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Historical, Cultural and Social Contexts Students understand and appreciate the historical, social, political and cultural contexts of drama/theater in societies both past and present. Students identify significant contributions of playwrights, actors, designers, technicians, composers/lyricists, choreographers, directors, producing organizations and inventors to dramatic/theatrical heritage. Students analyze the social and political forces that have influenced and do influence the function and role of drama/theater in the lives of people.B. Discuss the place of a dramatic/theatrical writer's body of work in drama/theater history. |
Creative Expression and Communication Students improvise, create, produce and perform dramatic/theatrical works. Students experiment with dramatic/theatrical processes, develop dramatic/theatrical skills and participate in drama/theater.B. Effectively use technology and/or resources to mount a performance. |
Analyzing and Responding Students respond to dramatic/theatrical texts, experiences and performances by describing the distinguishing characteristics and interpreting the meaning, themes and moods. Students analyze the creative techniques used in creating and performing dramatic/theatrical works and evaluate dramatic/theatrical works using appropriate criteria.B. Indicate the artistic techniques used in planning and performing drama/theater work. C. Evaluate dramatic/theatrical works using appropriate criteria. |
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Valuing the Arts/Aesthetic Reflection Students demonstrate an understanding of reasons why people value drama/theater and a respect for diverse opinions regarding dramatic/theatrical preferences. Students develop a personal drama/theater philosophy and articulate the significance of drama/theater in their lives.A. Defend their response to a drama/theater event based on their personal drama/theater philosophy. B. Respect diverse opinions regarding drama/theater preferences. |
Connections, Relationships and Applications Students identify similarities and differences between drama/theater and other art forms. Students recognize the relationship between concepts and skills learned through drama/theater with knowledge learned in other curricular subjects, life experiences and potential careers within and outside the arts. Students recognize the benefits of lifelong learning in drama/theater.C. Explain how the arts are an index to social values and accomplishments of a civilization. D. Engage in activities that lead to continued involvement in theater. |
