Creating: Artists/students use creative thinking and reasoning skills to perceive concepts and ideas to develop works. CR

  • 1

    Identify the elements of a plot structure and write an act using those elements.HSAC.1CR

  • 2

    Present a variety of monologues and scenes demonstrating an understanding of various theatrical forms and styles.HSAC.2CR

  • 3

    Discuss the artistic choices a playwright makes in a dramatic work and how these influence the interpretation and message of the work.HSAC.3CR

  • 4

    Examine a given text and create design choices based on content and context of the script, time period, and themes when provided with a budget-specific performance space.HSAC.4CR

  • 5

    Compare and contrast the works of two playwrights from two distinct historic periods.HSAC.5CR

  • 6

    Devise a scene surrounding a topic of interest as an ensemble.HSAC.6CR

Performing: Artists/students employ personal processes and skills to solve problems creatively and present work in various contexts. PE

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    Develop a complete character using physical, emotional, and vocal techniques in a memorized scene or monologue. HSAC.1PE

  • 2

    Pre-block and direct peers in a scene, applying the principles of composition to create an effective stage pictureHSAC.2PE

  • 3

    Apply technical knowledge and skills to collaborate and safely create functional scenery, properties, lighting, sound, costumes, and makeup.HSAC.3PE

Responding: Artists/students engage in analysis and interpretation to understand and evaluate artistic works. RE

  • 1

    Use theatrical vocabulary and terminology to critique the use of a specific style, genre, or period used to express an intended message. HSAC.1RE

  • 2

    Evaluate the resources directors use to enhance the playwright’s intent of a particular production.HSAC.2RE

  • 3

    Compare and contrast personal and professional criticism of a specific theatrical performance.HSAC.3RE

  • 4

    Justify and analyze personal artistic choices made throughout the artistic process and after self-evaluation.HSAC.4RE

  • 5

    After reading a play, compare and contrast factors that actors and designers would consider adapting for staging different physical settings and contemporary social influences.HSAC.5RE

Connecting: Artists/students understand and communicate the value of creative expressions in internal and external contexts.CO

  • 1

    Analyze how social, cultural, and individual emotional perspectives influence audience interpretation and response to a dramatic or theatrical work.HSAC.1CO

  • 2

    Examine and explain the impact of social, historical, and technological trends on key theatrical figures and works in various eras and cultures.HSAC.2CO

  • 3

    Integrate other art forms and academic disciplines in a theatrical experience.HSAC.3CO

  • 4

     Analyze a theatrical work in the context of its time period and culture.HSAC.4CO

  • 5

    Articulate how the skills learned and used in drama and theatre courses help prepare students for college and careers.HSAC.5CO

  • 6

    Integrate art and culture into the development of a theatrical work.HSAC.6CO

  • 7

    Develop and present an arts advocacy position that promotes lifelong involvement and support of the arts.HSAC.7CO

  • 8

    Assemble a personal drama or theatre portfolio with a resume to include completed works and works in progress and then present the portfolio to peers.HSAC.8CO

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12