Theatre

Students of Theatre at HIS begin their study in grade six. All students in grade six, seven, and eight have an opportunity to explore Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts on a carousel rotation where students are introduced to the MYP Arts criteria and learn the foundations of all three disciplines. Students of Theatre delve into improvisation, physical theatre, and the performance and production elements of theatre. Young MYP learners also participate each year in an interdisciplinary Arts unit (IDU) that explores the interconnections among the Arts and allows students to meaningfully apply the skills they have developed throughout the year.

As students transition into grade nine, they may select one arts course for deeper study in the MYP. These courses are designed to provide greater depth and challenge and prepare learners for the rigors of DP Theatre. Units of study for Theatre students in the upper MYP explore play texts, theatre theorists, world theatre traditions, technical theatre, directing, and more.

Outside the classroom, secondary Theatre students are invited to participate in an annual production, which alternates between a play and a musical each year. There are ample opportunities to participate as performers (actors, singers, dancers, and instrumentalists), as well as behind the scenes (costumes, hair, makeup, directing, lighting, props, set, sound, stage management). Leadership opportunities are offered to committed and experienced individuals.