1. Describe the origins of theatre and how it relates to ritual in at least one ancient Indo-European culture. (300 words minimum)

1.Keep a journal of your work directing five rituals, at least two of which must be ADF High Day rituals and all of which must include five or more total celebrants who have been assigned parts. Submit an essay in which you describe how you directed the celebrants in the following ritual performance elements, and what you learned over the period you journaled. (600 words minimum for essay)

a.Intentional movement

b.Internalized text

c.Vocal projection

d.Diction

e.Use of ritual space

f.Use of props

1. Describe how it is different to write and perform a special occasion ritual instead of a High Day ritual. (minimum 100 words)

1.Explain why purification is important prior to ritual, and what you do to purify yourself before you lead a rite. Include any prayers said, items used, and any stage directions needed to help your reviewer understand what is happening. (min. 150 words, not including prayers, items, and directions)

1)      Describe the customs of two or three Indo-European cultures regarding the land and natural resources, and compare and contrast these practices with the prevailing modern attitudes. (minimum 300 words)

1. Describe the difference between a "magical" ritual and a "religious" ritual, including if there is a difference and why there is or is not. (min. 150 words)

Bonewits defines magic as:

Requirement #1: Key concepts

1. Describe three differences between personal or domestic rituals and small-group rituals. (Minimum 150 words)

There are many differences between doing persona or familial rituals and small group rituals. First off, the techniques used for one group size may not work for a different group size (Bonewits 102). This could be that the simple gestures used solo or with family may not be seen or understood by a larger group, there is also a need for better annunciation of your words, projection of your words, etc.

Requirement #1: Key concepts from required reading:

1. Describe the purpose and function of ritual. (minimum 300 words)

There are many purposes and functions of our rituals.  One of the main reasons we do what we do is so that we can enter into and continue relationships with the kindred.  Most of our rituals tend to work on our relationship with the Shining Ones, but we can design our works to build the relationships with the Ancestors or Land Spirits (Corrigan, The Intentions of Drudic Ritual). 

1. Define "votive offering" and write a prayer (including stage directions if applicable) for a votive offering. (100 words for definition; minimum 75 words for prayer)