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Grade 12

Technical Theatre and Design 12

SD36 Surrey

Technical Theatre & Design is a course for those students who wish to gain an intense knowledge of the background workings of a theatre and designing for shows. Students will learn all aspects of technical theatre & design including sound, lights, props, costumes, make-up, set, projection, filming performance, stage management and front of house. Students will have the option to gain advanced credentials to help them pursue a career in the industry: WHIMIS, Aerial Lift Certification, Fall Protec

Credits:
4
Hours:
120
Approval Date:
Trax Code:
YVPA
Goals and Rationale

Students having a basic familiarity with elements of production and design participate in an in-depth theoretical and practical exploration of staging, audio and lighting for theatre, dance, and music productions. Students get hands-on experience working on a variety of productions while collaborating with fellow students from different disciplines across the School Districts, as well as directors, choreographers, and guest artists. Students will work directly with equipment and materials and

Big Ideas

The requirements of artistic productions differ according to purpose and place. Technical elements are different for different art forms (dance, drama, music) and for theatre versus event planning. Traditions, perspectives, worldviews, and stories can be shared through theatrical production elements supporting the words, movements, and sounds of a live performance. Solutions to production challenges are developed through collaboration and innovation. Design choices are an integral part o

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