Performances/Field Experiences are considered necessary laboratory experiences for theatre arts classes and are mandatory.
• To receive credit for a WTC performance, students must sign in with their teacher immediately following the performance and turn in a ticket and program with a two page typed in depth critical review the following MONDAY*.
• To receive credit for community performances, a ticket and program are required as well as a two page typed in depth critical review is due the following MONDAY*. Below are the requirements for specific classes:
*Evaluations are a CRITICAL exploration of elements and techniques studied in your particular class. Papers that focus on the synopsis of the show will NOT receive credit.
Level I classes: Must attend all Wakefield Theatre Company productions during each term plus ONE (1) additional community performance prior to the end of the term.
Level II classes: Must attend all Wakefield Theatre Company productions during each term plus TWO (2) additional community performances during the term.
Level III classes: Must attend all Wakefield Theatre Company productions during each term plus THREE (3) additional community performances prior to the end of the term.
Level IV classes: Must attend all Wakefield Theatre Company productions plus FOUR (4) additional community performances prior to the end of the term.
Ind. Study classes: Must attend all Wakefield Theatre company productions plus FOUR (4) additional community performances prior to the end of the term.
If students are in more than one theatre arts class, (IE: Drama II/Tech. Theatre) they must attend the highest number of performances required and write an evaluation for each class specifically pertaining to the aspect of curriculum.
Lack of attending the required number of events will result in a lower FINAL grade.
Regular WTC performances are held in Wakefield High School Studio or Auditorium. Community performances are held at various sites. Site locations are available through local news media.
Activity Card holders get one FREE student ticket for each mainstage production as well as the annual haunted house. If there is a legitimate financial hardship, please speak to Mr. Orsett and we will work out ways to attend the mandatory performances. “If I don’t know, I can’t help!”