Unit
in Stagecraft Without a Theatre Curriculum
Scenic Painting
Created by Holly Beardsley and Karen Loftus
3 lessons
stagecraft
Students identify and practice some basic painting techniques.
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The overview lays out the objective of the unit, the timeline and list of lessons, and assessment plan.
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1Lesson 1Gridding ProjectStudents experiment with the scaling technique of gridding as a way to enlarge a smaller image and mimic the technique scenic painters use to create backdrops.
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2Lesson 2Painting TechniquesStudents analyze and explore painting techniques.
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3Lesson 3Research Project: Scenic PaintingTo continue exploring elements of painting techniques.
Standards Addressed
Language
Innovation, Technology & the Future
Beginning High School Create
Accomplished High School Create
Accomplished High School Present
Beginning High School Standards - Aesthetics
Proficient High School Standards - Aesthetics
MS 117.213 LIII - Creative Expression: production
HS 117.315 LI - Creative Expression: production
HS 117.316 LII - Creative Expression: production
HS 117.316 LII - Critical evaluation and response
HS 117.318 LIV - Critical evaluation and response
Technical Theatre/Design 10-20-30 - Management - Stage
Technical Theatre/Design 10-20-30 - Management - Set
Junior Goal I Objectives
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
Senior Goal I Objectives
Orientation Drama 10
- concentrate on the task at hand
- cope with success and failure in positive ways
- demonstrate effective use and management of time
- demonstrate self-discipline, self-direction and a sense of responsibility
- display consideration and respect for self and others
- listen to self and others
- make effective decisions or choices
- offer and accept constructive criticism with a desire to progress
- positively support the work of others
- share ideas confidently
- work cooperatively and productively
GRADE 6 - ARTS - Reasoning and reflecting
GRADE 7 - ARTS - Reasoning and reflecting
GRADE 8 - ARTS - Reasoning and reflecting
GRADE 10 - DRAMA - Explore and Create
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)
- C.3.2 identify and apply the skills and attitudes needed to perform various tasks and responsibilities in producing drama works (e.g., use active listening and cooperative problem-solving skills; practise punctuality; use tact in suggesting changes and improvements; demonstrate willingness to accept criticism and build consensus)
Grades 9 & 10 - Foundations - Concepts and Terminology
Grades 9 & 10 - Creating and Presenting - Presentation Techniques & Technologies
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