CURRICULUM GUIDE 2014
MAGIC AND ILLUSION
(THA0I)
Students will learn to use sleight of hand, mirrors, engineering, lighting, and smoke machines to create the
“magical” effects of the stage. Maskmaking, working with latex, creation of stage effects, and squib design are
included in the course. Learn to “give ‘em the old razzle dazzle” Art for the theatre is a strongly recommended prerequisite. Cross-listed with film studies as FIAOI)
AP SCHOLARSHIP
(THA0AP)
AP Scholarship is meant for students who will go on to Post-Secondary studies and/or a career in theatre/film. An
essay and interview are required. Students will learn important interviewing skills, industry standards, law for
theatrical professionals, unions, and contract negotiation. Our strongest students will receive a scholarship to assist
with the cost of University or Private instruction. Honest critique is provided.
WRITING FOR FILM AND THEATRE
(ENGCW)
See ENG0CW: English: Creative Writing.
WRITING FOR FILM AND THEATRE: AP SCHOLARSHIP
(CWTAP)
AP Scholarship is meant for students who will go on to Post-Secondary studies and/or a career in Script Writing.
Admission is by interview and writing sample submitted to the course professor. Honest critique and skills support
will be provided.
ABOUT: AP SCHOLARSHIP
AP (Advanced Placement) Scholarship courses are available to students of Gavin Academy as well
as homeschoolers and students who are attending another institution. Courses are offered free of
charge to students who have shown an advanced proficiency in a subject and require a higher level
of instruction. An interview and application may be required as presented in the course description.
Course instructors tend to have been employed in a field at a young age: for example, our AP
Creative Writing instructor was first published at the age of 17. Students will learn the advantages
and disadvantages of early entry into a field, post-secondary education, organization, marketing, and
industry standards. These courses are perfect for the student who is currently “ahead of the class”, as
well as the student who feels ahead of the class and, out of boredom, is beginning to fall behind.
MUSICAL THEORY
(MUSI)
Students enrolled in MUSI, II, III, AND IIII will learn the elements of musical theory, including vocal and ear
training. Musical history, classical composers, and the work of contemporary artists will also be examined and
appreciated. Students who wish to learn an instrument may add instrumental instruction to the course by contacting
one of our approved music instructors.
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