11th Grade Visual & Performing Arts

Students analyze symbolist and abstract self-portraits to create works that represent internal states rather than just physical features.

Focuses on the development of theatrical characters based on personal or historical anecdotes.

Investigates how heritage and shared history are encoded into visual motifs and musical patterns.

Students create visual or performance pieces that explore their personal narratives and mythologies.

Students learn to translate narrative ideas into visual sequences for theatrical or filmic performance.

Examines the ethical considerations when artists draw inspiration from cultures outside their own.

Students learn to articulate their artistic intentions and processes in written artist statements.

Investigates how audience interaction and perception shape the meaning and impact of a performance.

Students examine the mathematical and psychological effects of dissonance and consonance in musical scores.

Explores complex polyrhythms and their use across global musical traditions.

Introduction to electronic music production and the manipulation of digital sound waves.

Students analyze how composers develop short musical ideas (motives) into extended melodies and themes.

Explores common musical forms (e.g., sonata, rondo, theme and variations) and their impact on listener expectation.

Investigates the unique sound qualities of different instruments and how composers combine them.

Examines the psychological and neurological responses to different musical elements.

Analyzing how dancers use the space around them to convey power, isolation, or connection.

Examining how protest movements have utilized dance and public performance to advocate for justice.

The study of Laban Movement Analysis and the physical mechanics of different movement qualities.

Students explore techniques for generating movement spontaneously and developing improvisational scores.

Examines the contributions of key figures in modern dance (e.g., Martha Graham, Merce Cunningham) and their impact.

Explores the integration of digital media, projection, and interactive technology in contemporary dance.

Focuses on how costume choices enhance movement, character, and thematic elements in dance.

Investigates the scientific principles underlying dance techniques, such as turns, jumps, and lifts.

Critically examining the artistic techniques used in posters and digital media to manipulate perception.

Exploring the tension between vandalism, fine art, and the reclamation of urban environments.

Analyzing how artists use humor and irony to challenge societal norms.

Examines the ethical responsibilities and artistic techniques of photographers documenting social issues.

Discusses historical and contemporary cases of art censorship and the arguments for artistic freedom.

Students analyze the visual language and persuasive techniques used in historical and contemporary protest art.

Explores how artists use their work to raise awareness about environmental issues and advocate for sustainability.

Students learn how to use color, intensity, and angle to manipulate the audience's emotional state.

Investigating how the physical layout of a stage can symbolize the themes of a play.

Designing costumes that communicate status, history, and personality traits through fabric and silhouette.

Explores how sound effects, music, and ambient noise create atmosphere and advance narrative in theater.

Students learn techniques for character makeup, aging, wounds, and other theatrical special effects.

Investigates the role of props in defining character, setting, and advancing the plot.

Students learn to create scaled drawings and models for set and lighting designs.

Focuses on the organizational and leadership skills required to manage a theatrical production.

Students learn the principles of flow, lighting, and labeling required to curate a cohesive show.

Developing a professional vocabulary to evaluate art through both formalist and historical lenses.

Synthesizing a year of work into a professional portfolio with a written reflection on artistic intent.

Explores the business side of the art world, including galleries, agents, and pricing strategies.

Students learn the process of researching and writing grant proposals to fund artistic projects.

Introduces students to legal issues relevant to artists, including copyright, fair use, and contracts.

Explores the process of creating art for public spaces and engaging with diverse communities.

Examines the evolving role of art criticism in the digital age and its impact on public discourse.

Examines historical and contemporary performance art pieces that challenge traditional art forms.

Explores collaborations between artists and scientists, focusing on data visualization, bio-art, and scientific illustration.

Students create narratives using a combination of visual art, sound, text, and interactive elements.

Investigates artworks designed for a particular location, considering environmental and social context.

Students work in groups to devise original performance pieces that integrate multiple art forms.

Examines the process of adapting literary works into theatrical productions or films, focusing on artistic choices.

Explores artworks that require or invite audience engagement to be complete, from digital installations to participatory performances.

Students develop a detailed proposal for their capstone project, including research into relevant artists and techniques.

Focuses on the iterative process of artistic creation, including experimentation, feedback, and revision.

Students learn professional techniques for photographing, videoing, and digitally archiving their artwork and performances.

Students apply curation principles to plan and install their capstone projects for a public exhibition.

Students prepare and deliver an artist talk, articulating their artistic process, influences, and intentions.

Students engage in structured peer critiques and write a comprehensive self-reflection on their artistic journey.

Explores post-secondary options, career paths, and continued artistic development for aspiring artists.