Students identify vocabulary, techniques, and roles of costume construction. They demonstrate costume measurement and other construction techniques, including a basic stitch.

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Lesson 1

Paper Runway

To learn and execute a skill associated with a tech theatre role.
- Costume Measurement Sheet
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Lesson 2

Pillow Construction

To learn and execute a skill associated with a tech theatre role.
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Lesson 3

Research Project: Costume Construction - Stitch Lesson

Students take what they’ve learned about a new stitch and demonstrate a way to teach it to others.

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National Core Arts Standards California VAPA Standards (2019) Colorado Academic Standards - Drama and Theatre Arts Common Core Florida Sunshine State Standards Georgia Performance Standards - Theatre Arts North Carolina Essential Standards 2024 North Carolina Essential Standards 2010 Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Theatre Arts Alberta, Canada British Columbia (2018) Ontario, Canada Virginia Standards Of Learning (2020)

Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation - Grade 6

TH:Pr5.1.6.b Articulate how technical elements are integrated into a drama/ theatre work.

Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation - Grade 7

TH:Pr5.1.7.b Choose a variety of technical elements that can be applied to a design in a drama/theatre work.

Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation - Grade 8

TH:Pr5.1.8.b Use a variety of technical elements to create a design for a rehearsal or drama/theatre production.

Refine new work through play, drama processes and theatre experiences using critical analysis and experimentation - Grade 8

TH:Cr3.1.8.c Implement and refine a planned technical design using simple technology during the rehearsal process for devised or scripted drama/ theatre work.

6.TH:Pr5 Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.

6.TH:Pr5.b Articulate how technical theatre elements are integrated into a drama/ theatre work.

7.TH:Pr5 Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.

7.TH:Pr5.b Choose a variety of technical theatre elements that can be applied to a design in a drama/theatre work.

8.TH:Pr5 Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.

8.TH:Pr5.b Use a variety of technical theatre elements to create a design for a rehearsal or drama/theatre production.

8.TH:Cr3 Refine and complete artistic work.

8.TH:Cr3.c Implement and refine a planned design using technical theatre elements during the rehearsal process for devised or scripted drama/theatre work.

Sixth Grade

DT.6.2.2.b Students Can: Articulate how technical elements are integrated into a drama/theatre work.

Seventh Grade

DT.7.2.2.b Students Can: Choose a variety of technical elements that can be applied to a design in a drama/theatre work.

Eighth Grade

DT.8.1.4.c Students Can: Implement and refine a planned technical design using simple technology during the rehearsal process for devised or scripted drama/theatre work.
DT.8.2.2.b Students Can: Implement a variety of technical elements to create a design for a rehearsal or drama/theater production.

Speaking and Listening

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.CCRA.SL.1 Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

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.

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.

Organizational Structure

TH.912.O.1.3 Execute the responsibilities of director, designer, manager, technician, or performer by applying standard theatrical conventions.

Skills, Techniques & Processes

TH.912.S.2.2 Apply technical knowledge of safety procedures and demonstrate safe operation of theatre equipment, tools, and raw materials.

Grade 6 - Creating

TA6.CR.1 Organize, design, and refine theatrical work. a. Identify artistic choices, utilize theatre vocabulary, and demonstrate non-verbal communication skills in the rehearsal process. b. Interpret a character’s motivation by understanding the relationship between their background and their behavior. c. Identify the variety of relationships between characters. d. Identify, define, and classify character traits. e. Recognize and demonstrate the roles, responsibilities, and skills associated with collaborative performance. f. Use resources to identify and create technical elements of theatre.

Grade 8 - Creating

TA8.CR.1 Organize, design, and refine theatrical work. a. Differentiate the physical, emotional, vocal, and social dimensions of a variety of characters. b. Compare the relationships and interactions between characters by analyzing character motivation (objectives, obstacles, strategy, action, stakes, outcome). c. Incorporate dramatic elements through improvisation. d. Connect theatre vocabulary to the application of theatre performance. e. Identify and demonstrate both ensemble and leadership skills in the rehearsal process. f. Evaluate the effectiveness of artistic and technical elements used in a theatre production. g. Design and create scenery, props, costumes, lighting, and sound. h. Assume different roles and responsibilities in the rehearsal process.

Grade 8 - Performing

TA8.PR.2 Execute artistic and technical elements of theatre. a. Incorporate artistic and technical elements into a theatre production. b. Resolve conflicts in technical applications.

Grades 9-12 - TECHNICAL THEATRE LEVELS I-IV - Creating

TAHSTT.CR.1 Create technical elements of theatre (e.g. sets, props, costumes, makeup, lighting, sound). a. Explore and utilize the elements of design and principles of composition for a theatrical context. b. Create basic to advanced technical elements by choosing appropriate materials, tools, and techniques. c. Analyze and/or develop choices in technical elements (e.g. sets, lights, costumes, sound) of informal and formal productions and theatrical texts as a part of the design process, considering mood, tone, and symbolism. d. Create industry standard paperwork (e.g. budgets, cut lists, materials, cue sheets, lighting and costume plots, schedules, calendars) as it relates to completing design renderings and/or models. e. Conceptualize and/or generate design elements for a dramatic work (e.g. scene, one act, full-length, musical).

Grades 9-12 - TECHNICAL THEATRE LEVELS I-IV - Producing

TAHSTT.PR.1 Produce technical elements in theatre. a. Identify, explain, and demonstrate standard safety guidelines and operating procedures for tools and equipment used in formal and informal theatre productions. b. Identify and interpret design and construction documentation, materials, techniques, and procedures for production. c. Differentiate between stock and non-standard material, scenic, or technical elements related to a production. d. Conduct initial research about design to inform further development of the production concept. e. Explore and/or produce an appropriate series of design documentation for a theatrical production (e.g. thumbnail sketches, swatches, first renderings, mixed media presentation).

Grades 9-12 - TECHNICAL THEATRE LEVELS I-IV - Responding

TAHSTT.RE.1 Respond to technical elements of theatre using appropriate supporting evidence. a. Revise projects, plans, and/or procedures after peer criticism to improve development of technical elements. b. Identify and analyze the characteristics of different types of performance spaces and how they can influence production decisions (e.g. proscenium stage, studio/black box, thrust stage, classroom, arena, found space). c. Evaluate design choices of professional designers. d. Evaluate design and technical elements in a post mortem following the completion of a theatre production.

Grades 9-12 - TECHNICAL THEATRE LEVELS I-IV - Connecting

TAHSTT.CN.1 Connect technical elements of theatre. a. Explore and understand the collaborations between designers and directors to develop design elements. b. Investigate the history of theatre architecture, stage technology, and other technical elements. c. Understand technical theatre career options and various industry unions (e.g. International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Actor’s Equity, United Scenic Artists, Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, League of Resident Theatres). d. Explore connections with other disciplines associated with technical theatre (e.g. scientific principles behind technical theatrical practices, physics of electricity and sound, basic structural engineering, load ratings, working load limits). e. Connect design themes with historical and social relevance using dramaturgical research and an understanding of historical and cultural artistic movements (e.g. expressionism, realism, Kabuki, Sanskrit Drama).

Beginning High School Create

B.CR.1.3 Incorporate introductory technical elements using available facilities, technology, and tools to enhance theatrical works.

Intermediate High School Present

I.PR.2.3 Implement technical elements to enhance theatrical works.

Accomplished High School Create

AC.CR.1.3 Implement original technical designs reflecting specific situations, styles, or genres incorporating available facilities, technology, and tools.

Accomplished High School Present

AC.PR.2.3 Implement technical designs to tailor theatrical works for a range of audiences, spaces, or budgets.

Beginning High School Standards - Aesthetics

B.AE.1.1 Understand the major technical elements, such as sound, lights, set, and costumes, and their interrelationships.

Intermediate High School Standards - Aesthetics

I.AE.1.2 Use the major technical elements, such as sound, lights, set, and costumes, for formal or informal audiences.

Proficient High School Standards - Aesthetics

P.AE.1.2 Apply working knowledge to solve problems in the major technical elements, such as sound, lights, set, and costumes, for formal or informal audiences.

MS 117.212 LII - Foundations: Inquiry and Understanding

B.1.E demonstrate knowledge of theatrical vocabulary and terminology.

MS 117.212 LII - Creative Expression: production

B.3.B create theatrical elements such as scenery, properties, lighting, sound, costume, makeup, and publicity appropriate to specific performances.

MS 117.213 LIII - Creative Expression: production

B.3.B create theatrical elements such as scenery, properties, lighting, sound, costume, makeup, and publicity using the principles of design.

HS 117.315 LI - Creative Expression: production

C.3.A develop and practice technical theatre skills.
C.3.B apply technical knowledge and skills safely to create or operate theatrical elements such as scenery, properties, lighting, sound, costumes, makeup, current technology, or publicity.
C.3.D demonstrate responsibility, artistic discipline, and creative problem solving by concentrating in one or more areas of theatre production such as acting, technical theatre, or theatre management.

HS 117.316 LII - Creative Expression: production

C.3.A develop and practice safe and effective stagecraft skills.
C.3.E develop responsibility, artistic discipline, and creative problem solving by concentrating in one or more areas of theatre production such as acting, technical theatre, or theatre management.

Technical Theatre/Design 10-20-30 - Costume

1 demonstrate understanding of the purpose of costume
4 demonstrate knowledge of appropriate safety procedures

Junior Orientation

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
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

Junior Goal I Objectives

develop a sense of responsibility and commitment
develop the ability to initiate, organize and present a project within a given set of guidelines
develop the ability to interact effectively and constructively in a group process
develop the ability to offer and accept constructive criticism
develop the willingness to make a decision, act upon it and accept the results
strengthen powers of concentration

Technical Theatre - Levels I, II, III - Awareness

1 recognize the basic terminology associated with the component being studied
2 demonstrate understanding of the basic functions of the component being studied.
3 show awareness of the importance of research
4 show awareness of available resources pertaining to the component being studied; e.g., supplies, libraries and theatre companies
5 demonstrate understanding of the various conventions of the components being studied

Technical Theatre - Levels I, II, III - Readiness

6 demonstrate understanding of the importance of planning and organization
7 select a project appropriate to the component being studied

Technical Theatre - Application

13 determine and acquire necessary supplies or substitutes to construct the planned project
14 use appropriate tools and skills to assemble or construct the planned project

Senior Goal I Objectives

extend the ability to concentrate
increase self-discipline

Orientation Drama 10

concentrate on the task at hand
demonstrate effective use and management of time
demonstrate self-discipline, self-direction and a sense of responsibility
demonstrate willingness to challenge and extend oneself: physically, emotionally, intellectually and artistically
listen to self and others
make effective decisions or choices
offer and accept constructive criticism with a desire to progress
share ideas confidently
solve problems imaginatively and creatively
work cooperatively and productively

GRADE 6 - ARTS - Reasoning and reflecting

Research, describe, interpret and evaluate how artists (dancers, actors, musicians, and visual artists) use processes, materials, movements, technologies, tools, techniques, and environments in the arts

GRADE 7 - ARTS - Reasoning and reflecting

Research, describe, interpret and evaluate how artists (dancers, actors, musicians, and visual artists) use processes, materials, movements, technologies, tools, techniques, and environments in the arts

GRADE 8 - ARTS - Reasoning and reflecting

Describe, interpret and evaluate how artists (dancers, actors, musicians, and visual artists) use processes, materials, movements, technologies, tools, techniques, and environments to create and communicate ideas

GRADE 10 - DRAMA - Explore and Create

Experiment with a range of props, processes, and technologies

Grades 9 & 10 - Foundations - Responsible Practices

C.3.1 identify and follow safe and ethical practices in drama activities (e.g., exhibit safe use of sound and lighting boards; follow procedures for the environmentally responsible use of materials and energy; prepare an individual or group seminar report on the nature and purpose of one or more of the following: copyright protection, royalties, public domain, intellectual property rights)

Technical Theatre

TT.12 The student will identify and apply safety guidelines for all aspects of technical theatre work.
TT.21 The student will demonstrate costume design and production.

Technical Theatre

TT.3 The student will analyze, interpret, and evaluate aspects of technical theatre.
TT.4 The student will explain and justify personal preferences for theatre design using appropriate vocabulary.

Technical Theatre

TT.1 The student will create design elements that demonstrate personal voice and vision.
TT.2 The student will apply the creative process for technical theatre.

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