Course Catalog
Section F · Visual & Performing Arts
Pre-AP Arts - Theatre
UC A-G approved Pre-AP Arts - Theatre course delivered fully online through immersive VR and AI-enhanced instruction.
1 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Theater Grades 9, 10 10 credits
Section FUC A‑G Requirement
Visual & Performing Arts — 1 year required
One yearlong course (or two semester courses) in dance, drama/theater, music, visual arts, or interdisciplinary arts. Courses must be UC-approved and meet state visual/performing arts content standards.
Why This Matters for College Admission
Arts courses develop creativity and design thinking — skills increasingly valued in tech and business. Many selective UCs view a second or third arts year as a positive differentiator.
What You'll Learn
Study acting techniques including Stanislavski method, improv, and physical theater
Analyze dramatic texts from ancient Greek plays to contemporary works
Develop stage presence, vocal projection, and collaborative ensemble skills
Explore technical theater: lighting, sound design, and set construction concepts
Write and perform original scenes and monologues
Connect theatrical practice to storytelling in film, media, and communication
Course Structure
Semester 1, Unit 1Weeks 1–5
Foundations
- Core vocabulary and concepts
- Foundational skills
- Context-setting activities
Semester 1, Unit 2Weeks 6–12
Core Skills
- Skill-building exercises
- Primary assessments
- Collaborative projects
Semester 2, Unit 1Weeks 13–18
Advanced Concepts
- Deeper conceptual application
- Research and analysis
- Peer-review activities
Semester 2, Unit 2Weeks 19–24
Synthesis & Mastery
- Cross-unit integration
- Final capstone project
- Portfolio submission
Lectures & Reviews
Curated YouTube videos for Pre-AP Arts - TheatreHand-picked from credible educators — AP teachers, university lectures, and Khan Academy. Click a thumbnail to play in place; cookies are blocked until you click.
University LectureMissouri State University
Introduction to Theatre and Drama Arts: Lecture 1 - Introduction
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Welcome to Theatre! - What Is Theatre and Why Does It Matter?
Open on YouTubeUniversity LectureMissouri State University
Introduction to Theatre and Drama Arts: Lecture 5 - Musical Theatre
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Thespis, Athens, and The Origins of Greek Drama: Crash Course Theater #2
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Shakespeare's Tragedies and an Acting Lesson: Crash Course Theater #15
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Shakespeare's Theater: Origins and Evolution
Open on YouTubePrerequisites & Requirements
Open to qualifying students in grades 9, 10; no prerequisites required
All students complete a placement conversation with our admissions team before enrollment is confirmed. Questions? Contact admissions.