Theatre: Grade 5

Creating

  • 1.

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work

    1. a.

      Identify physical qualities that reveal a character's inner traits in the imagined world of a theatrical work.

    2. b.

      Propose design ideas that support the story and given circumstances in a theatrical work.

    3. c.

      Depict how a character's inner thoughts impact the story and given circumstances in a theatrical work

  • 2.

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work

    1. a.

      Devise original ideas for a theatrical work that reflect collective inquiry about characters and their given circumstances.

    2. b.

      Participate in defined responsibilities required to present a theatrical work informally to peers.

  • 3.

    Refine and complete artistic work

    1. a.

      Discuss and revise an improvised or scripted theatrical work through repetition and self-reflection.

    2. b.

      Create technical elements that occur in rehearsal for a theatrical work. (e.g. lighting, sound, scenery, props, costumes, makeup, media).

    3. c.

      Identify effective physical and vocal traits of characters in an improvised or scripted theatrical work.

Performing

  • 4.

    Select, Analyze and Interpret artistic work for performance

    1. a.

      Describe the essential events in a story or script that make up the dramatic structure in a theatrical work.

    2. b.

      Experiment with various physical choices to communicate character in a theatrical work.

  • 5.

    Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation

    1. a.

      Participate in a variety of acting exercises and techniques.

    2. b.

      Articulate how technical elements are integrated into a theatrical work.

  • 6.

    Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work

    1. a.

      Use movement and gestures to communicate emotions in a guided theatrical experience (e.g. process drama, story drama, creative drama).

Responding

  • 7.

    Perceive and analyze artistic work

    1. b.

      List ways to develop characters using physical characteristics and design choices that reflect cultural perspectives in theatrical work.

  • 8.

    Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work

    1. a.

      Describe how to make choices based on personal experiences in a theatrical work.

    2. b.

      Describe how cultural perspectives influence theatrical work.

    3. c.

      Discuss and demonstrate the effects of emotions on posture, gesture, breathing, and vocal intonation in a theatrical work.

  • 9.

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work

    1. a.

      With specific criteria, evaluate a theatrical work.

    2. b.

      Assess how technical elements represent the theme of a theatrical work.

    3. c.

      Recognize how a character's circumstances impact an audience member's perspective in a theatrical work.

Connecting

  • 10.

    Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art

    1. a.

      Identify the ways a theatrical work reflects the perspectives of a community or culture.

    2. b.

      Investigate historical, global and social issues expressed in theatrical work.

  • 11.

    Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding

    1. a.

      Analyze commonalities and differences between stories set in different cultures in preparation for a theatrical work.

    2. b.

      Identify historical sources that explain theatrical terminology and conventions.

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 5
When were these standards adopted?
2015
Where can I read the official document?
Arizona Arts Standards: Theatre

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