Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Theatre Arts

MS 117.211 LI - Foundations: Inquiry and Understanding

C.1.A develop characterization based on sensory and emotional recall.

C.1.B expand body awareness and spatial perceptions using mime.

C.1.C respond to sounds, music, images, and the written word, incorporating movement.

C.1.D develop an understanding of the mechanisms of vocal production.

C.1.E identify theatrical vocabulary and terminology, including basic anatomy of theatre spaces.

C.1.F identify the structure and form in examples of dramatic literature.

MS 117.211 LI - Creative Expression: performance

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

C.2.B imagine and clearly describe characters, their relationships, and their surroundings.

C.2.C select movements and dialogue to appropriately portray an imaginative character drawn from personal experience, cultural heritage, literature, and history.

C.2.D dramatize literary selections and imitate life experiences through dramatic play.

C.2.E express emotions and ideas using interpretive movements and dialogue.

C.2.F create environments, characters, and actions.

MS 117.211 LI - Creative Expression: production

C.3.A create character, environment, action, and theme collaboratively through the safe use of props, costumes, and visual elements.

C.3.B create suitable environments for dramatizations.

C.3.C collaborate to plan brief dramatizations.

C.3.D use technology in theatrical applications such as live theatre, video, and film.

MS 117.211 LI - Historical and cultural relevance

C.4.A demonstrate the role of theatre as a reflection of history, society, and culture through participation in dramatic activities.

C.4.B explore the influences of theatre, film, television, and electronic media such as key developments, figures, and works in society.

MS 117.211 LI - Critical evaluation and response

C.5.A identify and apply audience etiquette at all performances.

C.5.B develop simple oral and written observations about the visual, aural, oral, and kinetic aspects of theatrical performances such as informal playmaking or formal theatre.

C.5.C identify production elements of theatre, film, television, and other media.

C.5.D examine selected occupations in theatre such as director, stage manager, actor, designer, running crew, front of house, and educator.

MS 117.212 LII - Foundations: Inquiry and Understanding

B.1.A explore characterization using sensory and emotional recall.

B.1.B develop and apply theatre preparation and warm-up techniques.

B.1.C create expressive and rhythmic movements.

B.1.D develop an increased understanding of the mechanisms of vocal production.

B.1.E demonstrate knowledge of theatrical vocabulary and terminology.

B.1.F analyze and evaluate the structure and form of dramatic literature.

MS 117.212 LII - Creative Expression: performance

B.2.A demonstrate safe use of the voice and body.

B.2.B define characters by what they do, what they say, and what others say about them.

B.2.C select movements and dialogue to portray a character appropriately.

B.2.D create stories collaboratively and individually that have dramatic structure.

B.2.E apply knowledge of effective voice and diction techniques to express thoughts and feelings.

B.2.F compare and contrast dramatic performances to life.

B.2.G create improvised scenes that include setting, character, and plot.

MS 117.212 LII - Creative Expression: production

B.3.A determine specific technical elements to provide a safe setting and to support character and action in improvised and scripted scenes.

B.3.B create theatrical elements such as scenery, properties, lighting, sound, costume, makeup, and publicity appropriate to specific performances.

B.3.C define the role of the director.

B.3.D use technology in theatrical applications such as live theatre, video, and film.

MS 117.212 LII - Historical and cultural relevance

B.4.A demonstrate knowledge of theatre as a reflection of life in particular times, places, and cultures.

B.4.B explore the relevance and influence of theatre heritage and dramatic texts on the student's daily life.

B.4.C explore the roles of theatre, film, television, and electronic media such as key developments, figures, and works on American society.

MS 117.212 LII - Critical evaluation and response

B.5.A understand and demonstrate appropriate audience etiquette at various types of performances.

B.5.B evaluate the effectiveness of selected film and television performances.

B.5.C demonstrate knowledge of production elements in theatre, film, television, and other media.

B.5.D explore career and vocational opportunities in theatre.

MS 117.213 LIII - Foundations: Inquiry and Understanding

B.1.A evaluate characterization using emotional and sensory recall.

B.1.B explore preparation and warm-up techniques.

B.1.C create expressive movement and mime to define space and characters.

B.1.D demonstrate an increased understanding of the mechanisms of vocal production.

B.1.E apply knowledge of theatrical vocabulary and terminology.

B.1.F explore and evaluate the structure and form of dramatic literature.

MS 117.213 LIII - Creative Expression: performance

B.2.A demonstrate safe use of the voice and body.

B.2.B portray characters through familiar movements and dialogue.

B.2.C create characters, dialogue, and actions that reflect dramatic structure in improvised and scripted scenes, individually and collaboratively.

B.2.D express thoughts and feelings using effective voice and diction.

MS 117.213 LIII - Creative Expression: production

B.3.A recognize and select specific technical elements to suggest environment, establish mood, and support character and actions for performance.

B.3.B create theatrical elements such as scenery, properties, lighting, sound, costume, makeup, and publicity using the principles of design.

B.3.C explore the director's role as a unifying force, problem solver, interpreter of script, and collaborator.

B.3.D use technology in theatrical applications such as live theatre, video, and film.

MS 117.213 LIII - Historical and cultural relevance

B.4.A demonstrate theatre as a reflection of life in particular times, places, and cultures through performance.

B.4.B explore theatre heritage such as historical and cultural influences as it is preserved in dramatic text, traditions, and conventions.

B.4.C explore the roles of theatre, film, television, and electronic media such as key developments, figures, and works on American society.

MS 117.213 LIII - Critical evaluation and response

B.5.A understand and demonstrate appropriate audience etiquette at various types of live performances.

B.5.B develop a knowledge of the terminology and process of evaluation such as intent, structure, effectiveness, and value and apply this process to performances using appropriate theatre vocabulary.

B.5.C demonstrate knowledge of production elements in theatre, film, television, and other media.

B.5.D explore career and vocational opportunities in theatre.

HS 117.315 LI - Foundations: Inquiry and Understanding

C.1.A understand the value and purpose of using listening, observation, concentration, cooperation, and emotional and sensory recall.

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

C.1.C develop and practice stage movement techniques such as mime, pantomime, stage combat, Laban, Lecoq, or Viewpoints consistently to express thoughts, feelings, and actions non-verbally.

C.1.D develop and practice effective voice and diction to express thoughts and feelings.

C.1.E analyze characters by describing attributes such as physical, intellectual, emotional, and social dimensions through reading scripts of published plays.

C.1.F demonstrate a working knowledge of the language of theatre such as stage terminology, elements of theatre, or theatrical conventions.

C.1.G analyze and describe the interdependence of all theatrical elements.

C.1.H define the roles of and appreciate the collaborative relationships between all artistic partners such as playwrights, composers, directors, actors, designers, technicians, and audience.

C.1.I identify and practice memorization skills.

C.1.J identify the principles of improvisation.

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

HS 117.315 LI - Creative Expression: performance

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

C.2.B define creativity as it relates to personal expression.

C.2.C employ effective voice and diction to express thoughts and feelings.

C.2.D use physical, intellectual, emotional, and social awareness to portray believable characters and convey a story when applying acting concepts, skills, and techniques.

C.2.E employ physical techniques consistently to express thoughts, feelings, and actions non-verbally.

C.2.F create, write, and refine original monologues, improvisations, scenes, or vignettes that reflect dramatic structure to convey meaning to the audience through live performance or media forms.

HS 117.315 LI - Creative Expression: production

C.3.A develop and practice technical theatre skills.

C.3.B apply technical knowledge and skills safely to create or operate theatrical elements such as scenery, properties, lighting, sound, costumes, makeup, current technology, or publicity.

C.3.C perform a role such as actor, director, designer, technician, or editor in production decision making and collaborate with others in a production role to tell a story through live theatre or media performance.

C.3.D demonstrate responsibility, artistic discipline, and creative problem solving by concentrating in one or more areas of theatre production such as acting, technical theatre, or theatre management.

HS 117.315 LI - Historical and cultural relevance

C.4.A portray theatre as a reflection of life in particular times, places, and cultures.

C.4.B relate historical and cultural influences on theatre.

C.4.C identify the impact of live theatre, film, television, and electronic media on contemporary society.

C.4.D appreciate the cultural heritages of world drama and theatre and identify key figures, works, and trends in dramatic literature.

C.4.E appreciate the multicultural heritage of United States drama and theatre and identify key figures, works, and trends in dramatic literature.

C.4.F identify and appreciate the innovations and contributions of the United States to the performing arts such as theatre, melodrama, musical theatre, radio, film, television, technology, or electronic media.

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.

C.5.D evaluate live theatre in written and oral form with precise and specific observations using appropriate evaluative theatre vocabulary such as intent, structure, effectiveness, and value.

C.5.E evaluate film, television, or other media in written or oral form with precise and specific observations using appropriate evaluative theatre vocabulary such as intent, structure, effectiveness, and value.

C.5.F explore career and avocational opportunities such as theatre education, arts administration, performance, design, management, and playwriting in theatre or media and evaluate the training, skills, self-discipline, and artistic discipline needed to pursue such opportunities.

C.5.G use technology such as electronic portfolios, research projects, and journals to document and present information in a clear and coherent manner.

C.5.H connect theatre skills and experiences to higher education and careers outside of the theatre.

HS 117.316 LII - Foundations: Inquiry and Understanding

C.1.A develop and practice theatre warm-up techniques.

C.1.B develop and practice stage movement techniques consistently to express thoughts, feelings, and actions non-verbally.

C.1.C demonstrate effective voice and diction.

C.1.D analyze dramatic structure and genre.

C.1.E identify examples of theatrical conventions in theatre, film, television, and electronic media.

C.1.F relate the interdependence of all theatrical elements.

C.1.G develop and practice memorization skills.

HS 117.316 LII - Creative Expression: performance

C.2.A model safe, appropriate techniques to allow for physical, vocal, and emotional expression.

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

C.2.C demonstrate effective voice and diction to express thoughts and feelings.

C.2.D apply physical, intellectual, emotional, and social interactions to portray believable characters and convey a story when applying acting concepts, skills, and techniques.

C.2.E develop physical techniques consistently to express thoughts, feelings, and actions non-verbally.

C.2.F create, write, devise, and refine original monologues, improvisations, scenes, or vignettes to convey meaning to the audience through live performance or media forms.

HS 117.316 LII - Creative Expression: production

C.3.A develop and practice safe and effective stagecraft skills.

C.3.B read and analyze cultural, social, and political aspects of a script to determine technical elements.

C.3.C analyze characters, themes, duties, and elements of a script to determine artistic roles and technical assignments.

C.3.D perform a role such as actor, director, designer, technician, or editor in production decision making and collaborate with others to tell a story through live theatre or media performance.

C.3.E develop responsibility, artistic discipline, and creative problem solving by concentrating in one or more areas of theatre production such as acting, technical theatre, or theatre management.

HS 117.316 LII - Historical and cultural relevance

C.4.A analyze historical and cultural influences on theatre.

C.4.B analyze ways in which theatre, television, and film play a role in our daily lives and influence our values and behaviors.

C.4.C analyze and evaluate the impact of live theatre, film, television, and electronic media in contemporary society.

C.4.D research the influences of world drama and theatre and identify key figures, works, and trends in dramatic literature.

C.4.E research the influences of the multicultural heritage of drama and theatre in the United States and identify key figures, works, and trends in dramatic literature.

C.4.F identify and appreciate the innovations and contributions of the United States to the performing arts such as theatre, melodrama, musical theatre, radio, film, television, technology, or electronic media.

HS 117.316 LII - Critical evaluation and response

C.5.A evaluate and apply appropriate audience etiquette at various types of performances.

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

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

C.5.D evaluate the treatment of artistic elements such as theme, character, setting, and action in theatre, musical theatre, dance, art, music, or other media and integrate more than one art form in informal presentations.

C.5.E examine career and avocational opportunities such as theatre education, arts administration, performance, design, management, and playwriting in theatre or other media and evaluate the training, skills, self-discipline, and artistic discipline needed to pursue such opportunities.

C.5.F use technology such as portfolios, research projects, and journals to document and present information in a clear and coherent manner.

C.5.G connect theatre skills and experiences to higher education and careers outside of the theatre.

HS 117.317 LIII - Foundations: Inquiry and Understanding

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

C.1.B experiment with stage movement.

C.1.C distinguish the proper techniques such as diction, inflection, and projection in the use of voice.

C.1.D analyze and evaluate dramatic structure and genre.

C.1.E distinguish between the theatrical conventions of theatre, film, television, and other media.

C.1.F evaluate the interdependence of all theatrical elements.

C.1.G develop and practice memorization skills.

HS 117.317 LIII - Creative Expression: performance

C.2.A employ safe, appropriate techniques to allow for physical, vocal, and emotional expression.

C.2.B analyze creativity as it relates to self and ensemble and its effect on audience.

C.2.C analyze characters from various genres and styles, describing physical, intellectual, emotional, and social dimensions.

C.2.D experiment with improvisation and scripted scenes of various styles to portray believable characters.

C.2.E write dialogue that reveals character motivation, advances plot, provides exposition, and reveals theme.

C.2.F integrate two or more art or media forms in a performance.

HS 117.317 LIII - Creative Expression: production

C.3.A experiment with technical elements of theatre safely and effectively in improvisation or scripted scenes or plays.

C.3.B analyze and evaluate dramatic texts as a basis for technical discussions, considering themes, settings, times, literary styles, genres, and characters.

C.3.C cast and direct duet scenes.

C.3.D perform a role such as actor, director, designer, technician, or editor in production decision making and collaborate with others to tell a story through live theatre or media performance.

C.3.E perform the role of actor, director, or technician, demonstrating responsibility, artistic discipline, and creative problem solving.

HS 117.317 LIII - Historical and cultural relevance

C.4.A evaluate historical and cultural influences on theatre.

C.4.B analyze ways in which theatre, television, and film play a role in our daily lives and influence our values and behaviors.

C.4.C employ and evaluate the impact of live theatre, film, television, and other media in contemporary society.

C.4.D research the influences of world drama and theatre and identify key figures, works, and trends in dramatic literature.

C.4.E research the influences of the multicultural heritage of drama and theatre in the United States and identify key figures, works, and trends in dramatic literature.

C.4.F identify and appreciate the innovations and contributions of the United States to the performing arts such as theatre, melodrama, musical theatre, radio, film, television, technology, or electronic media.

HS 117.317 LIII - Critical evaluation and response

C.5.A compare behavior at various types of performances and practice appropriate audience etiquette.

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

C.5.C apply the concepts of evaluation to performances and evaluate theatre, film, television, and other media with depth and complexity using appropriate vocabulary.

C.5.D compare communication methods of theatre with those of art, music, dance, and other media.

C.5.E make judgments about selected career and avocational opportunities such as theatre education, arts administration, performance, design, management, and playwriting in theatre, film, television, and other media and analyze the training, skills, self-discipline, and artistic discipline needed to pursue such opportunities.

C.5.F use technology such as portfolios, research projects, and journals to document and present information in a clear and coherent manner.

C.5.G relate theatre skills and experiences to higher education and careers outside of the theatre.

C.5.H create a personal resume or portfolio of theatrical experience.

HS 117.318 LIV - Foundations: Inquiry and Understanding

C.1.A create and demonstrate theatre preparation and warm-up techniques.

C.1.B devise and model stage movement.

C.1.C model proper techniques such as diction, inflection, and projection in the use of effective voice.

C.1.D compare the structure of theatre to that of film, television, and other media.

C.1.E evaluate theatrical conventions of various cultural and historical periods.

C.1.F evaluate the interdependence of all theatrical elements.

C.1.G develop and model memorization skills.

HS 117.318 LIV - Creative Expression: performance

C.2.A model safe, appropriate techniques to allow for physical, vocal, and emotional expression.

C.2.B demonstrate creativity as it relates to self and ensemble and its effect on audience.

C.2.C analyze and interpret characters from various genres and styles, describing physical, intellectual, emotional, and social dimensions.

C.2.D interpret scripted scenes of various styles to portray believable characters.

C.2.E create individually or devise collaboratively imaginative scripts and scenarios.

HS 117.318 LIV - Creative Expression: production

C.3.A experiment with the technical elements of theatre safely and effectively in improvisation or scripted scenes or plays.

C.3.B analyze and evaluate dramatic texts and direct brief scenes.

C.3.C demonstrate understanding of a director's responsibility to the author's intent, script, actors, designers, technicians, and audience.

C.3.D analyze production plans that include research, rehearsal plans, technical designs, and blocking.

C.3.E demonstrate leadership by casting and directing a long scene or a short play, producing a unified theatrical production.

C.3.F apply expertise in one or more areas of theatre production, demonstrating responsibility, artistic discipline, and creative problem solving.

HS 117.318 LIV - Historical and cultural relevance

C.4.A evaluate historical and cultural influences on theatre.

C.4.B analyze ways in which theatre, television, and film play a role in our daily lives and influence our values and behaviors.

C.4.C employ and evaluate the impact of live theatre, film, television, and other media in contemporary society.

C.4.D research the influences of world drama and theatre and identify key figures, works, and trends in dramatic literature.

C.4.E research the influences of the multicultural heritage of drama and theatre in the United States and identify key figures, works, and trends in dramatic literature.

C.4.F identify and appreciate the innovations and contributions of the United States to the performing arts such as theatre, melodrama, musical theatre, radio, film, television, technology or electronic media.

HS 117.318 LIV - Critical evaluation and response

C.5.A evaluate and practice appropriate audience behavior at various types of performances.

C.5.B defend theatre as an art form and value self as a creative being.

C.5.C apply evaluation concepts to performances, and compare and contrast literary and dramatic criticism of theatre, film, television, or other media.

C.5.D compare and contrast the elements and communication methods of theatre, film, music, art, dance, or other media in a specific culture or historical period.

C.5.E evaluate selected career and avocational opportunities such as theatre education, arts administration, performance, design, management, playwriting, and dramatic criticism in theatre, film, television, and other media and analyze the training, skills, self-discipline, and artistic discipline needed to pursue such opportunities.

C.5.F employ technology such as portfolios, research projects, and journals to communicate and present findings in a clear and coherent manner.

C.5.G appraise personal theatre skills and experiences to opportunities in higher education and careers outside of the theatre.

C.5.H create a personal resume or portfolio of theatrical experience.