Journal Day

Don't forget to bring a pen, duotang (Oxford Esselte, if you prefer) and paper to class tomorrow.  Remember, I do have a few old duotangs that you may use.  Grade 8's, your assembly is in B Block, so report to Drama class and you will be called down to the gym.

  Grades 9 and 10 :  Our first journal will be about your favourite movie.  What is the name of the movie?  (If you don't see a lot of movies, try to think of one you like, even if it's a kids' movie or one you saw long ago.)  Who directed it?  (The director is the person who is responsible for every aspect of the film, so they are really important - try to start noticing who directs the movies you like, if you don't already.)  Who acted in it?  (If it's an animated movie, it still uses actors for the voices of the characters.)  What did you like about it?  (Be specific -- describe scenes that were memorable or focus on one actor's performance, or how the scenes were shot.)  Is there anything you DIDN'T like about the movie?  What would you change about it?  Would you suggest I see it?  Why or why not?  Would you recommend it to your friends?  Why or why not?

Grade 8 :  What should I know about you?  I'm your Drama teacher, so it is probably worth telling me if you've been involved with Drama before.  Have you ever acted in a play?  Taken Drama classes?  Do you suffer from stage fright?  (You aren't the only one -- lots of people are afraid to perform in front of others.  Even professional actors can have stage fright.)  Are you good (or not so good) at working in groups?  What kinds of things do you like to do?  Have you any special skills (playing the piano, doing calligraphy, building things, etc.)?  Do you have any life threatening allergies?  Just give me an idea of who you are and tell me anything you think will help me work with you in Drama class. 

I don't take away marks for spelling or grammar, but try to write complete answers that clearly communicate your ideas.  Your journals are due on Tuesday (September 10) of next week.  If you have any questions, ask me in class or you can email me or include a comment on my blog.

Drama Club:  We will have a brief meeting on Tuesday at lunch.  Our first show is going to be Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream".  There is a handout about it in a blue folder on the bulletin board outside the theatre door.  The sign up sheet for auditions is yellow and is also on the bulletin board.