Lesson Plans
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Students will demonstrate an understanding of 4 functions of lighting by using flashlights to light a student on stage in different ways.
Students will demonstrate their understanding of the physical stage by placing themselves according to what “Simon Says.”
Students will demonstrate an understanding of theater-related jobs and their structure by placing themselves on a theater structure chart.
Students will demonstrate their understanding of theatre jargon and elementary acting by completing a worksheet and presenting a group scene.
Students will apply their knowledge of acting terminology and methods by dissecting, blocking, and marking a script.
Students will demonstrate an ability to unlock their imaginations by participating in some beginning exercises for imagination.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of improvisation by completing an improvisation activity.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of how to paint faux wood grain for the stage by practicing it themselves.