Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Theatre: Grade 7

Other Indiana Fine Arts sets

CreatingTH:Cr

  • 1

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.TH:Cr1

    1. 1

      Envision/ConceptualizeTH:Cr1.1

      1. a

        Investigate multiple perspectives and solutions to blocking challenges in a theatrical work.TH:Cr1.1.7.a

      2. b

        Explain and present solutions to design challenges in a theatrical work.TH:Cr1.1.7.b

      3. c

        Envision and describe a scripted or improvised character’s inner thoughts and objectives in a theatrical work.TH:Cr1.1.7.c

  • 2

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.TH:Cr2

    1. 1

      DevelopTH:Cr2.1

      1. a

        Examine and justify original ideas and artistic choices in a theatrical work based on critical analysis, background knowledge, and historical and cultural context. TH:Cr2.1.7.a

      2. b

        Demonstrate mutual respect for self and others and their roles in preparing or devising theatrical work.TH:Cr2.1.7.b

  • 3

    Refine and complete artistic work.TH:Cr3

    1. 1

      RehearseTH:Cr3.1

      1. a

        Demonstrate focus and concentration in the rehearsal process to analyze and refine choices in a devised or scripted theatrical work. TH:Cr3.1.7.a

      2. b

        Develop effective physical and vocal traits of characters in an improvised or scripted theatrical work.TH:Cr3.1.7.b

      3. c

        Consider multiple planned technical design elements during the rehearsal process for a devised or scripted theatrical work. TH:Cr3.1.7.c

PerformingTH:Pr

  • 4

    Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation.TH:Pr4

    1. 1

      SelectTH:Pr4.1

      1. a

        Consider various blocking and technical choices to enhance the story in a theatrical work. TH:Pr4.1.7.a

      2. b

        Use various character objectives in a theatrical work.TH:Pr4.1.7.b

  • 5

    Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.TH:Pr5

    1. 1

      PrepareTH:Pr5.1

      1. a

        Participate in a variety of acting exercises and techniques that can be applied in a rehearsal or theatrical performance.TH:Pr5.1.7.a

      2. b

        Choose a variety of technical elements that can be applied to a design in a theatrical work.TH:Pr5.1.7.b

  • 6

    Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.TH:Pr6

    1. 1

      Share/PresentTH:Pr6.1

      1. a

        Participate in rehearsals for a theatrical work that will be shared with an audience. TH:Pr6.1.7.a

RespondingTH:Re

  • 7

    Perceive and analyze artistic work.TH:Re7

    1. 1

      ReflectTH:Re7.1

      1. a

        Compare recorded personal and peer reactions to artistic choices in a theatrical work. 

  • 8

    Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.TH:Re8

    1. 1

      InterpretTH:Re8.1

      1. a

        Identify the artistic choices made based on personal experience in a theatrical work. TH:Re8.1.7.a

      2. b

        Describe how cultural perspectives can influence the evaluation of theatrical work. TH:Re8.1.7.b

      3. c

        Interpret how the use of personal aesthetics, preferences, and beliefs can be used to discuss a theatrical work. TH:Re8.1.7.c

  • 9

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.TH:Re9

    1. 1

      EvaluateTH:Re9.1

      1. a

        Explain preferences using supporting evidence and criteria to evaluate theatrical work. v

      2. b

        Consider the aesthetics of the production elements in a theatrical work.TH:Re9.1.7.b

      3. c

        Identify how the intended purpose of a theatrical work appeals to a specific audience. TH:Re9.1.7.c

ConnectingTH:Cn

  • 10

    Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art.TH:Cn10

    1. 1

      EmpathizeTH:Cn10.1

      1. a

        Incorporate multiple perspectives and diverse community ideas in a theatrical work. TH:Cn10.1.7.a

  • 11

    Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding.TH:Cn11

    1. 1

      InterrelateTH:Cn11.1

      1. a

        Incorporate music, dance, art, and/or media to strengthen the meaning and conflict in a theatre work with a particular cultural, global, or historic context. TH:Cn11.1.7.a

  • 12

    Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding.TH:Cn12

    1. 1

      ResearchTH:Cn12.1

      1. a

        Research and discuss how a playwright might have intended a theatre work to be produced.TH:Cn12.1.7.a

      2. b

        Examine artifacts from a time period and geographic location to better understand performance and design choices in a theatrical work. TH:Cn12.1.7.b

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 7
Where can I read the official document?
2023 Indiana Academic Standards: Grades 6-8 Theatre

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