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K–12 Standards

Theater: Grade 4

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Produce

  • 1.

    Demonstrate ways in which an actor communicates character and emotions.

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      Explaining how music and sound are used to communicate emotion

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      Exhibiting concentration, recall, and memorization of sequencing to create a characterization

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      Combining physical shapes, levels, and facial expressions to depict emotions and moods of characters

  • 2.

    Improvise short scenes while working cooperatively in groups, including the use of role play.

  • 3.

    Describe the function in musical theatre of each arts discipline.

Respond

  • 4.

    Identify the elements of a scripted drama, including dialogue, character, plot, and setting.

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      Identifying conflict in a dramatic situation as it unfolds through dialogue

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      Analyzing the choice of setting and characters to determine authenticity

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      Demonstrating ways movement communicates characters and emotions

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    Identify thoughts and feelings evoked by a performance.

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      Connecting performances to personal feelings or experiences

    2. •

      Evaluating the effectiveness of artistic choices made in a production

    3. •

      Explaining the concepts of aesthetics and empathy

  • 6.

    Evaluate audience behavior of self and others to determine appropriateness.

  • 7.

    Evaluate the use of lighting, costumes, sound effects, makeup, props, and sets for effectiveness in a performance.

Understand

  • 8.

    Identify ways in which theatre reflects the social values and accomplishments of a culture.

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      Describing ways in which the arts play a role in everyday life

  • 9.

    Identify dramatic works written by and about Alabama and Alabamians.

  • 10.

    Recognize the various roles and responsibilities of those involved in staging a theatrical production.

  • 11.

    Identify possible connections between theatre concepts and concepts from other content areas.

  • 12.

    Use the computer to research and identify works in literature that have been translated into theatrical productions.

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 4
When were these standards adopted?
2006
Where can I read the official document?
Alabama Course of Study: Arts Education Theatre

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