Colorado Academic Standards - Drama and Theatre Arts
Eighth Grade

5 units • 1 professional development course aligned to
DT.8.3.4.b - Students Can: Analyze the production elements used in a drama/theatre work to assess aesthetic choices.

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DT.8.3.4.b Students Can: Analyze the production elements used in a drama/theatre work to assess aesthetic choices.

This page lists 5 units and 1 professional development course aligned to DT.8.3.4.b from the Colorado Academic Standards - Drama and Theatre Arts. Designed for drama teachers, these resources directly address DT.8.3.4.b - Students Can: Analyze the production elements used in a drama/theatre work to assess aesthetic choices.

Unit 1 of 6 in Technical Theatre Mini Units Curriculum

Lighting

by Josh Hatt

5 lessons

This is an introductory mini-unit to lighting that can be achieved whether or not you have a lighting system. Students will work toward being able to demonstrate their knowledge of lighting effectiveness. The questions of the unit include: How can light affect a scene? How can lighting affect the audience? What is the mood of the scene? How does lighting play a part in creating mood? How can you use shadows onstage? How does color impact the scene?

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Unit 5 of 6 in Technical Theatre Mini Units Curriculum

Free Play Makeup

by Josh Hatt

8 lessons

This is a student centred mini-unit on makeup design. Makeup is useful in transporting an audience to a different world. The purpose is for students to understand that makeup is a tool that theatre technicians can use in order to contribute to effective performance aesthetics; to understand basic makeup rules and care instruction; to understand how to complete a makeup design plot; to look at a project and figure out for themselves what they need to succeed.

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Introduction to Set Design *Hyperdoc

by Lea Marshall

2 lessons

The purpose of this unit is to give students an introduction to independent learning as well as an overview of Set Design. Students will apply their knowledge throughout, and the unit culminates in a group activity. This unit is delivered in hyperdoc format. What does that mean? A hyperdoc is an interactive tool that encourages digital learning. In this case, students are given a document on a subject, and there they can read articles, watch videos, do some independent research, and apply what they’ve learned. Because they’re working on their own, students are in charge of their own pacing. Before you start the unit, ensure you read the Teacher Guide first. It will give you clear instructions on how to distribute the hyperdoc format and make it easy for you and your students.

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Elements of Costume Design *Hyperdoc

by Anna Porter

10 lessons

In this unit, students will explore and collaboratively take on the role of costume designers. Students will explore the elements of design, director’s concept, and the considerations for costume design. They will then apply this knowledge in a culminating project. This unit has been designed to integrate technology into the curriculum. Students will utilize technology throughout via HyperDocs, internet research, and Google tools such as Google Drive, Google Forms, Google Slides, and Google Docs. A digital Learning Tools Introduction resource is provided for additional help in using the different tools and applications.

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Unit 11 of 13 in Stagecraft Without a Theatre Curriculum