Strand: Goals: PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTION The student will create and present a theatrical production using appropriate techniques and skills. The student will be able to explore the technical process of a theatrical production. IT.1.1 The student will recognize that theatre is an ensemble art while developing communication strategies and problem-solving capabilities through group interaction and artistic collaboration to: 1. Communicate and defend artistic choices; 2. Select alternatives to solve problems and build consensus; and 3. Participate in group collaborations. (SOL TI.1) EPT.1.1 The student will exhibit discipline, independence, and ability to maintain stage properties, costumes, equipment, and facilities according to established classroom standards. (SOLTII.1) EPT.1.2 The student will collaborate with others to create theatre projects and productions with the goal of raising the standards. (SOL TII.2 and SOL TIV.1) TP.1.1 The student will exhibit discipline and maintain stage properties, costumes, equipment, and facilities according to established classroom standards. (SOL TIII.1) TP.1.2 The student will collaborate with others to create theatre projects and productions. (SOL TII.2) IT.1.2 The student will create and strengthen trust and expand listening skills through participation in theatre games and improvisations (e.g., solo and group characterizations, portrayals of characters in conflict, experiments in rhythm and imagery, playwriting experiments). (SOL TI.2) IT.1.3 The student will apply the creative process to the skills of storytelling, acting, and playwriting by: Using an active theatrical vocabulary that includes terminology for blocking and character development; Employing voice, body and imagination in character development; Analyzing and describing the physical, emotional and social dimension of characters; Creating and/or writing a monologue and/or scene; and Memorizing and presenting a scene and/or monologue from a published work. (SOL TI.3) EPT.1.3 The student will demonstrate acting skills and techniques, including vocal control, stage movement, script analysis, and rehearsal techniques representing selected styles by: Using gestures, blocking, pacing, and stage business; Making vocal and physical choices that represent characterization, conflict, and production style; Performing a fully rehearsed and memorized role; Incorporating suggestions from the director; Continuing to refine research skills for characterization and script/text interpretation; Using preparation and awareness activities to improve concentration, observation, imagination, and sensory memory; Researching and presenting solo and group performances; and Incorporating psychological, historical, and social dynamics derived from information suggested by the script. (SOL TII.3) TP.1.3 The student will learn how to analyze and justify design choices through in-depth script analysis. (SOL TIII.7.6) 14
IT.1.4 The student will understand and apply principles of technical theatre by: Defining types of stages and the terms used to delineate stage areas; Demonstrating knowledge of technical components of theatre: set, properties, lighting, sound, costuming, and make-up; EPT.1.4 The student will demonstrate movement skills; use of facial expression, posture, control of gesture, leading center, balance, poise, timing, and breath control. (SOL TIV.4) EPT.1.5 The student will make advanced vocal TP.1.4 The student will evaluate technical choices in formal and informal presentations. (SOL TII.6.6) TP.1.5 The student will use their prior theatrical knowledge to interpret, prepare, and present elements of technical theatre to Identifying the responsibilities of technical and physical choices that represent enhance a scene. (SOL TII.6.5) personnel, including designers, builders, and characterization, conflict and production style operators; building on prior knowledge. (SOL TII.3.2 and TP.1.6 The student will explore and Demonstrating theatre safety practices; and SOL TIV.3) demonstrate skills and principles of technical practicing ethical use of available technology theatre through effective communication and and resources. (SOL TI.4) application of safety procedures. (SOL TII.6.1 and SOL TIV.7.4) IT.1.5 The student will demonstrate vocal performance skills- articulation, projection, volume, pitch, tone, vocal placement, rhythm and dialect. (SOL TIV.3) IT.1.6 The student will write character analyses that include prior action, cultural background, objective, tactics, subtext, and consequences of action. (SOL TIV.2.3) IT.1.7 The student will explore and discuss principles of theatre management, administration, and the production process by: Identifying the functions of business management, including funding, publicity and house management; Identifying the duties of the director and stage manager in the production process; Explaining the role of the playwright; and Practicing ethical use of literary material. (SOL TI.5) EPT.1.6 The student will incorporate suggestions from the director as well as initiating artistic choices to enhance performance. (SOL TII.3.4 and SOL TIII.3.2) EPT.1.7 The student will exercise artistic discipline to achieve an ensemble in rehearsal and performance as well as listening to other actors and responding internally and externally. (SOL TIII.3.4 and SOL TIII.3.5) TP.1.7 The student will apply the components, functions and operations of technical theatre set design and properties. (SOL TII.6.2) 15
EPT.1.8 The student will create and strengthen trust through participation in theatre games and improvisations that: Demonstrate characterization and justify motivations; Develop narratives that express dramatic conflict; TP.1.8 The students will be introduced to a universal drafting vocabulary. TP.1.9 The student will demonstrate the principles of design by making a twodimensional study of a three-dimensional object using scale drawings, perspective Develop dialogue and listening skills to drawings, blueprints, or computer renderings express character relationships; and to design scenery, costumes and properties. Incorporate personal experiences in (SOL TIII.7.2) improvisational and play writing exercises. (SOL TII.4) EPT.1.9 The student will apply principles of directing by: Selecting scenes and participating in script analysis, casting, rehearsal, and staging; Utilizing principles of blocking; Communicating directorial choices, including pacing, mood, concept, and style; Employing ethical choices in script selection, editing, and presentation; and evaluating choices made in the directorial process. (SOL TII.5.1) EPT.1.10 The student will participate in cold reading selections for critique. EPT.1.11 The student will explore and demonstrate skills and principles of technical theatre by: Applying basic safety procedures; Applying the components, functions, and operations of technical theatre elements, including lighting, scenery, costuming, make-up, properties, and sound; Making a model of a three-dimensional form from design drawings; Offering solutions to technical theatre problems; 16 TP.1.10 The student will make a model of a three-dimensional form from design drawings. (SOL TII.6.3) TP.1.11 The student will build a scale model of a setting for a stage or film/video. (SOL TIII.7.3)
Interpreting, preparing, and presenting elements of technical theatre to enhance a scene; and Evaluating technical choices in formal and informal presentations. (SOL TII.6) TP.1.12 The student will apply the components, functions and operations of technical theatre costuming and makeup. (SOL TII.6.2) EPT.1.12 The student will explore principles of theatre management / administration and the production process by: Applying the components, functions, and relationships of theatre management, including box office, publicity/marketing, house, tickets, and concessions; Developing a schedule and organization plan for selected areas of theatre operation; and Applying the concepts of stage management. (SOL TII.7) EPT.1.13 The student will demonstrate skill in communicating concepts and information through the study of theatre by: Generating a variety of theatre experiences, using various resources, media materials, and available technology; and Researching current theatrical institutions and opportunities available in the community, commonwealth, and world. (SOL TII.8) EPT.1.14 The student will demonstrate the audition process. (SOL TIII.4.1) EPT.1.15 The student will research and select classical, modern, tragic and comic monologues by established playwrights. (SOL TIII.4) TP.1.13 The student will attain a basic understanding of costume and makeup design elements applicable to the stage. TP.1.14 The student will research historical time periods to execute appropriate costuming designs. TP.1.15 The student will explore various period and special effects makeup techniques. 17
EPT.1.16 The student will present memorized TP.1.16 The student will render character selections for critique. (SOL TIII.4) makeup plans for productions. EPT.1.17 The student will investigate basic film/video production, including camera techniques, appropriate terminology, screenplays, acting for the camera and editing process. (SOL TIII.5) EPT.1.18 The student will explore play writing by writing monologues, dialogues, scenes and short plays that exhibit unique character voices; use basic dramatic structure; develop an idea through action. (SOL TIII.6) EPT.1.19 The student will explore and then apply different acting approaches to pieces (e.g., monologues, scenes and plays). (SOL TIV.2.2) EPT.1.20 The student will continue to refine research skills for characterization and script/text interpretation in order to create and sustain multidimensional characters. (SOL TII.3.5 and SOL TIII.3.1) EPT.1.21 The student will write character analyses that include prior action, cultural background, objective, tactics, subtext, and consequences of action. (SOL TIV.2.3) EPT.1.22 The student will write script analyses that include historical and cultural context, through line, and intent of the playwright. (SOL TIV.2.4) TP.1.17 The student will apply the components, functions and operations of technical theatre lighting design. (SOL TII.6.2) TP.1.18 The student will identify various types of lighting equipment. TP.1.19 The student will attain a basic understanding of lighting principles. TP.1.20 The student will render lighting plots. (SOL TIII.7.4) TP.1.21 The student will learn the basic components of set construction TP.1.22 The student will identify and maintain all power and hand tools. TP.1.23 The student will utilize all available materials to constructs flats, platforms, or any necessary set pieces for production. TP.1.24 The student will explore various faux painting techniques as well as the care and maintenance of all painting materials. TP.1.25 The student will learn how to set up and strike a basic set for a theatrical production. TP.1.26 The student will apply the concepts of stage management. (SOL TII.7.3) TP.1.27 The student will create a prompt book noting. (SOL TIV.7.1) 18
TP.1.28 The student will assist the director in all areas of the production. (SOL TIV.7.2) TP.1.29 The student will apply the components, functions, and relationships of theatre management, including box office, publicity/marketing, house, tickets and concessions. (SOL TII.7.1) TP.1.30 The student will develop a schedule and organizational plan for selected area of theatre operation. (SOL TII.7.2) TP.1.31 The student will generate a variety of theatre experiences using various resources, media materials, and available technology. (SOL TII.8.1) TP.1.32 The student will research current theatrical institutions and opportunities available in the community, commonwealth and world. (SOL TII.8.2) TP.1.33 The student will create production and rehearsal schedules, contact sheets, and cue sheets. (SOL TIV.7.3) 19
Strand: Goals: CULTURAL CONTEXT AND THEATRE HISTORY The student will explore theatre experiences from various historic periods, styles, and cultures. The student will explore the origins of theatre as an art form. IT.1.1 The student will demonstrate how theatre is similar to and different from other literary genres and art forms. (SOL.TI.6) EPT.1.1 The student will explore and perform scenes from a variety of periods and styles in the history of the theatre. TP.1.1 The student will trace the development of production design throughout the history of the theatre. IT.1.2 The student will make connections between theatre and other curriculum areas. (SOL.TI.7) IT.1.3 The student will research and examine Western and non-western Theatre styles and periods. (SOL.TI.8.2) IT.1.4 The student will reflect on life in historical times, places and cultures by researching and applying cultural and historical information to artistic choices. (SOL.TI.8.1) IT.1.5 The student will demonstrate knowledge of theatrical institutions and opportunities available in the community and the commonwealth. (SOL.TI.8.3) EPT.1.2 The student will identify major stylistic movements and connections to historical periods, including classical, Renaissance, Elizabethan, modern and contemporary by describing and comparing universal characters, situations, themes and ideas in theatre. (SOL.TII.9.1) EPT.1.3 The student will identify, research, and analyze symbolism and cultural clues in dramatic texts. (SOL.TII.9.2) EPT.1.4 The student will compare the interpretive and expressive natures of various art forms in specific cultural or historical periods. (SOL.TII.11.2) EPT.1.5 The student will research multiple acting styles from a variety of historical periods by comparing and contrasting decorum, environments and manners as well as interpreting characters, situations, and themes. (SOL.TIII.8.1 and SOL.TIII.8.2) EPT.1.6 The student will use cultural and historical research to justify choices in directing and acting projects. (SOL.TIV.8) EPT.1.7 The student will research and describe historical production designs, techniques and performances from various cultures. (SOL.TII.9.3) 20 TP.1.2 The student will identify major stylistic movements and connections to historical periods, including classical, Renaissance, Elizabethan, modern and contemporary by describing and comparing universal characters, situations, themes and ideas in theatre. (SOL.TII.9.1) TP.1.3 The student will identify, research, and analyze symbolism and cultural clues in dramatic texts. (SOL.TII.9.2) TP.1.4 The student will research and describe historical production designs, techniques and performances from various cultures. (SOL.TII.9.3) TP.1.5 The student will trace the development of technical theatre by explaining the technical advances on theatre. (SOL.TII.10.1) TP.1.6 The student will trace the development of performance design by explaining the effects of technology. (SOL.TIII.9.1) TP.1.7 The student will analyze a variety of dramatic texts with reference to their historical and cultural contexts in order to determine their design requirements. (SOL.TIII.9.2)
EPT.1.8 The student will describe how theatre is similar to and different from other art forms, other fields of knowledge and literary genres by identifying characteristics and comparing the presentation of characters, environments, and actions in theatre and other art forms. (SOL.TII.11.1) TP.1.8 The student will make connections between theatre and other fields of knowledge. (SOL.TII.11.3) EPT.1.9 The student will make connections between theatre and other fields of knowledge. (SOL.TII.11.3) EPT.1.10 The student will compare and contrast theatre to film/video. TP.1.9 The student will compare and contrast theatre to film/video by listing the characteristics and production methods of each. (SOL.TIII.10.1) 21
Strand: Goals: JUDGMENT AND CRITICISM The student will develop critical skills to evaluate their own work and the work of others. The student will collaborate with peers to critique and provide constructive of class and theatrical performances using appropriate theatre vocabulary orally and in writing. IT.1.1 The student will give and integrate constructive criticism by developing and using appropriate theatre arts vocabulary. (SOL.TI.9.1) EPT.1.1 The student will give and receive constructive criticism. (SOL.TII.12.1) IT.1.2 The student will discuss performances, projects and plans. (SOL.TI.9.2) IT.1.3 The student will apply the concepts of evaluation to oral and written observations, including intent, structure, effectiveness and value. (SOL.TI.9.3) IT.1.4 The student will read, analyze, and respond to selected dramatic literature to identify the elements of dramatic literature, including plot, conflict, theme, character, and dialogue. (SOL.TI.10.1) IT.1.5 The student will identify the elements of dramatic literature, including plot, conflict, theme, character, and dialogue. (SOL.TI.10.1) IT.1.6 The student will develop and apply criteria to describe and evaluate dramatic literature. (SOL.TI.10.2) IT.1.7 The student will view and analyze live performances IT.1.8 The student will make informed responses by identifying the elements of a production. (SOL.TI.11.1) EPT.1.2 The student will discuss and critique performances, projects, plans or ideas objectively. (SOL.TII.12.1) EPT.1.3 The student will evaluate personal artistic choices and the artistic choices of others in informal and formal productions. (SOL.TII.12.2) EPT.1.4 The student will analyze and evaluate reviews and critiques of dramatic works. (SOL.TII.12.3) EPT.1.5 The student will attend and critique theatrical productions. (SOL.TII.12.4) EPT.1.6 The student will recognize that there will be a variety of responses by audience members. (SOL.TII.12.3) EPT.1.7 The student will describe, interpret and evaluate in oral and written form, the qualities of theatrical productions that affect the audience response, including director's interpretations, balanced production elements; actor's ability to sustain and project believable characters; and audience catharsis. (SOL.TIV.13.1) EPT.1.8 The student will read, analyze, and respond to selected dramatic literature. TP.1.1 The student will analyze how theatre is similar to and different from other literary genres and art forms by comparing theatre to film, video, novels, short stories, poetry, dance arts, music, and the visual arts. (SOL.TII.14.1) TP.1.2 The student will view various art forms and compare how common themes are expressed. (SOL.TII.14.2) TP.1.3 The student will discuss ways in which dance arts, music and the visual arts enhance theatrical presentations. (SOL.TII.14.3) TP.1.4 The student will use theatre, playwriting, acting and film/video vocabulary. (SOL.TIII.11) TP.1.5 The student will describe, interpret and evaluate in oral and written form, the qualities of theatrical productions that affect the audience response, including director's interpretations, balanced production elements; actor's ability to sustain and project believable characters; and audience catharsis. (SOL.TIV.13.1) 22
IT.1.9 The student will make informed responses by describing, analyzing, and evaluating artistic choices in dramatic presentations. (SOL.TI.11.2) EPT.1.9 The student will use an expanded theatre arts vocabulary and terminology. (SOL.TII.13.1) IT.1.10 The student will make informed responses by exhibiting considerate audience behavior at theatrical performances. (SOL.TI.11.3) EPT.1.10 The student will identify elements in dramatic literature, including structure, style, form, mood, language, spectacle, symbolism, genre, and setting. (SOL.TII.13.2) EPT.1.11 The student will demonstrate responses visually, orally, aurally, kinesthetically, or in writing. (SOL.TII.13.3) EPT.1.12 The student will apply dramatic themes to personal experiences or current events. (SOL.TII.13.4) EPT.1.13 The student will view and discuss various art forms. (SOL.TII.14.2 SOL. TII.14.1) EPT.1.14 The student will compare/contrast common themes of various art forms. (SOL.TII.14.2) EPT.1.15 The student will discuss ways in which dance arts, music and the visual arts enhance theatrical presentations. (SOL.TII.14.3) EPT.1.16 The student will use proper theatre, playwriting, acting and film/video vocabulary during discussion. (SOL.TIII.11) EPT.1.17 The student will compare and contrast narrative structure, acting styles, and production methods of theatre with those of film/video (SOL.TIII.14) EPT.1.18 The student will apply a critical methodology to playwriting by revising original student scripts. (SOL.TIII.13.1) 23
EPT.1.19 The student will explore the structure of the works of established playwrights in relation to student works. (SOL.TIII.13.2) 24
Strand: Goals: AESTHETICS The student will be able to make connections between theatre arts and other fields of knowledge. The student will demonstrate ability to apply aesthetic criteria for making artistic choices. The student will develop an appreciation for performing art productions in theatre, music, and dance. IT.1.1 The student will describe how theatrical activity can entertain, instruct, and interpret the human experience. (SOL.TI.12) IT.1.2 The student will describe the elements of a theatrical experience that evoke a personal aesthetic response and will describe the response, using appropriate theatre arts vocabulary. (SOL.TI.13) IT.1.3 The student will define aesthetics and discuss how it is reflected in theatre arts. (SOL.TI.14) IT.1.4 The student will discuss and analyze the purposes, values and meanings of theatrical works. (SOL.TI.15) IT.1.5 The student will discuss how personal experience, culture, and current events shape individual aesthetic experience. (SOL.TI.16) EPT.1.1 The student will describe personal responses to theatrical productions in terms of the qualities of the production as a whole. (SOL.TII.15) EPT.1.2 The student will respond to a variety of dramatic literature in terms of aesthetic philosophies of cultures, including classical, modern, Western, and non-western. (SOL.TII.16) EPT.1.3 The student will support aesthetic opinions by reasoned processes, using an expanded theatre arts vocabulary. (SOL.TII.17) EPT.1.4 The student will describe, refine, and organize personal ideas about the aesthetic qualities of a theatrical work. (SOL.TII.18) EPT.1.5 The student will research and investigate the intentions of those who created specific theatrical works. (SOL.TII.19) EPT.1.6 The student will research, compare and contrast the aesthetic ideals of two or more playwrights. (SOL.TIII.17) EPT.1.7 The student will develop and defend personal criteria. EPT.1.8 The student will develop and defend personal criteria in response to theatrical and film/video performances and production values. (SOL.TIII.15) 25 TP.1.1 The student will describe personal responses to theatrical productions in terms of the qualities of the production as a whole. (SOL.TII.15) TP.1.2 The student will respond to a variety of dramatic literature in terms of aesthetic philosophies of cultures, including classical, modern, Western, and non-western. (SOL.TII.16) TP.1.3 The student will support aesthetic opinions by reasoned processes, using an expanded theatre arts vocabulary. (SOL.TII.17) TP.1.4 The student will describe, refine, and organize personal ideas about the aesthetic qualities of a theatrical work. (SOL.TII.18) TP.1.5 The student will research and investigate the intentions of those who created specific theatrical works. (SOL.TII.19) TP.1.6 The student will develop and defend personal criteria. TP.1.7 The student will develop and defend personal criteria in response to theatrical and film/video performances and production values. (SOL.TIII.15) TP.1.8 The student will defend personal criteria in response to original theatrical
EPT.1.9 The student will defend personal criteria in response to original theatrical writings. (SOL.TIII.16) writings. (SOL.TIII.16) EPT.1.10 The student will defend multiple points of view regarding theatrical works. (SOL.TIII.18) EPT.1.11 The student will explain how personal criteria is applied to personal performance. (SOL.TIV.14) TP.1.9 The student will defend multiple points of view regarding theatrical works. (SOL.TIII.18) TP.1.10 The student will discuss in writing the application of personal criteria for making aesthetic judgments in theatrical works. (SOL.TIV.15) EPT.1.12 The student will discuss in writing the application of personal criteria for making aesthetic judgments in theatrical works. (SOL.TIV.15) TP.1.11 The student will justify personal perceptions of a director's vision of the playwright's intent. (SOL.TIV.17) EPT.1.13 The student will justify personal perceptions of a director's vision of the playwright's intent. SOL.TIV.17) 26