Roseburg High School

Theatre I - Beginning Acting
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester
Pre-requisite: None
Credit: ½ Elective

Course Overview: Welcome to your rookie troupe! Whether you are a seasoned local actor or a totally freaked beginner, we will introduce you to the exciting world of live stage performance. Using a supportive troupe circle approach, you’ll be introduced to a variety of warm-ups and exercises designed to focus your mind and build confidence in your vocal and physical skills. You’ll write and perform original monologues and scenes, and the course will culminate in a showcase of original one-act plays written, rehearsed, directed, and performed by you!

Theatre II - Intermediate Acting
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester/Year
Pre-requisite: Theatre I (or Acting for Non-Actors with permission)
Credit: ½ Elective

Course Overview: This course is for students who have taken Theatre I or Acting for Non-Actors (with permission) who want to dig into this acting thing in a more serious way. Students will perform scenes from a wide range of theatrical styles - from Greek Theatre to Farce to Contemporary Ensemble Work, broadening their understanding of the larger theatrical landscape while honing their craft through script analysis, voice and movement workshops, regular performance opportunities and self reflection.

Theatre III - Performance Theatre
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: For Actors: Theatre I & Theatre II and Audition For Technicians: Technical Theatre & Design I & Design II and Meeting with Director
Credit: 1 Elective

Course Overview: Performance Theatre is an advanced practice, year-long course which can be repeated for credit. This class is a fantastic way to experience what it means to be a true Theatre Ensemble. You will work as a team to select and produce a small season of student-run theatre, including the annual Literacy Play. We will follow this up with a Spring project of the class’s choosing. As a Theatre Ensemble, students will learn the nuts and bolts of how to collectively run the planning, producing, acting, directing, marketing and budgeting of a small theatre company.

Theatre IV - Advanced Theatre Study
Grade Level: 11, 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: Theatre I, Theatre II, Theatre III and Audition
Credit: 1 Elective

Course Overview: This is our most challenging theatre course, specifically designed for experienced actors who want to focus on growing their craft. In this rigorous class, students will be exposed to a range of rehearsal and acting techniques, applying these skills and approaches to weekly scene work and regular performances. Students will learn the basic principles of successfully developing a director’s notebook and practice appropriate technique directing fellow students. This year-long class will be tailored to the specific skillsets and growth areas of each year’s enrollment.

Technical Theatre & Design I
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester/Year
Pre-requisite: None
Credit: ½ - 1 Elective

Course Overview: This class is designed to build the basic skills necessary to put on all the magic in the Rose Theatre. Starting with tech badge and safety tests, students learn the fundamentals of stage lighting, sound design, set design and construction, prop design, and stage management. Tech students are also responsible for several after school events in the Rose Theatre, in which they will gain valuable experience with theatre clientele.

Technical Theatre & Design II
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester/Year
Pre-requisite: 1 credit (2 semesters) of Tech Theatre I
Credit: ½ - 1 Elective

Course Overview: Technical Theatre & Design II is for committed students who have completed 2 semesters of Technical Theatre & Design I. In this class students will dive more deeply into their chosen design focus area (Set, Lighting, Costume, Sound), or Stage Management. Students will have the opportunity to work in leadership roles on Mainstage Productions, aiding in design and participating in production meetings. Students will have multiple opportunities to learn from professional designers and technicians throughout the course.

Film Studies & Production 
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester
Pre-requisite: None
Credit: ½ Elective

Course Overview: Are you into movies and TV shows? Do you know how it all started? Join us in Film Studies! This class will cover the history and evolution of film: from when it was first created to the domination of superhero films from Marvel. We will be focusing on technical discoveries, cultural impact, and the development of the ‘language of film’ by watching, analyzing, and discussing the most important films of that time period.

Video Production
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester
Pre-requisite: Film Studies 
Credit: ½ Elective

Course Overview: Video Production is a course designed for the student who has taken film study (or is currently enrolled in film study) and wants to pursue more advanced filmmaking projects. Students will work on an independent basis on their own original films while also serving as video production support to other students and teachers. Instructor signature required. This class may be taken more than Once. Must have completed Film Studies or be dual enrolled

Musical Theatre
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester
Pre-requisite: Theatre 1 or Choir
Credit: ½ Elective

Course Overview: NEW CLASS! Ready to bring Broadway to life? Join our Musical Theater class and explore acting, singing, and dancing! Develop your performance skills as you prepare solo and group numbers, receive expert feedback, and learn audition techniques. Dive into musical theater history and iconic songs, while gaining confidence on stage. Whether you dream of Broadway or just want to perform, this class will help you shine! Don't miss your chance to be part of the magic!

Unified Theater
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester/Year
Pre-requisite: None
Credit: ½ – 1 Elective

Course Overview: This is a production-based course. Students of all developmental and physical abilities will have a major part to play in each production. Student services students will be paired with peers and prepare a show for our student body and community. Students learn about one or more of the following topics: basic techniques in acting, major developments in dramatic literature, major playwrights, the formation of theater as a cultural tradition, and critical appreciation of the art.

Music in Motion
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: Meeting with Director (for peer singing partners)
Credit: 1 Elective

Course Overview: This course is open to any and all singers! Music in Motion is a singing ensemble that focuses on connecting music with movement and/or choreography. Our special needs students are paired with “peer singing partners” and prepare pop and show tunes to perform at all evening school concerts.

Men of Note
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: Meeting with Director
Credit: 1 Elective
 

Course Overview: This group of tenor and bass voices will study and perform a wide variety of choral music written specifically for their ranges and voice types. Singers study basic vocal technique, ensemble skills, music reading, and perform at school concerts and select festivals outside school hours.

Concert Choir
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: By Audition Only
Credit: 1 Elective
 

Course Overview: This advanced choir represents RHS at OSAA competitions and other festivals in addition to the school concerts. They perform advanced (often a cappella) music from various time periods, cultures, and styles. Periodically this group also fundraises to go on tour. Performances outside school hours are common.

Vocal Fusion
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: By Audition Only, must also be a member of Concert Choir
Credit: 1 Elective

Course Overview: This a cappella group performs more than any other vocal group at RHS. Students must first be accepted to Concert Choir to be considered for Vocal Fusion. The ensemble learns a significant amount of repertoire for their numerous performances, and singers are required to learn their own parts and practice outside of rehearsal. Group is limited to 14 members.

Cantamus
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: Meeting with Director
Credit: 1 Elective

Course Overview: This group of treble voices will study and perform a wide variety of choral music written specifically for their ranges and voice types. Singers study basic vocal technique, ensemble skills, music reading, and perform at school concerts and select festivals outside school hours.

Beginning Guitar
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester
Pre-requisite: None
Credit: ½ Elective
 

Course Overview: This class is for the person with little or no previous experience. Instruction includes chords, strumming patterns, finger picking, barre chords, and reading tablatures and staff notation. Playing assignments and a semester final recital in class are included.

Marching Ensemble
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Fall Quarter (meets after school)
Pre-requisite: All members MUST attend August band camp
Credit: ½ Elective*

Course Overview: The Roseburg Marching Ensemble is comprised of wind, percussion, pit, and colorguard performers from grades 9-12. The RME gives the most public performances of all the RHS bands and plays at every home football game as well as several marching band festivals. All members are required to attend the August band camp which lasts roughly two weeks. Members of Wind Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble are required to participate in the RME. Members of RME must also be enrolled in a traditional band class that meets during the day.

Concert Band
Grade Level: 9
Length of course: Year
Pre-requisite: Must have at least two years experience on a band instrument or Director’s consent
Credit: 1 Elective*
 

Course Overview: Concert Band is a non-auditioned performance ensemble made up largely of Freshmen and Sophomores as well as some older students. This ensemble performs three to five times a year. The class will focus on the mechanics of tone production, balance, blend, and intonation, and will also cover some music theory and history.

Symphonic Band
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of course: Year
Pre-requisite: Must have at least two years experience on a band instrument or Director’s consent
Credit: 1 Elective*
 

Course Overview: The Symphonic Band is Roseburg High School’s second instrumental music ensemble. Members are Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. After their freshman year in Concert Band, these students complete a chair placement audition with Mr. Hansen to help determine their part in Symphonic Band. This ensemble puts on numerous concerts and participates in a few festivals each year. Members of the Symphonic Band continue to develop their musical and technical abilities in preparation for participation in the RHS Wind Ensemble.

Wind Ensemble
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: Audition required. 
Credit: 1 Elective*

Course Overview: The Wind Ensemble is Roseburg High School’s premier instrumental music ensemble. Members are typically Juniors and Seniors. All members must pass an audition with the Director. This ensemble puts on the most concerts and participates in more festivals than any other concert ensemble. A high level of musicianship and focus is necessary to be successful in this ensemble. Members are required to participate in Marching Ensemble in order to enroll in Wind Ensemble.

AM Jazz
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Spring Semester
Pre-requisite: Must have at least two years experience on a band instrument or Director’s consent
Credit: ½ Elective*
 

Course Overview: AM Jazz is RHS’ non-auditioned Jazz Band class. Although students need to have at least two years prior experience on their instrument, they do not need to have any past jazz experience. This class is open to all concert instruments including non-traditional jazz instruments (flute, clarinet, etc.) as well as rhythm section instruments (drums, piano, guitar, bass). AM Jazz explores the fundamentals of Jazz, Latin, and Funk music while exploring important concepts such as tone, rhythm, articulation, style, and improvisation. This group performs at several concerts a year and emphasizes the music of artists such as Art Blakey, Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck, and John Coltrane. This class meets zero period three times a week after marching season is over, which is usually around early November.

Jazz Ensemble
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: Audition required.
Credit: 1 Elective
 

Course Overview: Jazz Ensemble is a group made up of only traditional jazz band instruments (trumpet, trombone, saxophone, rhythm section). This ensemble is one of the most traveled at RHS and performs regularly for the local community and also at various festivals. As one of RHS’ top groups, this ensemble rehearses and performs difficult literature of varying styles. Members are required to participate in Marching Ensemble in order to enroll in Jazz Ensemble.

Percussion Ensemble
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester 
Pre-requisite: Must have at least two years experience on percussion instruments or Director’s consent
Credit: ½ Elective*
 

Course Overview: During Percussion Ensemble, students begin to study percussion literature that is more classical in nature. Repertoire might even include “novelty” pieces, which employ everything from buckets to balloons as instruments. Percussion Ensemble members also participate in Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble performances.

*This course may be repeated for additional credit.