Theatre Arts III: Intermediate Acting and Playwriting

Creative Process

  • 1

    The student will demonstrate playwriting.TIII.1

    1. a

      Conceive a theme to convey a message.TIII.1.a

    2. b

      Construct a dramatic plot structure. TIII.1.b

    3. c

      Develop a central conflict.TIII.1.c

    4. d

      Develop an idea through action.TIII.1.d

    5. e

      Portray unique, multidimensional characters.TIII.1.e

  • 2

    The student will apply the creative process for theatre.TIII.2

    1. b

      Create and maintain a theatre portfolio of growth and learning. TIII.2.b

    2. a

      Use self-evaluation and constructive criticism to develop and refine theatrical works.TIII.2.a

Critical Thinking and Communication

  • 3

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

    1. a

      Critique acting styles of theatrical productions, using theatre arts vocabulary.TIII.3.a

    2. b

      Compare and contrast the components of the works of established playwrights to those found in student works.TIII.3.b

    3. c

      Critique theatrical designs by evaluating projects, plans, or ideas.TIII.3.c

  • 4

    The student will justify multiple points of view regarding the interpretation of theatrical works.TIII.4

  • 5

    The student will exhibit collaboration skills for theatre productions and processes.TIII.5

History, Culture, and Citizenship

  • 6

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

    1. a

      Analyze cultural and historical influences of theatrical works. TIII.6.a

    2. b

      Examine acting styles from a variety of historical periods.  TIII.6.b

    3. c

      Trace the development of theatre design and performance.TIII.6.c

  • 7

    The student will identify and examine opportunities for arts advocacy in the community. TIII.7

  • 8

    The student will justify legal and ethical choices in the use of technology and intellectual property.TIII.8

Innovation in the Arts

  • 9

    The student will make career and college connections to theatre. TIII.9

    1. a

      Analyze and explore a specific pathway to becoming a theatre professional.TIII.9.a

    2. b

      Investigate components of a theatre portfolio for professional opportunities.TIII.9.b

  • 10

    The student will investigate tools and techniques for contemporary media production, including camera techniques, film terminology, acting for the camera, creating screenplays, and the editing process.TIII.10

  • 11

    The student will identify and cultivate cross-curricular connections with theatre.TIII.11

Technique and Application

  • 12

    The student will integrate acting skills and techniques involving voice and movement.TIII.12

    1. a

      Initiate artistic choices to enhance performance, characterizations, dialogue, and action.TIII.12.a

    2. b

      Create and sustain multidimensional characters.TIII.12.b

  • 13

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

    1. a

      Analyze scripts to develop artistic choices. TIII.13.a

    2. b

      Identify and apply acting techniques and methods for the portrayal of a character.TIII.13.b

    3. c

      Select and present material for audition and critique.TIII.13.c

  • 14

    The student will apply skills and concepts for theatre performance.  TIII.14

    1. a

      Incorporate constructive criticism and self-assessment to refine individual and ensemble performances.TIII.14.a

    2. b

      Create and revise blocking in various performance spaces to enhance performance.  TIII.14.b

  • 15

    The student will identify leadership and production team roles for a variety of production types.TIII.15

  • 16

    The student will demonstrate the application of theatre design.TIII.16

    1. a

      Follow safety procedures.TIII.16.a

    2. b

      Render lighting plots, sound plots, properties, makeup, and/or costume plates for a stage or contemporary media production.TIII.16.b

    3. c

      Design scenery, costumes, and/or properties.TIII.16.c

    4. d

      Implement solutions to technical problems.TIII.16.d

    5. e

      Analyze and justify design choices.TIII.16.e

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