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Grade 8

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Creating

  • 1

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.TH:Cr1.8

    1.  

      Envision/Conceptualize

      1. a

        Imagine and explore multiple perspectives and solutions to staging problems in a drama/ theatre work.TH:Cr1.a.8

      2. b

        Imagine and explore solutions to design challenges of a performance space in a drama/theatre work.TH:Cr1.b.8

      3. c

        Develop a scripted or improvised character by articulating the character’s inner thoughts, objectives, and motivations in a drama/theatre work.TH:Cr1.c.8

  • 2

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work. TH:Cr2.8

    1.  

      Develop

      1. a

        Articulate and apply critical analysis, background knowledge, research, and historical and cultural context to the development of original ideas for a drama/theatre work. TH:Cr2.a.8

      2. b

        Share leadership and responsibilities to develop collaborative goals when preparing or devising drama/theatre work.TH:Cr2.b.8

  • 3

     Refine and complete artistic work. TH:Cr3.8

    1.  

      Rehearse

      1. a

        Use repetition and analysis in order to revise devised or scripted drama/theatre work.TH:Cr3.a.8

      2. b

        Refine effective physical, vocal, and physiological traits of characters in an improvised or scripted drama/ theatre work. TH:Cr3.b.8

      3. c

        Implement and refine a planned technical design using simple technology during the rehearsal process for devised or scripted drama/ theatre work. TH:Cr3.c.8

Performing

  • 4

    Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation.
TH:Pr4.8

    1.  

      Select

      1. a

        Explore different pacing to better communicate the story in a drama/theatre work.TH:Pr4.a.8

      2. b

        Use various character objectives and tactics in a drama/theatre work to overcome an obstacle. TH:Pr4.b.8

  • 5

    Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation. TH:Pr5.8

    1.  

      Prepare

      1. a

        Use a variety of acting techniques to increase skills in a rehearsal or drama/theatre performance. TH:Pr5.a.8

      2. b

        Use a variety of technical elements to create a design for a rehearsal or drama/theatre production. TH:Pr5.b.8

  • 6

    Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.
 TH:Pr6.8

    1.  

      Share, Present

      1. a

        Perform a rehearsed drama/theatre work for an audience. TH:Pr6.a.8

Responding

  • 7

    Perceive and analyze artistic workTH:Re7.8

    1.  

      Reflect

      1. a

        Apply criteria to the evaluation of artistic choices in a drama/theatre work.TH:Re7.a.8

  • 8

    Interpret intent and meaning in artistic workTH:Re8.8

    1.  

      Interpret

      1. a

        Recognize and share artistic choices when participating in or observing a drama/theatre work.TH:Re8.a.8

      2. b

        Analyze how cultural perspectives influence the evaluation of a drama/theatre work.TH:Re8.b.8

      3. c

        Apply personal aesthetics, preferences, and beliefs to evaluate a drama/theatre work.TH:Re8.c.8

  • 9

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.TH:Re9.8

    1.  

      Evaluate

      1. a

        Respond to a drama/ theatre work using supporting evidence, personal aesthetics, and artistic criteria.TH:Re9.a.8

      2. b

        Apply the production elements used in a drama/theatre work to assess aesthetic choices.TH:Re9.b.8

      3. c

        Assess the impact of a drama/theatre work on a specific audience.TH:Re9.c.8

Connecting

  • 10

    Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art. TH:Cn10.8

    1.  

      Empathize

      1. a

        Examine a community issue through multiple perspectives in a drama/theatre work.TH:Cn10.a.8

  • 11

    Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding TH:Cn11.8

    1.  

      Interrelate

      1. a

        Use different forms of drama/theatre work to examine contemporary social, cultural, or global issues.TH:Cn11.1.a.8

    2.  

      Research

      1. a

        Research the story elements of a staged drama/theatre work and compare them to another production of the same work. TH:Cn11.2.a.8

      2.  b

        Identify and use artifacts from a time period and place to develop performance and design choices in a drama/theatre work.TH:Cn11.2.b.8

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 8
Where can I read the official document?
Theatre at a Glance

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