Theatre

Beginning Theatre

This introductory theatre course will focus on creative expression through theatrical performance. Students will become skilled at employing: acting techniques, movement & body control, proper vocalization methods, and the development of characters from different periods and styles of drama.

Tech Theatre

Students will recognize the interdependence of all theatrical elements, and the role of a technical director and a technician in the rehearsal and performance process of a show. Students will recognize the importance of and be able to effectively create publicity for a show. Students will work in a variety of colors, textures, and mediums. Students will learn theatre safety, the aspects of design and implementation of design in scenery, props, costumes, lighting, and sound. Students will also study makeup design and application.

Intermediate Theatre (Audition Required)

This intermediate theatre course will focus on creative expression through theatrical performance and design. Students will become skilled at employing: acting techniques, movement & body control, proper vocalization methods, and the development of characters from different periods and styles of drama. Students will explore historical and cultural studies in theatre and have opportunities to see live professional theater.

Advance Theatre (Audition Required)

This advanced theatre course will focus on creative expression through performance. In order to enroll in this class, students must audition prior to the semester and be selected by the director. The focus of this class involves the producing of the school theatrical productions. Using the skills learned in previous theatre classes the students will work on all aspects of the school’s productions including; publicity, set design, costume design, lighting, sound, makeup, and props as well as stage management and direction.

Orchestra

Beginning Orchestra

This orchestra is for beginners and no music experience is needed. This class provides the foundation for all of the other orchestras.

Intermediate Orchestra

This orchestra is made up of students with at least one year of playing experience.

Advanced Orchestra (Audition Required)

Entry into this orchestra is by audition only. This ensemble serves as our Varsity Orchestra in all competitions and represents the Orchestra program at Sadler Means at all showcases and other Fine Arts academy events.

Dance

Beginning Dance

Students will focus on exploring movement and building basic dance skills/techniques to begin their dance education. The curriculum will include: Elements of Dance, Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre, and Choreographic Processes

Intermediate Dance

Students will learn and develop kinesthetic awareness, proper body alignment, physical strength, flexibility, endurance, and care of the body while exploring expressive movement through dance technique. The curriculum will include: Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre, and Choreographic Processes

Purple Gems (7th and 8th grade) (Audition Required)

The purpose of the Purple Gems is to provide dancers with the following: performance opportunities throughout the year (in addition to the Fall and Spring Show), dance training through conventions and workshops, build technique skills, and dance artistry. Auditions are held in the spring each year and open to students who will be entering 7th or 8th grade for the following school year. The curriculum will include: Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Pom, Musical Theater, and additional choreography/dance production elements throughout the year.

Choir

Phoenix Choir (Beginning)

This choir will have a focus in repertoire, vocal and choral technique, and music theory. These students have the opportunity to participate in the All-City Choral Festival, and Solo and Ensemble competition.

Ameythist Choir (Intermediate)

These choirs consists of a select group of 7th and 8th grade girls selected through an audition process during the previous year. These students will work on advanced repertoire and choral technique. They will perform at scheduled concerts, school assemblies, and UIL.

Dual Language Choir

Purple Diamond Choir

These choirs consists of a select group of 7th and 8th grade girls selected through an audition process during the previous year. These students will work on advanced repertoire and choral technique. They will perform at scheduled concerts, school assemblies, and UIL. This group also participates in other "gigs" that surface throughout the year; i.e. local events, nursing homes, National Anthem performances for athletic events, etc.

Band

Beginning Band

This band is for beginners and no music experience is needed. This class provides the foundation for all of the other bands.

Intermediate Band

This band is made up of students with at least one year of playing experience.

Advanced Band (Audition Required)

Entry into this orchestra is by audition only. This ensemble serves as our Varsity Band in all competitions and represents the Band program at Sadler Means at all showcases and other Fine Arts academy events.