Unit One: Ensemble Building and Class Norms

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.

TH:Cr2.1: Organize and develop artistic ideas and work - Grade 7

TH:Cr2.1.7.b - Demonstrate mutual respect for self and others and their roles in preparing or devising drama/theatre work.

TH:Pr5.1: Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation - Grade 7

TH:Pr5.1.7.a - Participate in a variety of acting exercises and techniques that can be applied in a rehearsal or drama/theatre performance.

TH:Pr5.1: Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation - Grade 6

TH:Pr5.1.6.a - Recognize how acting exercises and techniques can be applied to a drama/theatre work.

GRADE SIX - 2.0 CREATIVE EXPRESSION

2.1 - Development of Theatrical Skills - Participate in improvisational activities, demonstrating an understanding of text, subtext, and context.

7.TH:Cr2 Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.

7.TH:Cr2.b - Demonstrate mutual respect for self and others and their roles in preparing or devising drama/theatre work.

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

7.TH:Pr5.a - Participate in a variety of acting exercises and techniques that can be applied in a rehearsal or drama/theatre performance.

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

6.TH:Pr5.a - Recognize how acting exercises and techniques can be applied to a drama/theatre work.

Critical Thinking & Reflection

TH.912.C.2.7 - Accept feedback from others, analyze it for validity, and apply suggestions appropriately to future performances or designs.

TH.912.C.2.8 - Improve a performance or project using various self-assessment tools, coaching, feedback, and/or constructive criticism.

Grade 6 - Responding

TA6.RE.1 - Engage actively and appropriately as an audience member.
a. Identify the role of the audience in different environments.
b. Analyze the relationship between an audience and a performer.
c. Create guidelines for behaviors appropriate to a theatre experience.
d. Model appropriate audience behaviors.

Grade 7 - Performing

TA7.PR.1 - Act by communicating and sustaining roles in formal and informal environments.
a. Execute effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills in performance (e.g. rate, pitch, volume, inflection, posture, facial expression, physical movement).
b. Participate in a variety of acting exercises and techniques that can be applied in a rehearsal or theatre performance.
c. Engage in various performance styles.

Beginning High School Standards - Communication

B.C.2.1 - Use improvisation and acting skills, such as observation, concentration, and characterization in a variety of theatre exercises.

Intermediate High School Standards - Communication

I.C.2.1 - Use improvisation and acting skills, such as observation, concentration, and characterization, to demonstrate given situations.

Intermediate High School Standards - Culture

I.CU.2.1 - Understand theatre etiquette that is appropriate for a variety of theatrical spaces, styles, and genres.

MS 117.211 LI - Creative Expression: performance

C.2.A - demonstrate safe use of the voice and body.

HS 117.315 LI - Critical evaluation and response

C.5.A - analyze and apply appropriate behavior at various types of live performances.

C.5.B - recognize theatre as an art form and evaluate self as a creative being.

C.5.C - offer and receive constructive criticism of peer performances.

HS 117.316 LII - Creative Expression: performance

C.2.B - explore creativity as it relates to self and ensemble.

HS 117.315 LI - Foundations: Inquiry and Understanding

C.1.B - develop and practice theatre preparation and warm-up techniques.

C.1.K - identify and recognize the importance of safe theatre practices.

HS 117.317 LIII - Foundations: Inquiry and Understanding

C.1.A - apply theatre preparation and warm-up techniques effectively.

HS 117.317 LIII - Critical evaluation and response

C.5.B - recognize theatre as an art form and evaluate self as a creative being.

Junior Orientation

focus concentration on one task at a time

listen effectively

meet deadlines and follow through on individual and group commitments

demonstrate trust by becoming comfortable, physically and emotionally, with others

work cooperatively and productively with all members of the class in pairs, small groups and large groups

support positivity the work of others

offer and accept constructive criticism, given specific guidelines, with a desire to improve

recognize the purposes of and participate in warmup activities

Junior Goal I Objectives

develop a positive self-image

develop self-discipline

develop self-confidence

strengthen powers of concentration

develop a sense of responsibility and commitment

develop the ability to interact effectively and constructively in a group process

Senior Goal I Objectives

increase self-discipline

increase self-confidence

extend the ability to concentrate

sharpen observations of people, situations and the environment

Orientation Drama 10

share ideas confidently

concentrate on the task at hand

demonstrate effective use and management of time

listen to self and others

make effective decisions or choices

demonstrate trust by becoming comfortable with others, physically and emotionally

display consideration and respect for self and others

positively support the work of others

demonstrate self-discipline, self-direction and a sense of responsibility

work cooperatively and productively

offer and accept constructive criticism with a desire to progress

GRADE 6 - ARTS - Exploring and creating

Explore relationships between identity, place, culture, society, and belonging through the arts

Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of personal, social, cultural, historical, and environmental contexts in relation to the arts

GRADE 6 - ARTS - Communicating and documenting

Interpret and communicate ideas using symbols and elements to express meaning through the arts

GRADE 7 - ARTS - Exploring and creating

Explore relationships between identity, place, culture, society, and belonging through the arts

Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of personal, social, cultural, historical, and environmental contexts in relation to the arts

GRADE 7 - ARTS - Communicating and documenting

Interpret and communicate ideas using symbols and elements to express meaning through the arts

GRADE 8 - ARTS - Exploring and creating

Explore relationships between identity, place, culture, society, and belonging through arts activities and experiences

Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of personal, social, cultural, historical, and environmental contexts in relation to the arts

GRADE 8 - ARTS - Communicating and documenting

Interpret and communicate ideas using symbols and elements to express meaning through the arts

Drama 8

demonstrate an appreciation for the diversity of others and their various perspectives

demonstrate the unique ability of drama to unify a diverse group

demonstrate trust through collaborative drama

use given criteria to assess and evaluate their work

Drama 9

demonstrate the unique ability of drama to unify a diverse group

demonstrate trust in others through class activities and individual and ensemble performances

accept responsibility for decisions and solutions

make reasoned choices within the boundaries of the dramatic situation

use a variety of strategies to make choices in problem solving

use set criteria to assess and evaluate the work of self and others

Drama 10

compare their own thoughts, feelings, and beliefs with those of others

demonstrate the unique ability of drama to unify a diverse group

demonstrate trust in self and others through class activities and individual and ensemble performances

define and use criteria to assess and evaluate the work of self and others

negotiate and compromise to solve group problems

Drama 11

demonstrate a willingness to delegate and accept responsibility in a group

Drama 12

delegate and accept responsibility in groups

demonstrate appropriate performance etiquette

Grade 6 - Reflecting, Responding and Analyzing

B2.3 - identify and give examples of their strengths, interests, and areas for improvement as drama creators, performers, and audience members

Grade 7 - Reflecting, Responding and Analyzing

B2.3 - identify and give examples of their strengths, interests, and areas for improvement as drama creators, performers, and audience members

Grade 8 - Reflecting, Responding and Analyzing

B2.3 - identify and give examples of their strengths, interests, and areas for improvement as drama creators, performers, and audience members

Grades 9 & 10 - Foundations - Responsible Practices

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)

C.3.3 - demonstrate an understanding of theatre and audience etiquette, in both classroom and formal performance contexts (e.g., as a performer: show willingness to take direction and behave appropriately towards other actors; as a viewer: demonstrate respect for performers and other audience members by paying attention, not interrupting or talking, and applauding when appropriate)

Grades 9 & 10 - Reflecting, Responding and Analyzing - Connections Beyond the Classroom

B.3.1 - identify and describe skills, attitudes, and strategies they used in collaborative drama activities (e.g., brainstorming, active listening, and cooperative problem-solving skills; strategies for sharing responsibility through collaborative team roles)