available and will be used.
Electrics- Students may be working with electrical equipment for the sound and lighting instruments.
Small ladders- are used on stage for working on set pieces as well as lighting equipment. The largest of these is a metal A-Frame that extends to a maximum of 20 feet.
Lifting- Various amounts of heavy lifting are a part of this class (stage weights, lighting instruments, lumber, flats, platforms).
Students will not be asked to lift above their capability. However, if a student has an injury (bad back, sports/dance injury), these problems should be made known to Mr. Faw as soon as possible.
Remind Text
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