Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Theatre: Grade 8

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

        Imagine and explore multiple perspectives and solutions to blocking problems in a theatrical work.TH:Cr1.1.8.a

      2. b

        Imagine and explore solutions to design challenges of a performance space in a theatrical work.TH:Cr1.1.8.b

      3. c

        Develop a scripted or improvised character by articulating the character’s inner thoughts, objectives, and motivations in a theatrical work.TH:Cr1.1.8.c

  • 2

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.TH:Cr2

    1. 1

      DevelopTH:Cr2.1

      1. a

        Articulate and apply critical analysis, background knowledge, research, and historical and cultural context to the development of original ideas for a theatrical work.TH:Cr2.1.8.a

      2. b

        Share leadership and responsibilities to develop collaborative goals when preparing or devising theatrical work. TH:Cr2.1.8.b

  • 3

    Refine and complete artistic work.TH:Cr3

    1. 1

      RehearseTH:Cr3.1

      1. a

        Use repetition and analysis in order to revise devised or scripted theatrical work. TH:Cr3.1.8.a

      2. b

        Refine effective physical, vocal, and physiological traits of characters in an improvised or scripted theatrical work.TH:Cr3.1.8.b

      3. c

        Implement and refine a planned technical design using simple technology during the rehearsal process for devised or scripted theatrical work. TH:Cr3.1.8.c

PerformingTH:Pr

  • 4

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

    1. 1

      SelectTH:Pr4.1

      1. a

        Explore different pacing to better communicate the story in a theatrical work.TH:Pr4.1.8.a

      2. b

        Use various character objectives and tactics in a theatrical work to overcome an obstacle.TH:Pr4.1.8.b

  • 5

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

    1. 1

      PrepareTH:Pr5.1

      1. a

        Use a variety of acting techniques to increase skills in a rehearsal or theatrical performance. TH:Pr5.1.8.a

      2. b

        Use a variety of technical elements to create a design for a rehearsal or theatrical production.TH:Pr5.1.8.b

  • 6

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

    1. 1

      Share/PresentTH:Pr6.1

      1. a

        Perform a rehearsed theatrical work for an audience.TH:Pr6.1.8.a

RespondingTH:Re

  • 7

    Perceive and analyze artistic work.TH:Re7

    1. 1

      ReflectTH:Re7.1

      1. a

        Apply criteria to the evaluation of artistic choices in a theatrical work. 

  • 8

    Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.TH:Re8

    1. 1

      InterpretTH:Re8.1

      1. a

        Recognize and share artistic choices when participating in or observing a theatrical work.TH:Re8.1.8.a

      2. b

        Analyze how cultural perspectives influence the evaluation of a theatrical work. TH:Re8.1.8.b

      3. c

        Apply personal aesthetics, preferences, and beliefs to evaluate a theatrical work. TH:Re8.1.8.c

  • 9

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.TH:Re9

    1. 1

      EvaluateTH:Re9.1

      1. a

        Respond to a drama/ theatrical work using supporting evidence, personal aesthetics, and artistic criteria. TH:Re9.1.8.a

      2. b

        Apply the production elements used in a theatre work to assess aesthetic choices.TH:Re9.1.8.b

      3. c

        Assess the impact of a theatrical work on a specific audience.TH:Re9.1.8.c

ConnectingTH:Cn

  • 10

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

    1. 1

      EmpathizeTH:Cn10.1

      1. a

        Examine a community issue through multiple perspectives in a theatrical work. TH:Cn10.1.8.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

        Use different forms of theatre work to examine contemporary social, cultural, or global issues.TH:Cn11.1.8.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 the story elements of a staged theatre work and compare them to another production of the same work. TH:Cn12.1.8.a

      2. b

        Identify and use artifacts from a time period and place to develop performance and design choices in a theatrical work. TH:Cn12.1.8.b

Frequently asked questions

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

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