Theatre

Welcome to MPVA Theatre!

The MPVA Theatre program consists of three different tracks: Acting, Musical Theatre, and Technical Theatre. Click below to learn more about each track.

Acting

Beginning Theatre: Students will learn proper physical and vocal techniques used by professional actors. They will also learn the foundations of acting and terminology. Other units will include ensemble building, tableau, pantomime, monologue, scene work, script analysis, stage directions/blocking, what makes theatre (history), improvisation, and more. Students will also attend a live theatrical performance. Studies will culminate in a class performance/ showcase that all students in the class are expected to be a part of. There will be a class performance at some point in the spring that all students in the class will be a part of. More information will be forthcoming during the year, and dates will be posted in CANVAS and through the Booster outreach ASAP. Students will have a few after school rehearsals in preparation for the show (along with technical theatre students).

Intermediate Theatre: Students will continue to develop proper physical and vocal techniques used by professional actors. They will also build upon the foundations of acting and terminology. Other units will include ensemble building, mask work, playwriting, devising, theatre history, monologue/scene work, improvisation, script analysis, and what makes theatre (history). Students will also attend a live theatrical performance. There will be a class performance at some point in the spring that all students in the class will be a part of. More information will be forthcoming during the year, and dates will be posted in CANVAS and through the Booster outreach ASAP. Students will have a few afterschool rehearsals in preparation for the show (along with technical theatre students).

Advanced (UIL) Theatre: Students in this production-based class will continue to develop proper physical/vocal techniques. They will focus on ensemble building, growing in the foundations of acting, rehearsal/performance for UIL OAP in November, monologue/scene work, improvisation, rehearsal/performance for Spring showcase, and more. Students will also attend a live theatrical performance. UIL OAP will require after school rehearsals. There may be some Saturday rehearsals or clinics as we get closer to the actual date. A separate calendar will be sent to parents as competition dates and specifics are determined. All students in the class are expected to be in the competition. Students must be academically eligible to participate in UIL OAP.

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre: Students in this class will learn proper physical/vocal techniques used by professional musical theatre actors. They will learn musical theatre dance and beginning ballet. Other units include growing in the foundations of acting, monologue/scene work, solo/duet songs, choreography, musical theatre history, creating their own musical, and more. This year, MPVA will have an in-class musical in which all students in musical theatre are expected to be in. Students may have several different community performance opportunities throughout the year, as well as an end of year showcase. Students will attend a live theatrical performance. More information will be forthcoming during the year, and dates will be posted in CANVAS and through the Booster outreach ASAP. Students will have afterschool rehearsals in preparation for the show (along with technical theatre students) the month prior to the show.

Technical Theatre

Technical Theatre: Students in this class will learn about the elements of design such as staging, lighting, costuming, props, sound, makeup, and more. They will grow in ensemble building and learn about what it takes to make theatre happen. Students are expected to sign up and work various other performances at school, as well as all tech students are required to work the musical in the spring. Students will get to go and see a live show at some point in the year.

Program Goals:

To create an environment in which Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Technical Theatre students collaborate, learn, and grow.
To develop students' abilities in their respective track as well as artistic discipline and organization skills.
To offer quality theatrical experiences in both classroom performances and after-school productions.
To promote student relationships through the development of ensemble.
To offer opportunities for student leadership.
To promote and develop good character in each student.
To develop appreciation and support of Theatre in our school and throughout our community.

MPVA Theatre Mission Statement:

Meyerland Performing and Visual Arts Middle School Theatre is committed to developing and nurturing young artists who embody professionalism, integrity, and compassion, always with an emphasis on growth, critical thinking, and community service.

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Audition Requirements

Beginning Theatre: Students will need to prepare a 45 second minimum monologue. This can be from a published play or published poem. Students need to show characterization in body physicality, vocal emotions, and facial expressions. They may be asked to do other things, like sing a favorite song.

Musical Theatre: Students need to prepare a song from a Broadway musical, as well as a short monologue. They may be asked to do something on the spot as well.

Technical Theatre: Students need to choose a favorite story, then design a costume for the lead (drawn and in color), as well as a set from the book (drawn and in color). NO AI please. They will be interviewed as well. Be prepared to explain why book/costume choice/set was chosen.

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