Theatre Arts Projects

Do you see life as a stage and the world is your audience?

Set the Stage

Ready to see your name in lights? Maybe you are more interested in being backstage or working on set design? Learn all of the above and more through the 4-H theatre arts projects!

Youth who participate in 4-H Theatre Arts programs develop life skills that include communication, stage presence, public speaking, working behind the scenes and in front, responsibility, teamwork, community service, a positive attitude, critical thinking, problem solving and a sense of self-worth.

Learn about:

  • Theatre language
  • Stage set up
  • Reading a script
  • Acting, Directing, and Blocking

Participant outcomes:

  • Members will build a video portfolio.
  • Members will learn how to build a set.
  • Members will participate in a performance.

Youth interested in Theatre Arts can explore careers like:

  • Acting
  • Directing
  • Stage crew/Stage manager
  • Theatre Arts/Drama Teacher

Projects:

  • Act 1: Journey into the Imagination- An introduction the theatre language, set up and performance. Gain skills to start your theatre portfolio.
  • Act 2: Soaring into Action- An in depth look at using a script and theater acting. Complete activities to help your skills and continue to build your portfolio.
  • Act 3: Quest for Expression- Move through this project book based on your interests and theatre experience. Build your portfolio with audio and video clips of your performance practice.
  • Act 4: Voyaging Beyond- Finish your theater arts journey with self-discovery as theater arts expert. By now you have a portfolio ready to take your theatre skills and put them to work!

Cloverbud Theatre Arts Opportunities

Youth between 5 and 7 can participate in our 4-H Cloverbud program! This non-competitive program introduces young children to the world of Theatre Arts while focusing on fundamentals.

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Pennsylvania State 4-H Office

Pennsylvania State 4-H Office