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K–12 Standards

Theatre Arts I: Introduction to Theatre

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Creative Process

  • 1

    The student will create and write a monologue and/or scene.TI.1

  • 2

    The student will apply a creative process for theatre.TI.2

    1. a

      Develop ideas individually and collaboratively.TI.2.a

    2. b

      Use self-evaluation as a tool for growth as a theatre artist.TI.2.b

    3. c

      Document inquiry, research, and ideas for theatre.TI.2.c

Critical Thinking and Communication

  • 3

    The student will analyze, interpret, and evaluate theatre.TI.3

    1. a

      Define theatre and support that definition, using theatre arts vocabulary.TI.3.a

    2. b

      Identify elements of character, conflict, setting, plot, theme, and dialogue in dramatic literature and examine the purpose and meaning of each element.TI.3.b

    3. c

      Develop and apply evaluative criteria.TI.3.c

    4. d

      Make observations about theatrical performances, projects, and plans, using theatre arts vocabulary.TI.3.d

    5. e

      Identify elements of production (e.g. acting, directing, design) of live performances.TI.3.e

    6. f

      Describe, analyze, and evaluate artistic choices.TI.3.f

  • 4

    The student will examine, formulate, and justify personal responses to theatre.TI.4

    1. a

      Describe a personal response to a theatrical experience using theatre arts vocabulary.TI.4.a

    2. b

      Describe how personal experience, culture, and current events shape responses to theatre performances.TI.4.b

    3. c

      Describe how theatrical works can entertain, inform, and interpret the human experience.TI.4.c

  • 5

    The student will apply communication and collaboration skills for theatre experiences.TI.5

    1. a

      Explore theatre as an individual and ensemble art form through group interaction.TI.5.a

    2. b

      Identify communication strategies.TI.5.b

    3. c

      Propose and select alternatives to solve problems while building ensemble.TI.5.c

    4. d

      Create and strengthen trust and expand listening skills through theatre games and improvisations.TI.5.d

History, Culture, and Citizenship

  • 6

    The student will explore historical and cultural aspects of theatrical works.TI.6

    1. a

      Identify how theatre, television, film, and/or contemporary media reflect the culture in which they are created.TI.6.a

    2. b

      Research historical and cultural information about theatre in other time periods and places.TI.6.b

    3. c

      Examine non-Western traditions in theatre.  TI.6.c

  • 7

    The student will identify ways to engage the school community in school theatre performances and activities.  TI.7

  • 8

    The student will identify and apply digital citizenship as it relates to research, performance, and production of theatrical works.TI.8

Innovation in the Arts

  • 9

    The student will analyze and discuss professional pathways for theatre careers.TI.9

  • 10

    The student will identify and explore technological developments and contemporary media in theatre performance and production.TI.10

  • 11

    The student will analyze how music, visual art, and dance arts enhance performances.TI.11

Technique and Application

  • 12

    The student will refine physical and vocal techniques for theatre performance.TI.12

    1. a

      Create and maintain character traits with body and voice.  TI.12.a

    2. b

      Employ diction and projection so words can be heard and understood by an audience.TI.12.b

  • 13

    The student will demonstrate techniques for actor preparation.TI.13

    1. a

      Analyze scripts to develop the physical, emotional, and social dimensions of characters.TI.13.a

    2. b

      Employ voice, body, and imagination in role playing.TI.13.b

    3. c

      Present a memorized monologue and/or scene from a published work.TI.13.c

    4. d

      Investigate and apply audition techniques.TI.13.d

  • 14

    The student will demonstrate theatrical direction, including blocking and staging a scene.TI.14

  • 15

    The student will understand roles and relationships for theatre production.TI.15

    1. a

      Identify and discuss effective artistic leadership.TI.15.a

    2. b

      Identify and demonstrate a variety of roles and responsibilities of a production team during performance.TI.15.b

    3. c

      Examine and explain the principles of theatre management.TI.15.c

  • 16

    The student will apply principles of technical theatre.TI.16

    1. a

      Differentiate among components of technical theatre.TI.16.a

    2. b

      Identify responsibilities of designers and technicians.TI.16.b

    3. c

      Demonstrate theatre safety practices.TI.16.c

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Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12

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