Mindfulness & Wellness in the Drama Classroom

Language

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.CCRA.L.1 - Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.CCRA.L.2 - Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Reading: Literature

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.1 - Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

Language

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.1 - Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.2 - Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Historical & Global Connections

TH.912.H.3.4 - Create a routine of wellness and care for the actor's physical being as a performance instrument.

Skills, Techniques & Processes

TH.912.S.2.8 - Strengthen acting skills by engaging in theatre games and improvisations.

MS 117.213 LIII - Foundations: Inquiry and Understanding

B.1.B - explore preparation and warm-up techniques.

HS 117.315 LI - Creative Expression: performance

C.2.A - demonstrate safe use of the voice and body.

Speech Drama 10

2 - apply effective breathing techniques

Improvisation Drama 10

2 - demonstrate the ability to be still

3 - maintain concentration during exercises

4 - demonstrate heightened sensory awareness

5 - create experiences through imaging, visualizing and fantasizing

Acting Drama 20

1 - analyze a script for explicit character clues

Movement Drama 10

1 - display the ability to be still

2 - demonstrate understanding of basic anatomy

3 - recognize the necessity for physical warmups

4 - perform a physical warmup

5 - demonstrate effective breathing techniques

7 - display proper body alignment

8 - extend flexibility

9 - display increased ability to balance

Junior Orientation

demonstrate a willingness to take calculated and reasonable risks

focus concentration on one task at a time

generate imaginative and creative solutions to problems

listen effectively

meet deadlines and follow through on individual and group commitments

recognize the purposes of and participate in warmup activities

share ideas confidently with others

support positivity the work of others

work cooperatively and productively with all members of the class in pairs, small groups and large groups

Movement Level I - Beginning

15 - display increased balance and coordination

3 - use physical relaxation techniques effectively

4 - recognize the need for and demonstrate warmup activities

6 - use proper posture

Improvisation/Acting Level I - Beginning

3 - demonstrate the ability to be still

Junior Goal I Objectives

develop a positive self-image

develop self-confidence

develop self-discipline

develop the ability to interact effectively and constructively in a group process

strengthen powers of concentration

Theatre Studies Level III - Advanced (The script)

12 - analyze a script to identify character, setting and plot

Senior Goal I Objectives

apply imaginative and creative thought to problem-solving situations

develop a positive and realistic self-image

extend the ability to concentrate

extend understanding of, acceptance of and empathy for others

increase self-confidence

increase self-discipline

Orientation Drama 10

concentrate on the task at hand

listen to self and others

positively support the work of others

share ideas confidently

work with abstract concepts

Grades 9 & 10 - Reflecting, Responding and Analyzing - Connections Beyond the Classroom

B.3.2 - identify skills they have developed through drama activities and explain how they can be useful in work and other social contexts (e.g., explain in a journal how their brainstorming and negotiation skills support teamwork in a variety of contexts)

Grades 9 & 10 - Reflecting, Responding and Analyzing - Drama and Society

B.2.3 - describe ways in which different types of dramatic exploration and drama presentations contribute to the school and broader community (e.g., list school productions, community theatre, professional theatre, street theatre, children’s theatre, or school-spirit assemblies they have attended, and describe how they and the audience benefited from the experience)

Grades 9 & 10 - Creating and Presenting - The Creative Process

A.1.3 - use role play and characterization to explore personal and social issues (e.g., with a partner, create or assume a role that explores an issue such as bullying; create a scenario that reveals details about a character’s motivation)

Grade 11 - Foundations - Responsible Practices

C.3.1 - identify and follow safe and ethical practices in all drama activities

Grade 11 - Reflecting, Responding and Analyzing - Drama and Society

B.2.3 - identify ways in which drama can influence the broader community