Instructor Matt Webster believes that Story Theatre is one of the most creative, most imaginative, most unique forms of theatre ever to make its way to the stage. His course introduces the style of theatre called story theatre, explores the steps needed to choose the best stories to perform, explains how to adapt a story into a script, and demonstrates a variety of story theatre styles from simple and contained to complex and crazy and everything in between.
When you are finished with this course, you’ll be able to bring nearly any story to any stage and present it to any audience. That is the power and promise of story theatre. Learn how to bring the page to the stage.
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TH:Cr1.1.6.a - Identify possible solutions to staging challenges in a drama/theatre work.
TH:Pr4.1.7.a - Consider various staging choices to enhance the story in a drama/theatre work.
6.TH:Cr1.a - Identify possible solutions to staging challenges in a drama/theatre work.
7.TH:Pr4.a - Consider various staging choices to enhance the story in a drama/theatre work.
Acc.TH:Cr2.b - Cooperate as a creative team to make interpretive choices for a drama/theatre work.
I.C.1.3 - Produce scripts based on literature texts.
I.C.2.2 - Interpret scenes through formal and informal presentations.
Tennessee Theatre standards (2018) standards were built using the framework of the NCAS which is built on four key domains: Creating, Performing/Presenting/Producing, Connecting, and Responding. Within each of these domains are foundations and standards to support the development of curriculum, programs, and learning.
(source: Tennessee Department of Education, Tennessee Academic Standards for Fine Arts, Summer 2018)
Please refer to National Core Arts Standards to determine the standard that best suits your needs.
C.1.E - identify theatrical vocabulary and terminology, including basic anatomy of theatre spaces.
C.1.F - identify the structure and form in examples of dramatic literature.
C.2.D - dramatize literary selections and imitate life experiences through dramatic play.
B.1.E - apply knowledge of theatrical vocabulary and terminology.
C.3.B - analyze and evaluate dramatic texts and direct brief scenes.
1 - demonstrate understanding of the purpose of stage properties
1 - demonstrate understanding of the function of the director
10 - demonstrate understanding of the concept of dramatic convention
12 - analyze a script to identify character, setting and plot
8 - demonstrate understanding of directions used in a script
apply imaginative and creative thought to problem-solving situations
Create dramatic works with an intended audience in mind
Develop a repertoire of dramatic skills and techniques through presentation or performance
Describe, analyze, and respond using drama-specific language
Purposefully select and combine dramatic elements and conventions
Document, share, and collaborate on dramatic works and experiences in a variety of contexts