Unit
in Technical Theatre Mini Units Curriculum
Lighting
Created by Josh Hatt
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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The overview lays out the objectives for the unit and reviews the content of each lesson.
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1Lesson 1Introduction to LightingStudents are introduced to lighting through video demonstration, discuss the impact of lighting on a scene, address lighting safety and complete a vocabulary activity.
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2Lesson 2Colour and AnglesStudents will explore how lighting can affect a scene through colour and angles. Questions include: What is mood? How do shadows affect a scene? Students are given a lighting assignment to apply colour and angles by drawing a simple light plot.
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3Lesson 3Lighting EffectivenessStudents continue to work on their lighting assignment. They will rehearse their scenes, continue to discuss lighting effectiveness and reflect on their work in class.
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4Lesson 4Tech Rehearsal and PerformanceStudents are given time for a tech rehearsal and then perform their scenes. The emphasis is on the groups demonstrating a knowledge of lighting effectiveness.
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5Lesson 5ReflectionStudents watch the scenes from the previous class and reflect as a group on the process.
Standards Addressed
Grade 6 - Performing
Grade 6 - Responding
Grades 9-12 - ADVANCED DRAMA LEVELS I-IV -Performing
Grades 9-12 - FUNDAMENTALS OF THEATRE LEVELS I-IV - Responding
Grades 9-12 - MUSICAL THEATRE LEVELS I-IV - Performing
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