PD Course
Theatre Etiquette 101
Created by Kerry Hishon
Instructor Kerry Hishon is an actor, director, writer, and stage combatant with years of experience in youth theatre. Her course, Theatre Etiquette 101, is designed to help students be successful in their theatrical journeys.
When teaching students who are brand new to theatre, it’s important to discuss and apply the expectations of the drama classroom and the theatrical world.
This course starts by explaining "what is theatre etiquette", and then moves through every step in the production process from audition to post-show recovery.
Every module has tips for both you and your students, classroom exercises, rehearsal exercises, and reflections. There are also printable posters included to use in your classroom or backstage.
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0Module 0Introduction3:29 FREE PREVIEWAn introduction to the course and all of the modules.
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1Module 1What is Theatre Etiquette?8:55 FREE PREVIEWThis module answers the question 'What is Theatre Etiquette?' and why students need to learn it.
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2Module 2Rehearsal Etiquette12:15 LockedThis module focuses on classroom and rehearsal etiquette.
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3Module 3Audition Etiquette11:30 LockedThis module focuses on audition etiquette. What do students need to do to give the best audition possible?
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4Module 4Costume Etiquette14:47 LockedThis module looks at at costume etiquette, how to treat costumes properly, and ensure students look fabulous on stage in them.
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5Module 5Props Etiquette14:22 LockedThis module focuses on props etiquette, what a prop is and how to treat props respectfully.
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6Module 6Tech and Dress Rehearsal Etiquette9:54 LockedTechnical and dress rehearsals are often intense and can be very stressful. This module discusses how these rehearsals differ from regular rehearsals, why they are important, and how to survive them.
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7Module 7Pre-Show Etiquette9:54 LockedThis module focuses on pre-show preparation etiquette. Those hours leading up to performance time are so important for students to get into character and get focused for the task at hand. This module will help them to get into the right head space for performance.
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8Module 8Show Etiquette6:08 LockedThis module focuses on show time etiquette. What? There’s a certain way to act during showtime? Sure is, and it’s on top of acting on stage.
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9Module 9Strike Etiquette5:22 LockedThis module looks at strike etiquette. What is a strike? Why is it necessary and what’s involved in it?
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10Module 10Post-Show Etiquette3:59 LockedThis module focuses on post-show etiquette, dealing with post-show blues and going forward in your theatrical endeavors.
Standards Addressed
Grades 9 & 10 - Foundations - Responsible Practices
- C.3.1 identify and follow safe and ethical practices in drama activities (e.g., exhibit safe use of sound and lighting boards; follow procedures for the environmentally responsible use of materials and energy; prepare an individual or group seminar report on the nature and purpose of one or more of the following: copyright protection, royalties, public domain, intellectual property rights)
- C.3.2 identify and apply the skills and attitudes needed to perform various tasks and responsibilities in producing drama works (e.g., use active listening and cooperative problem-solving skills; practise punctuality; use tact in suggesting changes and improvements; demonstrate willingness to accept criticism and build consensus)
- C.3.3 demonstrate an understanding of theatre and audience etiquette, in both classroom and formal performance contexts (e.g., as a performer: show willingness to take direction and behave appropriately towards other actors; as a viewer: demonstrate respect for performers and other audience members by paying attention, not interrupting or talking, and applauding when appropriate)
Grades 9 & 10 - Foundations - Concepts and Terminology
Grades 9 & 10 - Reflecting, Responding and Analyzing - Connections Beyond the Classroom
Grades 9 & 10 - Reflecting, Responding and Analyzing - The Critical Analysis Process
Grades 9 & 10 - Creating and Presenting - Presentation Techniques & Technologies
- A.3.1 identify and use a variety of techniques to influence the audience in specific ways (e.g., have actors enter the performance space from the audience to increase audience connection to the drama; use blocking to focus audience attention on key characters or relationships between characters)
- A.3.3 use a variety of technological tools (e.g., light, sound, set design, props, models) to enhance the impact of drama works
Grade 11 - Reflecting, Responding and Analyzing - The Critical Analysis Process
Grade 12 - Foundations - Responsible Practices
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