Theatre Program at a Glance
The church has a rich history of utilizing the performing arts. Rockford Lutheran incorporates this rich tradition beginning with our youngest students.
Elementary Drama
Under the guidance and instruction of Ms. Karen Kahler, students explore the basic foundational practices of Drama and Theatre. Using music, dance, and explorative play, students work together to craft stories and performances each semester.
Junior High - Explorations
Our Junior High Students are welcome to take part in RLS' unique explorations program. In a series of 9-week courses, students explore many vocations within the art world--including theatre. With rotating instructors, students can also explore multiple instructional styles as they grow in their own education towards their high school years.
High School - Intro to Theatre
Under the instruction of Mr. Ethan McBee, high students can enjoy this combined grade level course as they explore both the technical and performance aspects of theatre.
Upper Campus Productions
Rockford Lutheran Theatre Mission Statement
The Rockford Lutheran School theater program strives to train students in every aspect of the theatrical arts in a safe and productive environment. While doing so, we pledge to be good stewards of the space and resources entrusted to us. Ultimately, we pursue an educational environment that fosters collaborative art not for our own glory, but for God’s.
Program Highlights
- Four various and academically engaging productions per year, generally including a JH production, HS production, combined production, and musical production.
- Working relationship with Concordia University Chicago and Rockford University.
- Storefront training philosophy where students learn all aspects of theater (tech, management, promotion, design, acting, writing, and directing).
