Jada Ross-Henry, Theatre Director
About the Theatre Program:
Oak Hammock’s theatre program is where students begin a journey into a magical
world—the world of theatre! We have unique ways of exploring theatre. Not only by using textbooks but taking the stage, thinking outside the box theatre games, activities, shows, events, festivals and other performing arts endeavors. Students will learn not only about theatre but critical thinking. Why? They both go hand in hand.
In todays’ society, students are faced with many environmental factors that can affect their personal inner psychological growth; and can influence their decision making. Theatre is based on human experience and addressing societal issues in an age appropriate and acceptable fun way. Critical thinking is the ability to analyze and evaluate an issue in order to form a judgment. This teaches students to closely observe and analyze the world around them—skills that make up the components of critical thinking and through means of theatre embark on a journey of self-discovery and creativity.
Student coursework focuses on but is not limited to learning introduction to theatre, building acting skills, dance/movement, developing personal resources, taking the stage, improvisation, mime, pantomime, clowning, and vocal performances. Over the three-year magnet curriculum, students will refine skills and collaborate as a functioning theatre ensemble. Topics explored include but are not limited to, directing, playwriting, theatre history, the great American playwrights, technical theatre, and musical theatre. Rehearsals and performances are a required part of this program.
Now let's talk about me, Mrs. Jada Ross-Henry, The Critical Thinking Theatre Director, with over 40 years of experience in the performing arts and working with kids. Author and Entrepreneur. I was born and raised in Fort Myers, Married, mother of 5, and grandmother of 14. Educational Degrees from University of South Florida and Barry University.
Together, let’s shape a future where theatre graduates are critical thinkers and thrive in a world of many possibilities!