Course Catalog

Whether you are a theatre major looking forward to a career in the arts or a non-major interested in an overview to increase your appreciation as an audience member, THE ESSENTIAL THEATRE, 11th Edition, provides an engaging, insightful, and informative resource that will enrich your theatre experience throughout your life. Written by highly respected teachers and theatre historians, the text has earned its reputation as one of the most comprehensive, authoritative surveys of the theatre. Its vibrant treatment of theatre practice--past and present--catalogs the origins of theatre through postmodernism and performance art. The Eleventh Edition includes an all-new chapter devoted to musical theatre, new "Then and Now" boxes that link theatre history to present-day, and numerous new photos--including photos of actors you will quickly recognize from film and television.

Focused on the cultural relevance of theatre. Written in an engaging style. Designed to be accessible to students. Living Theatre is the most popular text for theatre history courses. The Seventh Edition builds on these strengths with “Past and Present”―a NEW feature that focuses on connections between theatre’s long history and the practice of theatre today―and with a brilliant NEW design that highlights the beauty and excitement of the art of theatre.

The AP Music Theory course corresponds to one-to-two semesters of typical, introductory college music theory coursework that covers topics such as musicianship, theory, and musical materials and procedures. Musicianship skills, including dictation and listening skills, sightseeing, and harmony, are an important part of the course. Through the course, students develop the ability to recognize, understand, and describe basic materials and processes of tonal music that are heard or presented in a score. Development of aural (listening) skills is a primary objective. Performance is also part of the curriculum through the practice of sight-singing. Students learn basic concepts and terminology by listening to and performing a wide variety of music. Notational skills, speed, and fluency with basic materials are emphasized. (College Board, 2020)

The AP Art and Design program consists of three different courses and AP Portfolio Exams—AP 2-D Art and Design, AP 3-D Art and Design, and AP Drawing—corresponding to college and university foundations courses. Students may choose to submit any or all of the AP Portfolio Exams. Students create a portfolio of work to demonstrate inquiry through art and design and development of materials, processes, and ideas over the course of a year. Portfolios include works of art and design, process documentation, and written information about the work presented. In May, students submit portfolios for evaluation based on specific criteria, which include skillful synthesis of materials, processes, and ideas and sustained investigation through practice, experimentation, and revision, guided by questions. Students may choose to submit any or all of the AP Portfolio Exams. (College Board, 2023)

In today's complex world, character education is an essential pillar in the development of well-rounded individuals who make positive contributions to society. From exploring fundamental values to fostering leadership and empowerment, this course empowers students to become responsible, ethical, and compassionate individuals.

This Debate course is a platform for students to refine their argumentative skills, critical thinking, and public speaking abilities. Through a series of engaging topics and real-world issues, students will explore the art of constructing well-reasoned arguments, mastering the techniques of persuasive communication, and engaging in spirited debates with peers.

Through real-world challenges and community engagement, students will develop a strong sense of social responsibility and a vision for making a positive impact. Whether you aim to become a student leader, excel in team projects, or simply wish to grow as an individual, this course empowers you to unlock your leadership potential and inspire positive change in your community.

In this course, students will master the art of public speaking and persuasive discourse. Through hands-on experiences, this course equips students with the essential skills to craft compelling speeches, deliver engaging presentations, and foster self-confidence in communicating their ideas.

The SAT is a standardized admissions test used by many colleges and universities to assess a potential student's academic strengths and readiness for college. These test scores are used during the admissions process along with high school grades, class rank, community service, recommendations, and extracurricular activities.


Since 2016, the new SAT test is made up of three compulsory sections of reading, writing and mathematics, with an optional essay. The full score for the new SAT is 1600. SAT scores are valid for 2 years.

ACT stands for American College Testing. It is the most accepted college entrance exam taken in the US. The ACT score is accepted by all colleges and universities. The test covers all knowledge and skills students gain from their high school studies. The ACT score is an important indication to the university of students' academic abilities.

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a worldwide popular English language proficiency test for higher education and global migration. The IELTS score is accepted by over 10,000 organizations worldwide, including schools, universities, employers, immigration authorities, and professional organizations.

The TOEFL test, held and organized by ETS, is the most widely and respected English-language test in the world, recognized by more then 10,000 colleges, universities and agencies in more than 130 countries including Australia, Canada, the U.K., and the United States.