Theatre Arts
VCHS Course Catalog
Department Overview
DESCRIPTION OF EXCELLENCE
Students cultivate their God-given creative talents through involvement in theoretical and practical aspects of theatre arts. Training explores a variety of performance methods, design techniques, and industry standards for the creation of theatre while facilitating regular application of Christian values to artistic expression.
DISTINCTIVE EXPERIENCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Our progressive arts training program is one of the finest in the US, recognized by Stage Directions Magazine as one of the top 6 theatre programs in the country (2009). In 2014, the production of Into the Woods swept the California Musical Theatre Honors Program, winning Best Overall Production, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actress. Diverse curriculum and a state-of-the-art theatre facility provide students with hands-on experience in all aspects of theatre production, including performance, costumes, properties, lighting, sound, and production management.