Drama
The P.A.C. Rats Theater Workshop
This workshop gives Middle School students the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the theatrical experience. Together with their directors, they create and perform a show at the end of the workshop. They are involved in the visual look of the show by making props and painting backdrops/sets. Through the use of dramatic exercises, games, storytelling, improvisation, scenes and music, the students experience the joy of performing.
Acting I/High School One Act Play
This class is the High School students who want to further their acting skills. Through the use of acting exercises they work on technique, characterization, script analysis, vocal production, auditioning, and improvisation. The class culminates in the One Act Play. The plays are primarily ensemble shows giving students a good amount of stage time and experience. New works as well as standards are produced. Shows have included Juvie, Acting Up, and The Outfit.
All School Musical
All Middle and High School students have the opportunity to audition for the All School Musical. Musicals have included, You're a Good Man Charlie Brown; Our Miss Brooks; Bye, Bye, Birdie; The Sound of Music; Honk; The Music Man; The Wizard of Oz; and Seussical. During the rehearsal process, students are involved in a fully choreographed, professionally designed show. Many students also enjoy working on the production elements of the musical as the stage manager, backstage crew, light and sound technicians, hair and makeup, set building and painting, assisting with concessions, taking tickets, and ushering.