VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

Ms. Angela Cascarano '69 619-725-9105	Mr. John Galvan 619-725-9110	Mrs. Kathleen Herb Baker '70 Chairperson 619-725-9115	Miss Katherine Kamrath '71 619-725-9144

Dr. Timothy Sheehan 619-725-9163	Mr. Michael Stringer 619-725-9164

DRAMA

Drama puts on musical productions and other plays. AOLP offers Drama I and II and Dramatic Production classes, and students may join the International Thespian Society.

Drama Ticket Sales

Ticket order forms are available in the front office as well as from Mrs. Herb Baker and cast members. Tickets can also be purchased at the door, based on availability. Handicapped seats are available (please note when ordering tickets). Payment will be made upon delivery.

Tickets are filled on a first come, first serve basis, with the best seats filled first. The Our Lady of Peace Monsignor Eagen Theatre seats only 231, so be sure to purchase your tickets early for the best seats! Who Can Participate in OLP Drama Productions?

Any student that attends OLP may audition for our drama productions. Male students from St. Augustine High School and other schools are also encouraged to audition. No previous training, classes, or experience is required. All you have to do is come to one of the audition dates. Every student who auditions for the fall musical is guaranteed a part as a chorus member.

FAQS

Do I Need to Pay Anything to Participate?
We ask that you pay a $10 fee for drycleaning for your costume, and we may ask you to provide your own shoes or tights, or other minor costume pieces.

Where are Schedules for Drama Activities Posted?
Students can find scheduling information for auditions, rehearsals, and productions on the Student Drama Calendar web page, and often the calendar will be posted on the auditorium bulletin board. Check this page periodically to stay informed of drama activities.

Who are the Directors for OLP?
Ms. Kathleen Herb Baker directs all drama productions at OLP, and Miss Katherine Kamrath is the musical director for the fall musicals.

How can Parents, Alumni, and Other Interested Adults Help?
We can always use help from parents, alumni, and other interested adults for our productions. Donations of money or supplies can be made, and we need help with costumes, make-up, prop acquisition, and set creation. Please contact Ms. Herb Baker if you would like to donate money, supplies, or your time.

How do I Find the OLP Theatre?
The Monsignor Eagen Theatre is located at the Academy of Our Lady of Peace, 4860 Oregon Street, San Diego, CA 92116 between Aquinas Hall and St. Joseph's Hall. The entrance to the theatre is located on Upper Court. When arriving at OLP for drama performances, please enter from the main gate on Oregon Street.

 

DANCE

The Dance Studio is located in the Qualiato Hall basement. Students may take Exploration of Dance, and numerous opportunities for dancers are offered in the school musical, arts festivals, and Spring Sing.

The Dance Exploration/Appreciation class is aimed at helping you create a better kinesthetic awareness of your body and at developing your power of expression through the study of dance. You will learn how a dancer uses her body, her mind, and her spirit to communicate her art to her audience. We will discuss how and why dance has changed over time, and we will investigate different styles and techniques of dance; exploring the different points of view that drive each style. By the end of the semester, hopefully you will have gained some appreciation and understanding of dance as an art form, as well as experiencing the joy that dance has to offer.

 

MUSIC

The OLP Orchestra is conducted by Mr. Richard Warnock. The main activity of the orchestra is performance in the annual fall musical. For those with a strong music background, OLP also offers A.P. Music Theory.

A one semester class, "Music Appreciation/ Choral Practicum" is offered at AOLP. The Choral Club sings at school liturgies, and students may use their vocal talents in the annual fall musical, school arts festivals, and Spring Sing.

Ms. Katherine Kamrath is our choral director. She is here on "A" days. Please see her in the "Round Room" in St. Cecilia's for opportunities to sing at liturgies, to participate in Choral Ensemble!

 

SPEECH

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace requires the successful completion of one semester of speech for graduation. The speech course is entitled "The Speech Experience."

OLP holds membership in:

Purpose:

Speech Team

Speech students may be invited to join the Speech Team and compete for trophies in the San Diego/Imperial Valley Speech League. OLP Speech team has been the #1 novice team for the past eight years.

OLP also competes in the following speech competitions:

 

VISUAL ARTS

A wide variety of visual arts are taught at the academy. These include drawing, painting, ceramics, graphic arts, and A.P. Studio Art.

ART I
This is a basic foundation course to teach students to use the elements of art and principles of design in technically proficient and intuitive ways across a variety of media. Course studio activity will be augmented by slide lecture, video and critique discussion with faculty. Each student is required to do work outside of class including a gallery visitation and a three-page research paper.

ART II
This course builds on the knowledge learned in Art 1 and continues a more advanced exploration of all the fundamental art components (perceptual, creative, historical, and analytical). This is a studio art class working on drawing skills in a variety of media, introducing some painting skills and emphasizing the importance of reading, research, writing and speaking about art. 3-D media will also be emphasized. Each student is required to do work outside of class including a gallery visitation and a three-page research paper.

HAND BUILDING CERAMICS I
In the Ceramics class hand-building techniques are taught (pinch, coil, and slab methods). Students are taught the proper care and storage of clay and the wedging of the clay as a preparation for creative and quality projects. Glazing of the bisque ware is the final technique taught. Each student is required to do work outside of class including a gallery visitation and a three-page research paper.

HAND BUILDING CERAMICS II
This course builds on the beginning ceramics course and stresses a more creative use of the materials. The students will study and learn to appreciate the history and current expressions of sculpture and ceramics, and learn to talk and write intelligently about the subject as well as learning how to make more advanced pieces. Each student is required to work outside of class, including a gallery visitation and a three-page research paper.

WATER COLOR I
The student will learn a wide variety of basic watercolor techniques including masking, glazing and sanding. Special emphasis will be on working from nature including botanical studies of flowers. Basic color theory will be emphasized. Each student is required to do work outside of class including a gallery visitation and a three-page research paper.

WATER COLOR II
Students are encouraged to continue their explorations in the medium of water color, trying to keep the spontaneous and exciting atmosphere of the medium alive. Draftsmanship, composition, and sound design are encouraged. Each student is required to do work outside of class including a gallery visitation and a three-page research paper.

PAINTING I
Students will learn the basics of painting with watercolor, acrylic, or oil utilizing a variety of supports. Students will also learn the fundamentals of design and color theory as well as become familiar with several art styles and movements. Paintings will be done from still life, life, and the imagination. Students purchase their own paints, brushes and sketch books. Each student is required to do work outside of class including a gallery visitation and a three-page research paper.

PAINTING II
Continued study in studio painting with special emphasis on exploring advanced modes of pictorial structure as it relates to the development of individual expression. Students will work with a variety of painting media. Each student is required to do work outside of class including a gallery visitation and a three-page research paper.

GRAPHIC ARTS AND PRINTMAKING I
Basic introduction to the graphic art processes. Students will be introduced to elements of composition and design with the final goal of producing camera ready art. Course will familiarize students with the world of Graphic Design and teach students how to work in teams to produce and present an ad campaign.

GRAPHIC ARTS AND PRINTMAKING II
Advanced Graphics builds on the skills learned in Graphic Arts. Students will produce six major camera-ready projects using computer generated graphics. Class will include lessons in photography and darkroom printing. Pagemaker 5.0, Microsoft Works 4.0 and Typetwister will be used.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDIO ART (INDEPENDENT STUDY)
This course is intended for highly motivated students committed to serious study in art. A variety of subject matter and techniques may be explored. Art work will be evaluated in terms of quality, concentration and breadth. Emphasis will be on building a strong portfolio, developing a personal style, and utilizing different methods and design solutions. Students will purchase their own supplies, and work independently. If a student falls below the “C” level during any quarter, or if she receives a semester grade of less than “C”, she will be transferred to this course’s college prep equivalent.