Virginia Standards Of Learning (2020)

Grade Six

6.1 The student will apply creative thinking to theatre.

6.2 The student will use a creative process to develop solo and collaborative presentations, using body, voice, and imagination.

Grade Seven

7.1 The student will demonstrate creative thinking by improvising scenes from given situations.

7.2 The student will demonstrate a creative process for theatre.

Grade Eight

8.1 The student will refine creative problem-solving, ensemble-building, and improvisational skills by devising and improvising theatrical works.

8.2 The student will demonstrate a creative process for theatre.

Theatre Arts I: Introduction to Theatre

TI.1 The student will create and write a monologue and/or scene.

TI.2 The student will apply a creative process for theatre.

Theatre Arts II: Dramatic Literature And Theatre History

TII.1 The student will write an original script utilizing an accepted script format and revise based on feedback.

TII.2 The student will apply a creative process for theatre.

Theatre Arts III: Intermediate Acting & Playwriting

TIII.1 The student will demonstrate playwriting.

TIII.2 The student will apply the creative process for theatre.

Theatre Arts IV: Advanced Acting And Directing

TIV.1 The student will evaluate and refine original scripts for performance.

TIV.2 The student will synthesize research and inquiry to develop artistic choices.

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.

Grade Six

6.3 The student will analyze, interpret, and evaluate theatrical works

6.4 The student will identify connections between personal experience and dramatizations

6.5 The student will identify communication and collaboration skills for theatre experiences.

Grade Seven

7.3 The student will analyze, interpret, and evaluate theatre.

7.4 The student will justify personal responses to theatrical productions.

7.5 The student will identify and apply communication and collaboration skills for theatre experiences.

Grade Eight

8.3 The student will analyze, interpret, and evaluate theatre.

8.4 The student will explain responses to theatrical productions based on personal background and experience.

8.5 The student will apply communication and collaboration skills for theatre experiences.

Theatre Arts I: Introduction to Theatre

TI.3 The student will analyze, interpret, and evaluate theatre.

TI.4 The student will examine, formulate, and justify personal responses to theatre.

TI.5 The student will apply communication and collaboration skills for theatre experiences.

Theatre Arts II: Dramatic Literature And Theatre History

TII.3 The student will analyze, interpret, and evaluate theatre.

TII.4 The student will support personal aesthetic opinions and criteria, using theatre arts vocabulary.

TII.5 The student will apply communication and collaboration skills for theatre experiences.

Theatre Arts III: Intermediate Acting & Playwriting

TIII.3 The student will analyze, interpret, and evaluate theatre.

TIII.4 The student will justify multiple points of view regarding the interpretation of theatrical works.

TIII.5 The student will exhibit collaboration skills for theatre productions and processes.

Theatre Arts IV: Advanced Acting And Directing

TIV.3 The student will analyze, interpret, and evaluate theatre.

TIV.4 The student will explain how personal aesthetic criteria are applied to personal performance and direction.

TIV.5 The student will apply communication and collaboration skills for theatre experiences.

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.

TT.5 The student will identify, describe, and apply collaboration and communication skills for technical theatre.

Grade Six

6.6 The student will explain influences of history, culture, and current events on the development of theatrical works.

6.7 The student will identify theatrical resources in the community.

6.8 The student will define intellectual property and describe issues of intellectual property related to theatre.

Grade Seven

7.6 The student will explore historical and cultural aspects of theatrical works

7.7 The student will describe ways that theatre arts contribute to the community and society.

7.8 The student will identify appropriate resources for scripts and materials, with a focus on ethical and legal considerations.

Grade Eight

8.6 The student will explore historical and cultural aspects of theatrical works.

8.7 The student will identify theatre resources in the community and the Commonwealth including but not limited to professional, community, and educational theatres.

8.8 The student will identify and discuss digital citizenship as it relates to the research and presentation of theatrical works.

Theatre Arts I: Introduction to Theatre

TI.6 The student will explore historical and cultural aspects of theatrical works.

TI.7 The student will identify ways to engage the school community in school theatre performances and activities.

TI.8 The student will identify and apply digital citizenship as it relates to research, performance, and production of theatrical works.

Theatre Arts II: Dramatic Literature And Theatre History

TII.6 The student will explore historical and cultural aspects of theatrical works.

TII.7 The student will identify current theatrical productions in the Commonwealth and the nation.

TII.8 The student will demonstrate legal and ethical standards in the use of technology and intellectual property.

Theatre Arts III: Intermediate Acting & Playwriting

TIII.6 The student will explore historical and cultural aspects of theatrical works.

TIII.7 The student will identify and examine opportunities for arts advocacy in the community.

TIII.8 The student will justify legal and ethical choices in the use of technology and intellectual property.

Theatre Arts IV: Advanced Acting And Directing

TIV.6 The student will explain historical and cultural influences on choices in directing and acting projects.

TIV.7 The student will identify arts leaders in the community and their impact.

TIV.8 The student will assume personal responsibility and demonstrate integrity in making ethical and legal choices related to intellectual property.

Technical Theatre

TT.6 The student will analyze a variety of dramatic texts to determine their production requirements by referencing their historical and cultural contexts.

TT.7 The student will identify ways to engage the school community in school theatre productions.

TT.8 The student will assume personal responsibility and demonstrate integrity in making ethical and legal choices related to intellectual property.

Grade Six

6.9 The student will describe various careers in theatre arts.

6.10 The student will identify the use of contemporary technology in theatre production.

6.11 The student will analyze how theatre incorporates other art forms.

Grade Seven

7.9 The student will identify various careers in theatre arts, with a focus on career preparation.

7.10 The student will investigate the uses and impact of digital media in theatre production.

7.11 The student will explain how other fine arts and fields of knowledge are applied in theatre

Grade Eight

8.9 The student will examine a selected career in theatre, television, film, or contemporary media.

8.10 The student will explore the use of digital media in the creative process and in the production of a theatre performance.

8.11 The student will synthesize knowledge from other content areas to support theatre arts processes.

Theatre Arts I: Introduction to Theatre

TI.9 The student will analyze and discuss professional pathways for theatre careers.

TI.10 The student will identify and explore technological developments and contemporary media in theatre performance and production.

TI.11 The student will analyze how music, visual art, and dance arts enhance performances.

Theatre Arts II: Dramatic Literature And Theatre History

TII.9 The student will describe theatre related skills that relate to a variety of postsecondary educational and career opportunities.

TII.10 The student will examine how advancements in technology have impacted theatre performance, film, and production.

TII.11 The student will analyze how common themes are expressed in other literary genres and art forms.

Theatre Arts III: Intermediate Acting & Playwriting

TIII.9 The student will make career and college connections to theatre.

TIII.10 The student will investigate tools and techniques for contemporary media production, including camera techniques, film terminology, acting for the camera, creating screenplays, and the editing process.

TIII.11 The student will identify and cultivate cross-curricular connections with theatre.

Theatre Arts IV: Advanced Acting And Directing

TIV.9 The student will make career and college connections to theatre.

TIV.10 The student will analyze the ways that technology and innovation have impacted the evolution of historical and contemporary theatre productions.

TIV.11 The student will synthesize a variety of art forms to create and enhance performance and production.

Technical Theatre

TT.9 The student will identify connections between technical theatre and skills for workplace, college, and career opportunities.

TT.10 The student will identify new and emerging technology for theatre production.

TT.11 The student will identify connections between design and production elements of theatre

Grade Six

6.12 The student will demonstrate how meaning is expressed both physically (through movement, gesture, and other forms of physical expression) and verbally (through vocal choices).

6.13 The student will identify techniques and skills for actor preparation, including memorization and warm ups for performance.

6.14 The student will demonstrate theatre as dramatized storytelling by preparing and presenting short scenes that include characters, setting, properties, conflict, and a progressive chain of events.

6.15 The student will identify functions of a theatre director.

6.16 The student will develop technical theatre and production skills.

Grade Seven

7.12 The student will develop physical and vocal technique for theatre performance.

7.13 The student will explain techniques and skills for actor preparation, including concentration, discipline, preparation, and imagination for theatrical performance.

7.14 The student will research, analyze, rehearse, and present a scripted character in a memorized scene and/or monologue.

7.15 The student will identify functions, skills, and responsibilities of the creative team and production staff.

7.16 The student will develop technical theatre and production skills

Grade Eight

8.12 The student will develop physical and vocal technique for theatre performance.

8.13 The student will use character analysis techniques to research, develop, and present a scripted character.

8.14 The student will demonstrate the mental and physical discipline necessary for creating and maintaining an imagined reality during performance.

8.15 The student will fulfill the duties and responsibilities of a production staff member.

8.16 The student will develop technical theatre and production skills.

Theatre Arts I: Introduction to Theatre

TI.12 The student will refine physical and vocal techniques for theatre performance

TI.13 The student will demonstrate techniques for actor preparation.

TI.14 The student will demonstrate theatrical direction, including blocking and staging a scene.

TI.15 The student will understand roles and relationships for theatre production.

TI.16 The student will apply principles of technical theatre.

Theatre Arts II: Dramatic Literature And Theatre History

TII.12 The student will refine physical and vocal techniques for theatre performance.

TII.13 The student will demonstrate techniques for actor preparation.

TII.14 The student will apply principles of directing.

TII.15 The student will demonstrate principles of theatre management/administration and the production process.

TII.16 The student will examine the development of technical theatre.

Theatre Arts III: Intermediate Acting & Playwriting

TIII.12 The student will integrate acting skills and techniques involving voice and movement.

TIII.13 The student will demonstrate techniques for actor preparation.

TIII.14 The student will apply skills and concepts for theatre performance.

TIII.15 The student will identify leadership and production team roles for a variety of production types.

TIII.16 The student will demonstrate the application of theatre design.

Theatre Arts IV: Advanced Acting And Directing

TIV.12 The student will refine acting skills involving voice and movement to depict multidimensional characters.

TIV.13 The student will refine personal acting technique.

TIV.14 The student will work independently and collaboratively as a director to create unified productions that follow the playwright’s intent.

TIV.15 The student will demonstrate artistic leadership to develop an effective collaborative working relationship among cast and crew.

TIV.16 The student will refine skills for theatre design.

Technical Theatre

TT.12 The student will identify and apply safety guidelines for all aspects of technical theatre work.

TT.13 The student will describe the different types of theatre spaces (e.g., proscenium, thrust, area), suggesting specific design considerations for each.

TT.14 The student will identify the components of the theatre facility.

TT.15 The student will identify the responsibilities of the running crews.

TT.16 The student will identify and use construction tools and hardware to build scenic elements.

TT.17 The student will demonstrate scenic design.

TT.18 The student will design, produce, and manage props to enhance production elements.

TT.19 The student will demonstrate lighting design and production.

TT.20 The student will demonstrate use of sound to enhance performance and convey mood and information.

TT.21 The student will demonstrate costume design and production.

TT.22 The student will demonstrate hair and makeup design.

TT.23 The student will identify the responsibilities of the stage manager, house manager, and business manager.