Theatre Arts I Course Documents THEATRE ARTS II
Theatre Arts II follows Theatre Arts I and is for students who wish to continue their exploration of theatre arts. It is a more detailed study of theatre vocabulary, reading and writing of theatre literature, acting, and technical theatre. The acting experience in Theatre Arts II furthers the exploration of the concepts of self, body and voice work, improvisation, acting techniques, and reading and writing. In addition, students analyze and critique work developed by themselves or other students, as well as that generated throughout history and in various cultures. This course develops students' knowledge base, expands their understanding of theatre, and begins the application of learning in forms of theatre and theatre-related media through informal and formal productions. Students continue to add to their portfolio or collection of their work and related activities to illustrate their growing comprehension of theatre arts.
Strands: Perceiving, Thinking, Comprehending, Applying, Integrating, Communicating, Creating, Analyzing, Critiquing, Performing
COMPETENCY GOAL 1: The learner will write based on personal experience and heritage, imagination, literature, and history. (National Standard 1)
Objectives
1.01 Read independently, analyze and understand two plays by different playwrights in different periods.
1.02 Understand and relate the form and structure of dramatic genre.
1.03 Evaluate plots and themes.
1.04 Understand and diagram plot structure including exposition, rising action, complication, climax, falling action and denouement.
1.05 Learn and convey the concept of the central dramatic question.
1.06 Compare and explore relationships among characters.
1.07 Analyze plays for physical, social, and psychological dimensions.
1.08 Distinguish connotative (subtext) and denotative meaning of language in a dramatic text.
1.09 Understand, discuss and/or write about the evolution of play structure from early Greek to contemporary drama.
1.10 Write a two-person scene.
1.11 Develop and record information, impressions and ideas in preparation for designing in technical theatre.
COMPETENCY GOAL 2: The learner will act by interacting in improvisations and assuming roles.(National Standard 2)
Objectives
(Self)
2.01 Identify ways to improve relationships as a person and as a performer.
(Body and Voice)
2.02 Understand and diagram the physiology of the body and vocal production.
2.03 Discern and demonstrate the relationship between the body and voice.
2.04 Utilize information learned as to how the vocal mechanism is used to project the voice and articulate speech.
2.05 Participate in a physical and vocal warm-up.
(Improvisation)
2.06 Use improvisation to retain spontaneity and ensemble.
2.07 Demonstrate and expand dramatic concepts through improvisations.
2.08 Use improvisation as an approach to scripted material.
(Acting)
2.09 Analyze text for character clues and objectives.
2.10 Demonstrate an understanding of the audition process.
2.11 After reading a play, memorize and perform a monologue from that play in an informal setting.
2.12 Create and follow a rehearsal schedule.
(Reading and Writing)
2.13 Use theatre vocabulary appropriate to Theatre Arts II.
2.14 Analyze self and others verbally and through keeping entries in a journal.
COMPETENCY GOAL 3: The learner will design and produce theatre by conceptualizing and realizing artistic interpretations for informal or formal productions. (National Standard 3)
Objectives
3.01 Understand, discuss and/or write about the components of technical theatre: scenery, costume, makeup, lighting, sound and props.
3.02 Know and employ appropriate safety precautions in accordance with established regulations for all technical theatre areas and equipment.
3.03 Learn and use the tools of theatre construction such as power tools, a sewing machine, lighting and sound equipment and other related items.
COMPETENCY GOAL 4: The learner will direct through planning and presenting informal or formal productions. (National Standard 4)
Objectives
4.01 Read, discuss and/or write about plays to gain an understanding of the role of the director in the production.
4.02 Understand, discuss and/or write about the process of rehearsal and production.
4.03 Differentiate between the roles of the director and assistant director.
4.04 Devise an organizational chart to demonstrate the structure and flow necessary to the development and presentation of a theatrical production.
COMPETENCY GOAL 5: The learner will research by finding information to support informal or formal productions. (National Standard 5)
Objectives
5.01 Attend a play and reflect on it verbally or through writing entries in a journal.
5.02 Develop a time line of theatre history with additional specifics regarding social context, playwrights and genres.
5.03 Experience, discuss and/or write about productions in different theatre spaces.
5.04 Investigate, discuss and/or write about plays from non-western theatre.
COMPETENCY GOAL 6: The learner will compare and integrate art forms by analyzing traditional theatre, dance, music, visual arts, and new art forms. (National Standard 6)
Objectives
6.01 Understand and relate how the fundamentals of different art forms relate to the study, process and production of theatre.
6.02 Understand and manifest the collaborative nature of theatre.
6.03 Write reviews of plays or other related art forms.
COMPETENCY GOAL 7: The learner will analyze, critique, and construct meaning from informal and formal theatre, film, television, and electronic media productions. (National Standard 7)
Objectives
7.01 Demonstrate giving and receiving constructive criticism.
7.02 Evaluate personal progress through the creation and use of a portfolio of theatre work.
7.03 Utilize video camera techniques for theatre projects or productions.
COMPETENCY GOAL 8: The learner will understand context by analyzing the role of theatre, film, television, and electronic media in the past and present. (National Standard 8)
Objectives
8.01 Demonstrate responsible behavior and social discipline through theatre and related media.
8.02 Understand, discuss and/or write about the roles of and careers in technical theatre and related areas.
8.03 Recognize and express that theatre and related areas play a role in the world of work as occupational opportunities.
8.04 Create an example of a professional resume.
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