September 9, 2014

Hello all, Ms. Hillman here. I hope everyone stays safe and sound during the big storms...hopefully the power stays on as well. Ugh.

Thought I would update everyone on what the acting strand is currently doing in classes. So here we go...

Acting One...The freshmen are currently working on pantomiming in class. We have done some mirrors and today we worked on machines. The class machine was especially adorable. What an energetic and fun group of young people! They have a bright future ahead of them. 

Acting Two...We are working on developing characters based on stranger photographs. Today we had a circle share and the students really nailed their writing. In a couple days we will be performing these pieces. This class has always had a beautiful energy and collective heart. I am very excited to see what they create throughout the year.  

Advanced Acting...We are creating radio dramas in class and boy...the ideas are flowing. This class is full of creativity and ideas. We are a smaller class, but we are mighty. I am anxious to hear these students work their character voices in these original works. A fun group, indeed. 

Special Studies in Acting...We have been studying Stella Adler in class and have done some exercises based on Stella's principles of acting. This class will be creating their own show from scratch and I cannot wait to be involved in this process...one of my favorite things to do with this class. They are ready to make it happen!

That is the acting strand at the moment. We are working and growing together...that is what it's all about. This will be a fantastic year! Thanks for reading! 

Until next time...

Theatrically Yours, 

Ms. Hillman