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K–12 Standards

HS Accomplished

Other National Core Arts Standards Theatre sets

Creating

  • 1

    Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and workTH:Cr1.HS2

    1.  

      Envision/Conceptualize

      1. a

        Investigate historical and cultural conventions and their impact on the visual composition of a drama/theatre work.TH:Cr1.a.HS2

      2. b

        Understand and apply technology to design solutions for a drama/theatre work.TH:Cr1.b.HS2

      3. c

        Use personal experiences and knowledge to develop a character that is believable and authentic in a drama/theatre work.TH:Cr1.c.HS2

  • 2

    Organize and develop artistic ideas and work. TH:Cr2.HS2

    1.  

      Develop

      1. a

        Refine a dramatic concept to demonstrate a critical understanding of historical and cultural influences of original ideas applied to a drama/theatre work. TH:Cr2.a.HS2

      2. b

        Cooperate as a creative team to make interpretive choices for a drama/theatre work.TH:Cr2.b.HS2

  • 3

    Refine and complete artistic work.TH:Cr3.HS2

    1.  

      Rehearse

      1. a

        Use the rehearsal process to analyze the dramatic concept and technical design elements of a devised or scripted drama/theatre work.TH:Cr3.a.HS2

      2. b

        Use research and script analysis to revise physical, vocal, and physiological choices impacting the believability and relevance of a drama/ theatre work.TH:Cr3.b.HS2

      3. c

        Re-imagine and revise technical design choices during the course of a rehearsal process to enhance the story and emotional impact of a devised or scripted drama/theatre work. TH:Cr3.c.HS2

Performing

  • 4

    Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation.
TH:Pr4.HS2

    1.  

      Select

      1. a

        Discover how unique choices shape believable and sustainable drama/ theatre work.TH:Pr4.a.HS2

      2. b

        Identify essential text information, research from various sources, and the director’s concept that influence character choices in a drama/theatre work.TH:Pr4.b.HS2

  • 5

    Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.TH:Pr5.HS2

    1.  

      Prepare

      1. a

        Refine a range of acting skills to build a believable and sustainable drama/theatre performance.TH:Pr5.a.HS2

      2. b

        Apply technical elements and research to create a design that communicates the concept of a drama/theatre production. TH:Pr5.b.HS2

  • 6

    Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.TH:Pr6.HS2

    1.  

      Share, Present

      1. a

        Present a drama/theatre work using creative processes that shape the production for a specific audience. TH:Pr6.a.HS2

Responding

  • 7

    Perceive and analyze artistic workTH:Re7.HS2

    1.  

      Reflect

      1. a

        Demonstrate an understanding of multiple interpretations of artistic criteria and how each might be used to influence future artistic choices of a drama/theatre work. TH:Re7.a.HS2

  • 8

    Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.
 TH:Re8.HS2

    1.  

      Interpret

      1. a

        Develop detailed supporting evidence and criteria to reinforce artistic choices, when participating in or observing a drama/theatre work.TH:Re8.a.HS2

      2. b

        Apply concepts from a drama/theatre work for personal realization about cultural perspectives and understanding. TH:Re8.b.HS2

      3. c

        Debate and distinguish multiple aesthetics, preferences, and beliefs through participation in and observation of drama/theatre work.TH:Re8.c.HS2

  • 9

    Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.TH:Re9.HS2

    1.  

      Evaluate

      1. a

        Analyze and assess a drama/theatre work by connecting it to art forms, history, culture, and other disciplines using supporting evidence and criteria.TH:Re9.a.HS2

      2. b

        Construct meaning in a drama/theatre work, considering personal aesthetics and knowledge of production elements while respecting others’ interpretations.TH:Re9.b.HS2

      3. c

        Verify how a drama/theatre work communicates for a specific purpose and audience. TH:Re9.c.HS2

Connecting

  • 10

    Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art. TH:Cn10.HS2

    1.  

      Empathize

      1. a

        Choose and interpret a drama/theatre work to reflect or question personal beliefs.TH:Cn10.a.HS2

  • 11

    Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understandingTH:Cn11.HS2

    1.  

      Interrelate

      1. a

        Integrate conventions and knowledge from different art forms and other disciplines to develop a cross-cultural drama/theatre work.TH:Cn11.1.a.HS2

    2.  

      Research

      1. a

        Formulate creative choices for a devised or scripted drama/theatre work based on theatre research about the selected topic.TH:Cn11.2.a.HS2

      2. b

        Explore how personal beliefs and biases can affect the interpretation of research data applied in drama/theatre work. TH:Cn11.2.b.HS2

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Theatre at a Glance

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