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K–12 Standards

Theatre: Grade 7

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Creating

  • 1:

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.

    1. a.

      Investigate multiple perspectives and solutions to performance challenges in a drama/theatre work.TH:Cr1.1.7.a

    2. b.

      Explain and present solutions to design challenges in a drama/theatre work.TH:Cr1.1.7.b

    3. c.

      Envision and describe a scripted or improvised character's inner thoughts and objectives that are authentic to a drama/theatre work.TH:Cr1.1.7.c

  • 2:

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.

    1. a.

      Examine and justify original ideas and artistic choices in a drama/theatre work based on critical analysis, background knowledge, and historical and cultural context.TH:Cr2.1.7.a

    2. b.

      Define and demonstrate the collaborative responsibilities of actor, director, and designer to present a drama/theatre work.TH:Cr2.1.7.b

  • 3:

    Revise, refine, and complete artistic work.

    1. a.

      Analyze and refine choices in a unified devised or scripted drama/theatre work.TH:Cr3.1.7.a

    2. b.

      Develop effective physical and vocal traits of characters in an improvised or scripted drama/theatre work.TH:Cr3.1.7.b

    3. c.

      Consider multiple planned technical design elements during the rehearsal process for a devised or scripted drama/theatre work.TH:Cr3.1.7.c

Performing

  • 4:

    Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation.

    1. a.

      Analyze the dramatic arc of a drama/theatre work.TH:Pr4.1.7.a

    2. b.

      Use a variety of character objectives and motives in a scene.TH:Pr4.1.7.b

  • 5:

    Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.

    1. a.

      Participate in a variety of acting exercises and techniques that can be applied in a rehearsal or drama/theatre performance.TH:Pr5.1.7.a

    2. b.

      Experiment with a variety of technical elements that can be applied to a design in a drama/theatre work.TH:Pr5.1.7.b

  • 6:

    Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.

    1. a.

      Demonstrate a primary theme in a drama/theatre performance.TH:Pr6.1.7.a

Responding

  • 7:

    Perceive and analyze artistic work.

    1. a.

      Articulate personal reactions to artistic choices in a drama/theatre work.TH:Re7.1.7.a

  • 8:

    Construct meaningful interpretations of artistic work.

    1. a.

      Contrast multiple personal experiences and choose the most appropriate when participating in a drama/theatre work.TH:Re8.1.7.a

    2. b.

      Describe how cultural perspectives can influence the interpretation of a drama/theatre work.TH:Re8.1.7.b

    3. c.

      Interpret how the use of personal aesthetics can be used to discuss a drama/theatre work.TH:Re8.1.7.c

  • 9:

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.

    1. a.

      Explain preferences, using supporting evidence and criteria to evaluate drama/theatre work.TH:Re9.1.7.a

    2. b.

      Evaluate the production elements used in a drama/theatre work to assess aesthetic choices.TH:Re9.1.7.b

    3. c.

      Identify a specific audience or purpose for a drama/theatre work.TH:Re9.1.7.c

Connecting

  • 10:

    Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art.

    1. a.

      Incorporate multiple perspectives and diverse community ideas in a drama/theatre work.TH:Cn10.1.7.a

  • 11:

    Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding.

    1. a.

      Examine contemporary social, cultural, or global issues by using music, dance, art, and/or media in a drama/theatre work.TH:Cn11.1.7.a

    2. a.

      Research the story elements of a staged drama/theatre work and compare them to another production of the same work.TH:Cn11.2.7.a

    3. b.

      Compare the drama/theatre conventions of a given time period with those of the present.TH:Cn11.2.7.b

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 7
When were these standards adopted?
2016
Where can I read the official document?
Fine Arts Standards: Theatre

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