Growing SPMS and SPHS Drama Classes Come Together and Attend Local Performance
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In a new twist for the South Pasadena Middle School and South Pasadena High School Drama programs, students from both schools recently came together and attended the fast-paced, humorous farce, “One Man, Two Guvnors,” at A Noise Within Theatre in Pasadena. Grouping the drama students from 7th to 12th grade together helped build a bridge between these two growing programs and offer a fun way for students who had worked together over the years to reconnect.
Before seeing the play, students learned about the 11 main stock characters found in commedia dell’arte and how characters are built and interact with one another. They engaged in a number of different acting and improvisation exercises with the purpose of stretching their character building techniques. Seeing shows in person after analyzing how a playwright constructs stage shows using stock characters helps teach the students about this early form of professional theater.
Thank you to SPMS drama teacher Schuyler Mastain and SPHS drama teacher Nick Hoffa for bringing students together for this learning experience.
South Pasadena Middle School, 1500 Fair Oaks Ave., South Pasadena, (626) 441-5830 or visit spms.spusd.net.
South Pasadena High School, 1401 Fremont Ave., South Pasadena, (626) 441-5820 or visit www.sphstigers.org.
About South Pasadena Unified School District
Established in 1886, the South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) serves approximately 4,700 students within five schools including three elementary schools, one middle school and one comprehensive high school in South Pasadena, California. Nestled in the West San Gabriel Valley, SPUSD has earned a reputation for providing high quality public education, attracting families who value challenging academic programs and outstanding teachers. Consistently recognized for superior performance, SPUSD students earn honors at the local, state and national level. The District draws vital support from parents and community members through the South Pasadena Educational Foundation, local PTAs and booster clubs.
For more information, contact: South Pasadena Unified School District, Office of the Superintendent, scarroll@spusd.net.
