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K–12 Standards

Stagecraft

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RECOGNIZE STAGECRAFT FUNDAMENTALS THAT MAKE A PRODUCTION SUCCESSFUL 1.0

  • 1.1

    Identify the technical aspects of theatrical production (e.g., constructing and rigging scenery; hanging and focusing of lighting; design and procurement of costumes; make-up; stage management; audio engineering; and procurement of props)1.1

  • 1.2

    Describe the production process in terms of strategies, implementation, and execution1.2

  • 1.3

    Identify the technical roles and their responsibilities to the production process1.3

  • 1.4

    Explain the relationship between a design and planning and executing a production to its fruition1.4

  • 1.5

    Communicate using technical production terminology1.5

APPLY ESSENTIAL PRODUCTION AND CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES RELATIVE TO SCENERY2.0

  • 2.1

    Practice shop and safety procedures (i.e., cleaning, maintaining equipment, storage of materials, etc.)2.1

  • 2.2

    Explain production design documentation as it applies to scenery2.2

  • 2.3

    Select specific construction materials, techniques, tools, and hardware as necessary for the task2.3

  • 2.4

    Select appropriate scenic painting techniques and supplies2.4

  • 2.5

    Apply fundamental scenic painting techniques (i.e., thinning paint, scumbling, spattering, etc.)2.5

  • 2.6

    Maintain proper care of tools and supplies2.6

DEMONSTRATE BASIC PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES RELATIVE TO COSTUMES3.0

  • 3.1

    Practice shop and safety protocols as they apply to fitting and adjusting costumes (i.e., sewing, ironing, etc.)3.1

  • 3.2

    Explain production design documentation as it applies to costumes3.2

  • 3.3

    Interpret a pre-made pattern to construct a costume3.3

  • 3.4

    Identify costume construction materials, tools, and hardware3.4

  • 3.5

    Apply appropriate construction techniques based on the type of fabric3.5

  • 3.6

    Organize quick changes, costume repairs, and general maintenance through the run of a show3.6

DEMONSTRATE BASIC PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES RELATIVE TO MAKEUP4.0

  • 4.1

    Practice shop safety and health protocols as they apply to the application and removal of makeup (i.e., hygiene for hands and makeup supplies, personal makeup, care of makeup, etc.)4.1

  • 4.2

    Explain production design documentation as it applies to makeup4.2

  • 4.3

    Select appropriate makeup materials, tools, and equipment4.3

  • 4.4

    Select makeup choices appropriate to the character(s) in the production (i.e., foundation, lipstick, blush, eyeshadow, etc.)4.4

DEMONSTRATE BASIC PRODUCTION, CONSTRUCTION, AND ACQUISITION RELATIVE TO PROPERTIES5.0

  • 5.1

    Practice shop safety and personal protocols as they apply to production construction and acquisition5.1

  • 5.2

    Explain production design documentation as it applies to properties5.2

  • 5.3

    Select construction materials, techniques, tools, and hardware as needed5.3

  • 5.4

    Organize and maintain properties table for the run of a show5.4

 DEMONSTRATE SAFE RIGGING PRACTICES6.0

  • 6.1

    Practice all rigging and safety protocols (i.e., restricted access, signage, proper training, etc.)6.1

  • 6.2

    Demonstrate proficiency in clove-hitch, bowline, half-hitch, and snub knots6.2

  • 6.3

    Identify all types of counterweight systems (i.e., single- and double-purchase theatrical rigging systems)6.3

  • 6.4

    Distinguish between motorized rigging systems (e.g., packaged hoists, line shafts, and chain motors)6.4

  • 6.5

    Identify appropriate rigging hardware6.5

CHARACTERIZE TYPES OF SOFT GOODS EMPLOYED BY THEATERS7.0

  • 7.1

    Practice safety and personal protocols as they apply to soft goods7.1

  • 7.2

    Appraise fundamental types of soft goods (e.g., legs, borders, scrims, drops, cyclorama, and traveler)7.2

  • 7.3

    Apply appropriate handling, hanging, and folding techniques for drapes7.3

DEMONSTRATE PRODUCTION LIGHTING TECHNIQUES8.0

  • 8.1

    Practice appropriate safety lighting protocols including electrical, rigging, etc.8.1

  • 8.2

    Apply Ohm’s law8.2

  • 8.3

    Identify lighting instruments and their uses (i.e., PAR, Strip, Scoop, House lights, Work lights, etc.)8.3

  • 8.4

    Recognize major lighting protocols (i.e., DMX512, sACN, Art-Net, etc.)8.4

  • 8.5

    Maintain conventional lighting equipment (i.e., Fresnel, Ellipsoidal, PAR, etc.)8.5

  • 8.6

    Apply the fundamentals of lighting board operation and addressing8.6

  • 8.7

    Explain lighting plot design documentation as it applies to lighting8.7

  • 8.8

    Hang and focus lighting instruments including cabling8.8

  • 8.9

    Identify basic lighting accessories (i.e., barn doors, irises, top hats, gel frames, gobo, etc.)8.9

DEMONSTRATE BASIC PRODUCTION AUDIO TECHNIQUES9.0

  • 9.1

    Employ safety protocols including electrical, rigging, etc.9.1

  • 9.2

    Distinguish among microphones, speakers, amplifiers, and peripherals9.2

  • 9.3

    Operate an audio system (i.e., console, cabling connection, signal flow, etc.)9.3

  • 9.4

    Interpret production documentation as it applies to audio 9.4

  • 9.5

    Utilize playback software9.5

 PERFORM TASKS NECESSARY TO SUPPORT THE PRODUCTION10.0

  • 10.1

    Demonstrate stage safety protocols10.1

  • 10.2

    Operate various stage mechanics (i.e., rigging, turntables, hydraulics, etc.)10.2

  • 10.3

    Load-in and strike production elements on stage10.3

  • 10.4

    Establish and use proper backstage decorum10.4

  • 10.5

    Implement the care and upkeep of the performance space and work areas10.5

PRACTICE MARKETABLE PROFESSIONAL SKILLS11.0

  • 11.1

    Exhibit computer literacy as related to technical production reports11.1

  • 11.2

    Develop a technical production portfolio and résumé11.2

  • 11.3

    Assemble a toolkit with essential hardware (i.e., crescent wrench, box cutter, meters, screwdrivers, pliers, etc.)11.3

  • 11.4

    Identify social networks to appropriately further your career11.4

  • 11.5

    Characterize the role of unions and professional affiliations as they relate to theater and related industries11.5

  • 11.6

    Acquire job, internship, and higher/continuing education opportunities including scholarships in technical production11.6

EMPLOY SAFE PRACTICES AND PERSONAL PROTECTION12.0

  • 12.1

    Use personal protective equipment (PPE) for the task12.1

  • 12.2

    Inspect ladders at frequent intervals for safety 12.2

  • 12.3

    Follow safe practice codes of fall protection for heights above 7.5 feet.12.3

  • 12.4

    Identify key components within the SDS12.4

  • 12.5

    Recognize risk associated with production (i.e., set construction, special effects, electrics, etc.)12.5

  • 12.6

    Demonstrate safe handling and storage of materials12.6

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Arizona Department of Education

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