North Carolina Essential Standards 2024

Sixth Grade Connect

6.CN.1.1 Describe the connections between the emergence of theatre and the development of ancient civilizations around the world prior to 1400.

6.CN.1.2 Explain how the development of theatrical ideas are informed and inspired by concepts from other content areas.

6.CN.2.1 Describe creative, technical, and business careers in theatre.

6.CN.2.2 Compare various theatre tools and innovations used in creative, technical, and business roles.

Sixth Grade Create

6.CR.1.1 Improvise dialogue and movement for original scripts or devised theatre.

6.CR.1.2 Create original works using theatrical formatting and elements.

6.CR.1.3 Create simple costumes or masks for dramatic presentations.

6.CR.2.1 Adapt familiar stories with unique perspectives for theatrical performance.

6.CR.2.2 Describe how fair use, copyright, public domain, open source, and creative commons affect the ability to produce theatre.

Sixth Grade Present

6.PR.1.1 Apply feedback to refine choices in devised or scripted theatrical works.

6.PR.1.2 Communicate ideas and feelings through physical and vocal choices during presentations.

6.PR.2.1 Develop stories or scripts for presentation.

6.PR.2.2 Identify the responsibilities of an audience in a live performance.

6.PR.2.3 Identify simple technical theatre elements that enhance productions in various spaces.

6.PR.2.4 Identify how a performer responds to an audience during a live performance.

Sixth Grade Respond

6.RE.1.1 Analyze dramatic elements in theatrical works.

6.RE.1.2 Describe how personal experiences and perspectives influence interpretations of theatre.

6.RE.2.1 Identify appealing qualities and effective elements of theatrical works.

6.RE.2.2 Define constructive criticism for theatrical works.

Seventh Grade Connect

7.CN.1.1 Analyze how theatre influenced various developing cultures around the world from the 1400s to the present.

7.CN.2.1 Identify theatrical skills, characteristics, and behaviors that contribute to success in post-secondary education and career readiness.

7.CN.1.2 Identify how theatrical skills and processes are connected to other content areas and daily life.

7.CN.2.2 Analyze various theatre tools and innovations used in creative, technical, and business roles.

Seventh Grade Create

7.CR.1.1 Improvise characters and situations for developing original scripts or devised theatre.

7.CR.1.2 Create original works using elements of dramatic structure.

7.CR.1.3 Create a variety of simple props and set pieces to support and enhance dramatic presentations.

7.CR.2.1 Adapt stories using a variety of theatrical styles or genres for theatre.

7.CR.2.2 Identify the legal and ethical issues for creating works inspired by other artists.

Seventh Grade Present

7.PR.1.1 Refine choices in devised or scripted performances based on objective feedback and criteria.

7.PR.1.2 Communicate character and story using physical and vocal control, observation, and concentration during theatrical performances.

7.PR.2.1 Apply dramatic styles to formal or informal performances.

7.PR.2.2 Compare the expectations of an audience in different venues.

7.PR.2.3 Present a variety of simple technical elements to reflect dramatic styles and choices in theatrical productions.

7.PR.2.4 Compare the theatrical modifications needed by performers in different venues.

Seventh Grade Respond

7.RE.1.1 Compare dramatic structures in various genres and styles.

7.RE.1.2 Recognize the creative choices made in theatrical works crafted by peers and others.

7.RE.2.1 Compare personal preferences in theatrical works as it relates to social or cultural background.

7.RE.2.2 Evaluate choices made in devised or scripted performance, based on objective criteria.

Eighth Grade Connect

8.CN.1.1 Identify the influence of theatre in North Carolina and the nation on history, culture, and community.

8.CN.1.2 Explain how theatrical skills and processes can be applied to solve a variety of problems.

8.CN.2.1 Explain how theatrical skills, characteristics, and behaviors contribute to success in a broad range of careers.

8.CN.2.2 Evaluate how theatre tools and innovations are expanding opportunities in business, career, and life skills beyond the theatrical world.

Eighth Grade Create

8.CR.1.1 Improvise conflict and resolution scenarios for original scripts or devised theatre.

8.CR.1.2 Create original characters and situations using background knowledge and research.

8.CR.1.3 Create simple lighting and sound designs to support and enhance dramatic presentations.

8.CR.2.1 Adapt historical or current events applying background knowledge and research to develop character and situations for theatre.

8.CR.2.2 Explain how to share works of theatre legally and ethically, in both physical and digital spaces.

Eighth Grade Present

8.PR.1.1 Apply critical elements of objective feedback and criteria for improvement in performance.

8.PR.1.2 Communicate various styles of character, conflict, and resolution through blocking as given by directors or indicated by playwrights.

8.PR.2.1 Develop various styles of literature into formal or informal presentations.

8.PR.2.2 Embody audience etiquette appropriately as a participant in productions.

8.PR.2.3 Employ technical elements in various theatrical presentations.

8.PR.2.4 Demonstrate performance etiquette during theatrical experiences.

Eighth Grade Respond

8.RE.1.1 Analyze theatrical works using knowledge of historical and cultural contexts.

8.RE.1.2 Explain how theatre artists’ choices are influenced by culture and environment.

8.RE.2.1 Explain the impact of culture and environment on personal perspective.

8.RE.2.2 Evaluate theatrical work of others with a specific plan for improvement.

Beginning High School Connect

B.CN.1.1 Describe how the emergence of theatre as an art form has influenced society prior to 1400.

B.CN.1.2 Apply concepts from other content areas to support the creation and performance of theatre.

B.CN.2.1 Identify the various roles that contribute to the creation, production, design, and marketing of theatre.

B.CN.2.2 Identify the innovative tools and technology used in theatre.

Beginning High School Create

B.CR.1.1 Devise a variety of scenarios and scenes through improvised and scripted activities.

B.CR.1.2 Create scenarios that communicate character, setting, plot, and conflict.

B.CR.1.3 Incorporate introductory technical elements using available facilities, technology, and tools to enhance theatrical works.

B.CR.2.1 Adapt theatrical works using personal experiences through a collaborative process.

B.CR.2.2 Compare artistic adaptation, appropriation, fair use, copyright, public domain, open source, and creative commons in theatre.

Beginning High School Present

B.PR.1.1 Refine theatrical works based on specific criteria.

B.PR.1.2 Communicate characters, situations, and scenarios using body and voice while adhering to staging conventions.

B.PR.2.1 Develop scripted or devised theatre for presentation.

B.PR.2.2 Demonstrate appropriate theatre audience behavior with the understanding of the impact on performers and technicians.

B.PR.2.3 Implement technical elements to support scripted or devised presentations.

B.PR.2.4 Identify the responsibilities of a performer in a variety of theatrical venues.

Beginning High School Respond

B.RE.1.1 Analyze the dramatic structure of written and presented theatrical works.

B.RE.1.2 Interpret how theatre artists use dramatic structure to convey meaning.

B.RE.2.1 Explain how personal preferences and previously experienced theatrical works can impact critiques.

B.RE.2.2 Generate verbal or written critique of theatrical works.

Intermediate High School Connect

I.CN.1.1 Analyze the development of theatre from the 1400s through the 1700s, identifying connections to history, society, and culture.

I.CN.1.2 Apply skills and knowledge gained from other content areas or personal experiences to solve theatrical challenges.

I.CN.2.1 Describe the responsibilities of theatre professionals involved in the production of artistic works.

I.CN.2.2 Describe innovative tools and processes being used in theatre.

Intermediate High School Create

I.CR.1.1 Develop a variety of unique characters within given situations through improvisation.

I.CR.1.2 Create original works that communicate complex characters, settings, plots, and conflicts.

I.CR.1.3 Implement original technical designs into theatrical works using available facilities, technology, and tools.

I.CR.2.1 Adapt unique personal experiences into theatrical works.

I.CR.2.2 Evaluate the ethics of making, producing, and distributing both original theatre and works inspired by other artists.

Intermediate High School Present

I.PR.1.1 Identify areas for improvement based on specific objective feedback and criteria.

I.PR.1.2 Apply staging conventions to formal and informal theatrical productions by employing vocal and physical acting techniques.

I.PR.2.1 Develop scenes for formal or informal presentations.

I.PR.2.2 Exhibit audience etiquette appropriate for a variety of theatrical spaces, styles, and genres.

I.PR.2.3 Implement technical elements to enhance theatrical works.

I.PR.2.4 Compare the effect various theatrical venues have upon performance.

Intermediate High School Respond

I.RE.1.1 Compare the structure, style and genre of various written and presented theatrical works.

I.RE.1.2 Analyze how theatre artists' choices reflect various genres and styles.

I.RE.2.1 Explain how personal preferences impact the ability to view theatrical works objectively.

I.RE.2.2 Generate objective critique of theatrical works using given criteria.

Accomplished High School Connect

AC.CN.1.1 Analyze the development of theatre from the 1800s through the 1900s, identifying connections to history, society, and culture.

AC.CN.1.2 Evaluate how skills honed in theatre strengthen work in other academic or professional domains.

AC.CN.2.1 Cite contributions of influential professional theatre artists and their role in the creation of theatrical works. .

AC.CN.2.2 Analyze how technical elements enhance theatrical works.

Accomplished High School Create

AC.CR.1.1 Improvise a variety of extended scenes or performance pieces reflecting specific situations, styles, or genres.

AC.CR.1.2 Create a variety of scripted extended scenes or performance pieces reflecting specific situations, styles, or genres.

AC.CR.1.3 Implement original technical designs reflecting specific situations, styles, or genres incorporating available facilities, technology, and tools.

AC.CR.2.1 Adapt a variety of source materials into theatrical works showing respect for differing cultural perspectives.

AC.CR.2.2 Compare how parody, adaptation, and artificial intelligence relate to copyright and fair use of theatre works.

Accomplished High School Present

AC.PR.1.1 Integrate feedback to effectively address identified areas of improvement.

AC.PR.1.2 Display a progression of character moments within the performance of theatrical texts.

AC.PR.2.1 Develop theatrical works for a specific audience, audition, or production.

AC.PR.2.2 Design various procedures to encourage appropriate audience engagement.

AC.PR.2.3 Implement technical designs to tailor theatrical works for a range of audiences, spaces, or budgets.

AC.PR.2.4 Adapt blocking and stage directions for a variety of venues.

Accomplished High School Respond

AC.RE.1.1 Analyze the impact of historical and cultural context on written and presented theatrical works.

AC.RE.1.2 Describe how individual and collective experiences impact the interpretation of theatre works.

AC.RE.2.1 Describe the influence of professional theatre and trends on personal preferences for theatrical works.

AC.RE.2.2 Critique theatrical works citing specific areas of focus with effective suggestions for improvement.

Advanced High School Connect

AD.CN.1.1 Analyze the impact of theatre throughout the world from the 1900s to the present on trends, styles, and artists, and their future implications.

AD.CN.1.2 Analyze the interdisciplinary connections inherent in theatrical creation and performance and their relevance across different fields.

AD.CN.2.1 Identify the training, education, skills, and plan of action necessary for success in a selected career in theatre arts.

AD.CN.2.2 Evaluate the impact of innovations used to create theatrical works.

Advanced High School Create

AD.CR.1.1 Develop a variety of extended scenes or short plays through improvisation, applying acting and directorial techniques in anticipation of various audiences or theatrical settings.

AD.CR.1.2 Create a variety of extended scenes or plays inspired by various time periods or cultures.

AD.CR.1.3 Implement original technical designs reflecting various time periods or cultures incorporating available facilities, technology, and tools.

AD.CR.2.1 Synthesize theatrical works from various source materials while following a set of aesthetic choices.

AD.CR.2.2 Explain how to gain the legal right to use another artist's work.

Advanced High School Present

AD.PR.1.1 Implement justified choices made in response to feedback and specific criteria.

AD.PR.1.2 Apply conventions of acting, directing, and technical theatre to refine theatrical works for presentation.

AD.PR.2.1 Develop contrasting theatrical works for diverse genres, audiences, auditions, or productions.

AD.PR.2.2 Model appropriate audience, performer, and technician etiquette.

AD.PR.2.3 Implement technical elements effectively from design through actualization to enhance theatrical works.

AD.PR.2.4 Adapt staging and direction for various stage configurations.

Advanced High School Respond

AD.RE.1.1 Analyze aesthetics in various settings, production situations, time periods, or audiences in written and presented theatrical works.

AD.RE.1.2 Evaluate the impact of theatrical works on intended audiences.

AD.RE.2.1 Justify personal preferences for theatrical elements acknowledging the influence of history, society, culture, and professional theatre.

AD.RE.2.2 Justify suggestions for improving theatrical works, utilizing created criteria.