Students will identify categories of props and which people create or obtain props. They’ll analyze a script for needed props, use critical-thinking skills to problem solve prop issues, and create a prop.
The overview lays out the objective of the unit, the timeline and list of lessons, and assessment plan.
Students demonstrate comprehension of what a property is, the various categories of props, and how props are created.
To put students in a theatre production role and introduce one of the tasks of a prop master: a master props list.
To apply problem-solving skills with respect to props challenges.
To continue exploring elements of the role of prop master.
TH:Cr1.1.6.b - Identify solutions to design challenges in a drama/theatre work.
TH:Cr1.1.7.b - Explain and present solutions to design challenges in a drama/ theatre work.
TH:Pr5.1.6.b - Articulate how technical elements are integrated into a drama/ theatre work.
6.TH:Cr1.c - Identify solutions to design challenges in a drama/theatre work.
7.TH:Cr1.c - Explain and present solutions to design challenges in a drama/ theatre work.
6.TH:Pr5.b - Articulate how technical theatre elements are integrated into a drama/ theatre work.
TH.912.S.2.1 - Create one or more technical design documents for a theatrical production.
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.3.A - develop and practice safe and effective stagecraft skills.
1 - demonstrate understanding of the purpose of stage properties
2 - recognize the importance of illusion in properties design
3 - recognize the importance of artistic unity in properties design
4 - demonstrate knowledge if appropriate safety procedures
5 - recognize different types of properties: set properties, hand properties, rehearsal properties
7 - develop a properties list for a specific script
8 - recognize the need for developing and maintaining properties inventories
demonstrate a willingness to take calculated and reasonable risks
focus concentration on one task at a time
generate imaginative and creative solutions to problems
meet deadlines and follow through on individual and group commitments
share ideas confidently with others
understand that technical elements enhance verbal/physical communication
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 willingness to make a decision, act upon it and accept the results
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
5 - demonstrate understanding of the various conventions of the components being studied
6 - demonstrate understanding of the importance of planning and organization
Experiment with a range of props, processes, and technologies