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Theatre: Grade 5

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Elementary Theatre

  • 1.

    The student develops concepts about self, human relationships, and the environment using elements of drama and conventions of theatre. The student is expected to:5.1

    1. A.

      develop characterization using sensory and emotional recall;5.1.A

    2. B.

      develop body awareness and spatial perceptions using pantomime;5.1.B

    3. C.

      respond to sounds, music, images, language, and literature using movement;5.1.C

    4. D.

      express emotions and relate ideas using interpretive and planned movement and dialogue;5.1.D

    5. E.

      integrate life experiences in dramatic play;5.1.E

    6. F.

      portray environment, character, and actions; and5.1.F

    7. G.

      demonstrate correct use of basic theatrical terminology.5.1.G

  • 2.

    The student interprets characters using the voice and body expressively and creates dramatizations. The student is expected to:5.2

    1. A.

      demonstrate safe use of the voice and body;5.2.A

    2. B.

      describe characters, their relationships, and their surroundings in detail;5.2.B

    3. C.

      create movements and portray a character using dialogue appropriately;5.2.C

    4. D.

      dramatize literary selections in unison, pairs, or groups, demonstrating a logical connection of events and describing the characters, their relationships, and their surroundings; and5.2.D

    5. E.

      create simple stories collaboratively through imaginative play, improvisations, and story dramatizations, demonstrating a logical connection of events describing the characters, their relationships, and their surroundings.5.2.E

  • 3.

    The student applies design, directing, and theatre production concepts and skills. The student is expected to:5.3

    1. A.

      demonstrate character, environment, action, and theme using props, costumes, and visual elements;5.3.A

    2. B.

      alter space appropriately to create suitable performance environments for playmaking;5.3.B

    3. C.

      plan dramatizations collaboratively; and5.3.C

    4. D.

      interact cooperatively with others in dramatizations.5.3.D

  • 4.

    The student relates theatre to history, society, and culture. The student is expected to:5.4

    1. A.

      explain theatre as a reflection of life in particular times, places, cultures, and oral traditions specific to American history;5.4.A

    2. B.

      examine the role of live theatre, film, television, or electronic media throughout American history; and5.4.B

    3. C.

      analyze and compare theatre artists and their contributions to theatre and society.5.4.C

  • 5.

    The student responds to and evaluates theatre and theatrical performances. The student is expected to:5.5

    1. A.

      analyze and apply appropriate audience behavior at a variety of performances;5.5.A

    2. B.

      compare visual, aural, oral, and kinetic aspects of informal and formal theatre with the elements of art, dance, or music; and5.5.B

    3. C.

      identify and discuss how movement, music, or visual elements enhance ideas and emotions depicted in theatre.5.5.C

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 5
When were these standards adopted?
2013
Where can I read the official document?
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Theatre

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