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K–12 Standards

Drama and Theatre Arts: High School - Fundamental Pathway

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CreateDT.H1.1

  • 1

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.DT.H1.1.1

    1. a

      Apply basic research to construct ideas about the visual composition of a drama/theatre work.DT.H1.1.1.a

    2. b

      Explore the impact of technology on design choices in a drama/theatre work.DT.H1.1.1.b

    3. c

      Generate ideas about a character that are believable and authentic using script analysis.DT.H1.1.1.c

  • 2

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.DT.H1.1.2

    1. a

      Explore the function of history and culture in the development of a dramatic concept through a critical analysis of original ideas in a drama/theatre work.DT.H1.1.2.a

    2. b

      Investigate the collaborative nature of the actor, director, playwright, and designers to explore their interdependent roles in a drama/theatre work.DT.H1.1.2.b

  • 3

    Connect artistic ideas to personal experience and varied perspectives.DT.H1.1.3

    1. a

      Investigate how cultural perspectives, community ideas, and personal beliefs impact a drama/theatre work. DT.H1.1.3.a

    2. b

      Explore how personal, cultural, global, and historic belief systems affect creative choices in a drama/theatre work. DT.H1.1.3.b

  • 4

    Refine towards completion of artistic work.DT.H1.1.4

    1. a

      Practice and revise a devised or scripted drama/theatre work using theatrical staging conventions.DT.H1.1.4.a

    2. b

      Explore physical, vocal, and physiological choices to develop a performance that is believable, authentic, and relevant to a drama/theatre work.DT.H1.1.4.b

    3. c

      Refine technical design choices to support the story and emotional impact of a devised or scripted drama/theatre work. DT.H1.1.4.c

PerformDT.H1.2

  • 1

    Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation.DT.H1.2.1

    1. a

      Examine how character relationships assist in telling the story of a drama/theatre work.DT.H1.2.1.a

    2. b

      Shape artistic choices using given circumstances in a drama/theatre work.DT.H1.2.1.b

  • 2

    Develop and refine artistic techniques, choices, and work for presentation. DT.H1.2.2

    1. a

      Practice various acting techniques to expand skills in a rehearsal or drama/theatre performance.DT.H1.2.2.a

    2. b

      Use research and script analysis to discover the impact design has for a drama/theatre production.DT.H1.2.2.b

  • 3

    Connect artistic work with audience, community, and ensemble.DT.H1.2.3

    1. a

      Apply creative processes to tell stories in a scripted drama/theatre work to connect with audience, community, and ensemble. DT.H1.2.3.a

  • 4

    Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.DT.H1.2.4

    1. a

      Perform/present a scripted drama/theatre work for a specific audience.DT.H1.2.4.a

Critically RespondDT.H1.3

  • 1

    Perceive and analyze artistic work.DT.H1.3.1

    1. a

      Respond to what is seen, felt, and heard in a drama/theatre work to develop criteria for artistic choices.DT.H1.3.1.a

  • 2

    Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.DT.H1.3.2

    1. a

      Analyze and compare artistic choices developed from personal experiences in multiple drama/theatre works.DT.H1.3.2.a

    2. b

      Identify and compare cultural perspectives and contexts that may influence the evaluation of a drama/theatre work.DT.H1.3.2.b

    3. c

      Justify personal aesthetics, preferences, and beliefs through participation in and observation of a drama/theatre work.DT.H1.3.2.c

  • 3

    Connect artistic experiences to our world; past, present, and future. DT.H1.3.3

    1. a

      Implement fundamental theatre research methods to better understand the social and cultural background of a drama/theatre work.DT.H1.3.3.a

    2. b

      Connect drama/theatre knowledge, skills, training, and self-discipline needed to pursue career and technical opportunities in theatre to personal skills and goals.DT.H1.3.3.b

  • 4

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.DT.H1.3.4

    1. a

      Examine a drama/theatre work using supporting evidence and criteria, while considering art forms, history, culture, and other disciplines.DT.H1.3.4.a

    2. b

      Evaluate the aesthetics of the production elements in a drama/theatre work.DT.H1.3.4.b

    3. c

      Adapt a drama/theatre work to impact a specific audience.DT.H1.3.4.c

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