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Drama and Theatre Arts: Grade 8

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CreateDT.8.1

  • 1

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.DT.8.1.1

    1. a

      Imagine and explore multiple perspectives and solutions to staging problems in a drama/theatre work.DT.8.1.1.a

    2. b

      Imagine and explore possible solutions to design challenges of a performance space in a drama/theatre work.DT.8.1.1.b

    3. c

      Develop a scripted or improvised character by articulating the character’s inner thoughts, objectives, and motivations in a drama/theatre work. DT.8.1.1.c

  • 2

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.DT.8.1.2

    1. a

      Articulate and apply background knowledge, research, historical, and cultural context to the development of original ideas for a drama/theatre work. DT.8.1.2.a

    2. b

      Share leadership and responsibilities to develop collaborative goals when preparing or devising drama/theatre work.DT.8.1.2.b

  • 3

    Connect artistic ideas to personal experience and varied perspectives.DT.8.1.3

    1. a

      Examine and analyze community issue through multiple perspectives in a drama/theatre work.DT.8.1.3.a

    2. b

      Identify and use research and design choices in a drama/theatre work to enhance the work.DT.8.1.3.b

  • 4

    Refine towards completion of artistic work.DT.8.1.4

    1. a

      Use repetition and analysis in order to revise devised or scripted drama/theatre work.DT.8.1.4.a

    2. b

      Refine effective physical, vocal, and physiological traits of characters in an improvised or scripted drama/theatre work.DT.8.1.4.b

    3. c

      Implement and refine a planned technical design using simple technology during the rehearsal process for devised or scripted drama/theatre work. DT.8.1.4.c

PerformDT.8.2

  • 1

    Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation.DT.8.2.1

    1. a

      Explore different pacing to better communicate the story in a drama/theatre work.DT.8.2.1.a

    2. b

      Apply and justify various character objectives and tactics in a drama/theatre work to overcome an obstacle. DT.8.2.1.b

  • 2

    Develop and refine artistic techniques, choices, and work for presentation.DT.8.2.2

    1. a

      Develop a variety of acting techniques to increase skills in a rehearsal or drama/theatre performance.DT.8.2.2.a

    2. b

      Implement a variety of technical elements to create a design for a rehearsal or drama/theater production. DT.8.2.2.b

  • 3

    Connect artistic work with audience, community, and ensemble.DT.8.2.3

    1. a

      Identify universal themes or common social issues and express them through a drama/theatre work.DT.8.2.3.a

  • 4

    Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.DT.8.2.4

    1. a

      Perform/present a rehearsed/designed drama/theatre work for an audience.DT.8.2.4.a

Critically RespondDT.8.3

  • 1

    Perceive and analyze artistic work.DT.8.3.1

    1. a

      Apply criteria to analyze artistic choices in a drama/theatre work.DT.8.3.1.a

  • 2

    Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.DT.8.3.2

    1. a

      Summarize and share artistic choices when participating in or observing a drama/theatre work.DT.8.3.2.a

    2. b

      Analyze how cultural perspectives influence the evaluation of a drama/theatre work.DT.8.3.2.b

    3. c

      Apply personal aesthetics, preferences, and beliefs to evaluate a drama/theatre work.DT.8.3.2.c

  • 3

    Connect artistic experiences to our world; past, present, and future.DT.8.3.3

    1. a

      Research and discuss the playwright’s intent for a drama/theatre work.DT.8.3.3.a

  • 4

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.DT.8.3.4

    1. a

      Critique a drama/theatre work using supporting evidence, personal aesthetics, and artistic criteria.DT.8.3.4.a

    2. b

      Analyze the production elements used in a drama/theatre work to assess aesthetic choices.DT.8.3.4.b

    3. c

      Assess the impact of a drama/theatre work on a specific audience.DT.8.3.4.c

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