Theater Arts

Theatre Arts
Subject Outline
The theatre program in place at Grand Canyon School contributes to the school curriculum by offering a distinctive way of learning where seeing, feeling, hearing, thinking and creating are combined in a powerful form of visual, oral and affective communication. The theatre program will establish links between subjects, cultures, and different areas of experience. MYP theatre allows students to develop the ability to express themselves and their ideas about the world they live in, working both independently and as members of an ensemble for classroom and public performances.

Theatre Arts

Subject Outline

The theatre program in place at Grand Canyon School contributes to the school curriculum by offering a distinctive way of learning where seeing, feeling, hearing, thinking and creating are combined in a powerful form of visual, oral and affective communication.

The theatre program will establish links between subjects, cultures, and different areas of experience. MYP theatre allows students to develop the ability to express themselves and their ideas about the world they live in, working both independently and as members of an ensemble for classroom and public performances.

Aims and Objectives

Aims
Participation in MYP theatre should enable students to:

experience and develop curiosity, interest, and enjoyment in their own creativity and that of others
explore through the processes of the performing arts
acquire and develop skills needed for the creation of performing art work.
use the language concepts and principals of the performing arts
create performing art work
reflect on, appreciate and evaluate their work and the work of others
develop receptiveness to performing art forms across time, place and cultures, and perceive the significance of these art forms as an integral part of life.

Objectives
A- Knowledge and Understanding
At the end of the course students should be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the theoretical basis of the art studied
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a variety of styles, developments and ideas which have shaped the arts across time and cultures
Apply appropriate terminology to show aesthetic and critical awareness

B- Application
At the end of this course students should be able to:

Plan and organize effectively to define and set goals, solve problems, negotiate and make decisions
Experiment and explore through both spontaneous and structured activities
Use art confidently as a form of expression and communication while demonstrating a range of technical skills
Demonstrate an ability to find original and inventive solutions
Apply skills specific to the art forms studied to elaborate an idea, a theme, or a composition to a point of realization
Present work through formal or informal exhibition

C-Evaluation and Reflection
At the end of the course students should be able to:

Reflect upon and evaluate their work in order to set goals for future development
Use group discussion and feedback to support and promote creative development
Assess and appraise their work and that of others

D- Artistic Awareness and Personal Engagement
At the end of the course students should be able to:

Show sensitivity to their own and different cultures
Accept and incorporate views and feedback from others to further develop their potential
Show self motivation in setting and meeting deadlines
Show initiative, creativity, and a willingness to take risks
Support and encourage their peers towards a positive working environment.

Course	Outline
Middle School Drama (Levels I-III)	Drama I (Levels (IV-V)
Puppetry Improvisation Movement Dramatic Reading Monologue and Choral Performance Reading a Play Acting Scene Performance The Production Project	Introduction to the Stage Reading a Play Physical Expression Dramatic Reading Technical Theatre/stagecraft The Production Project Acting and Performance Directing and Producing World Theatre Studies

Assessment occurs regularly using formative and summative tasks and tests. The assessment criteria is used to judge regularly the effectiveness of both teaching and the learning process which helps students and teacher to identify strengths and weaknesses.
Assessment tasks include: written response, performance presentations, tests, and design projects

	Assessment	Criteria
Criteria A Knowledge and Understanding Understanding of the topic and the ability to talk about the topic using a range of specific vocabulary.	Criteria B Application Planning and organizational skills as well as ability and creativity. Ability to show a range of skills and techniques connected to the topic.	Criteria C Reflection and Evaluation Reflection and evaluation of development and process of learning. Analyzing the quality of the work and suggesting improvements.	Criteria D Artistic Awareness and Personal Engagement Interest and personal engagement. The ability to show initiative, enthusiasm and commitment.

Theatre Arts - Course Outline
2006/2007

Name of Course: Middle School Drama (Levels I-III)

Teacher: Cynthia Vaughan Granberg

Contact Information: cynthiag@grandcanyonschool.org 928.638.2461 ext. 207

Course Description: Middle School drama will help students develop dramatic skills and understanding of theatre concepts and dramatic elements. The course will include a basic study of movement, voice, acting, characterization, improvisation, theatrical conventions, and theatrical production. Students will also read and respond to plays, view recordings of productions, and ideally attend a live theatre performance. A primary goal of the course is for students to experience and develop curiosity, interest, and enjoyment in their own creativity and that of others. Internationalism and multicultural awareness is pursued through play, poetry, and prose selections, as well as through the puppetry unit.

Students will be assessed through daily class work and activities, written reflections in their developmental journal, participation and attitude, and group and individual performance projects.

Formative and summative assessment tasks will primarily be performance based and referenced to the IB criteria of Knowledge and Understanding, Application, Reflection and Evaluation, and Artistic Awareness and Personal Engagement.

Topics:
Puppetry
Puppetry and World Cultures
Puppet Construction and Performance

Introduction to the Stage
Theatre vocabulary
Stage direction

Improvisation
Verbal and nonverbal theatre games

Movement
Physical warm-ups
Pantomime

Dramatic Reading Oral interpretation of poetry
Principles of readerís theatre

Monologue and Choral Performance
Voice
The monologue
The scene (with pairs and groups of three)

The Production Project

A readers theatre performance to be produced and performed by the class in cooperation with high school drama students for evening audiences.

Reading a Play
Shared reading, analysis and discussion of a play.

Acting
Movement
Voice
Improvisation
The monologue
The scene (with pairs and groups of three)

Technical Theatre
Costume
Makeup
Set design

Scene Performance
Blocking
Creating a mood
The scene (small groups)

The Production Project II

Students will produce and perform a one or two-act play for evening audiences in conjunction with high school drama class.

Teaching and Assessment

Teaching: The class will be organized around a workshop structure, and instruction will be student centered. Teaching methods will include lecture and teacher modeling, but will primarily be inquiry driven and performance based. Students will work both independently and collaboratively.
Assessment: Assessment in the class will be ongoing, formative and summative, and task oriented. Assessment each semester will include the developmental workbook or journal, and student performance. All assessment tasks will be considered using the appropriate IB criteria of Knowledge and Understanding, Application, Reflection and Evaluation, and Artistic Awareness and Personal Engagement.

Theatre Arts - Course Outline
2006/2007

Name of Course: Drama I (Levels IV-V)

Teacher: Cynthia Vaughan Granberg

Contact Information: cynthiag@grandcanyonschool.org 928.638.2461 ext. 207

Course Description: Drama I will help students develop an understanding and appreciation of theatre concepts. Students will study drama and theatre arts in social, cultural, and historical contexts. The course will include a basic study of movement, voice, acting, characterization, improvisation, theatrical conventions, and theatrical production. Students will also have the opportunity to respond to and interpret diverse theatrical experiences including reading plays, viewing recordings of productions, and ideally attending live performances. A primary goal of the course is for students to experience and develop curiosity, interest, and enjoyment in their own creativity and that of others. Internationalism and multicultural awareness is pursued through play, poetry, and prose selections, as well as through the World Theatre unit. Students will be assessed through daily class work and activities, written reflections in their developmental journal, participation and attitude, and group and individual performance projects. Formative and summative assessment tasks will primarily be performance based and referenced to the IB criteria of Knowledge and Understanding, Application, Reflection and Evaluation, and Artistic Awareness and Personal Engagement.

Topics:
Getting Acquainted
The workings of the class
Some basic theatre games
Relaxation/concentration

Introduction to the Stage
Learning the language
Stage direction
Parts of the theatre structure

Reading a Play
Shared reading, analysis and discussion of a play.

Physical Expression
Warm-ups
Movement
Pantomime

Dramatic Reading Oral interpretation of poetry and prose.
Principles of readers theatre.

The Production Project

A readers theatre performance to be produced and performed by the class in conjunction with middle school drama students for evening audiences

Technical Theatre/Stage Craft
Costume
Makeup
Lighting
Set design

Acting and Performance
Movement
Voice
Improvisation
The monologue
The scene (with pairs and groups of three)

Directing and Producing
Blocking
Creating a mood
Script Analysis
Stage Managing

World Theatre Studies
Theatre and Culture
Alternative theatre traditions

The Production Project II

Students will produce and perform a one or two-act play for evening audiences in conjunction with middle school drama class.

Teaching and Assessment

Teaching: The class will be organized around a workshop structure, and instruction will be student centered. Teaching methods will include lecture and teacher modeling, but will primarily be inquiry driven and performance based. Students will work both independently and collaboratively.
Assessment: Assessment in the class will be ongoing, formative and summative, and task oriented. Assessment each semester will include the developmental workbook or journal, and student performance. All assessment tasks will be considered using the appropriate IB criteria of Knowledge and Understanding, Application, Reflection and Evaluation, and Artistic Awareness and Personal Engagement.

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