Module 5: Aqua Entertainment Spectacle (AES) - Draft

Module 5: Aqua Entertainment Spectacle (AES) - California Dreamin’m Training Curriculum

Objective: To immerse participants in the world of Aqua Entertainment, equipping them with choreography skills, showmanship, and the art of creating mesmerizing water spectacles at California Dreamin’.

Session 1: Welcome to the Aqua Entertainment Family

Overview:

• Introduce participants to the excitement and creativity of Aqua Entertainment.
• Emphasize the collaborative nature of creating water spectacles.

Activities:

• Icebreaker: "Aqua Icebreaker Extravaganza" - Team-building games to break the ice.
• Group Discussion: "The Magic of Aqua Entertainment" - Share stories of memorable water performances.

Session 2: Choreography Masterclass

Overview:

• Delve into the fundamentals of choreography in the context of water attraction performances by cast members. (Think Pirates vs. Small World cast member performances and roles).
• Explore the unique challenges and opportunities of choreographing cast member performances, roles and duties in an aquatic environment.

Activities:

• Aqua Workshop: Participants learn basic water-friendly choreography moves based on park attractions.
• Choreography Challenge: Teams create and present short choreographies to popular tunes.

Session 3: Showmanship in Aqua Entertainment

Overview:

• Introduce the art of showmanship and engaging the audience in water spectacles.
• Discuss the role of energy, expression, and connection with the audience.

Activities:

• Showmanship Role Play: Participants engage in role play scenarios to practice showmanship.
• Group Exercise: "Expressive Water Moves" - Teams create sequences emphasizing showmanship.

Session 4: The Magic of Water Effects

Overview:

• Explore the use of water effects and technology to enhance Aqua Entertainment.
• Discuss safety considerations and coordination with technical teams.

Activities:

• Water Effects Showcase: Teams present creative use of water effects in a mini-performance.
• Group Discussion: "Incorporating Safety" - Share insights on the synergy of creativity and safety.

Session 5: Team Coordination for Aqua Entertainment

Overview:

• Emphasize effective teamwork and communication in creating synchronized water spectacles between each park attraction.
• Discuss the importance of coordination in delivering a visually stunning performance.

Activities:

• Team-building Exercise: "Synchronized Splash" - Collaborative activities to enhance teamwork.
• Group Discussion: "The Power of Team Coordination" - Share insights on working together to create Aqua Entertainment magic.

Session 6: Culmination - Aqua Entertainment Extravaganza

Overview:

• Showcase acquired skills through an Aqua Entertainment Extravaganza.
• Encourage creativity and individual expression in delivering a mesmerizing water spectacle.

Activities:

• Aqua Entertainment Extravaganza: Teams perform a grand water attraction spectacle, incorporating choreography, showmanship, and effects.
• Peer Feedback: Recognize outstanding contributions to the Aqua Entertainment Extravaganza.

Conclusion: Celebrate the successful completion of Module 5 with an Aqua Entertainment Gala and award participants with certificates of Aqua Spectacle Mastery. They are now part of the Aqua Entertainment magic at California Dreamin’!