John F Ross CVI ARTS DEPARTMENT

GRADE 10 - ADA 20

Units 1 - 6: 70% Term work

Unit 7: 20% Culminating Project

Exam 10%

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UNIT 1 - Group Process

By the end of the unit, I can demonstrate:

• the differences between leaders, followers and distractors.

• how to effectively follow instructions and work to deadlines.

• how to effectively work in groups.

• trust in working with others in a safe and supportive environment.

• how to apply strategies for the improvement of the group process.

• how to reflect upon what they have learned, in writing and orally.

 

UNIT 2 - Lighting

By the end of the unit, I can demonstrate:

• how to safely use lighting equipment

• how to safely use ladders

• an understanding of the differences in lighting instruments

• how to use a lighting system

• how to reflect upon what they have learned, in writing and orally.

 

UNIT 3 - Voice

 By the end of the unit, I can demonstrate:

• the importance of articulation, projection, vocal variety and memorization.

• the use of voice to support dramatic works.

• ability to support the lessons learned in units 1 & 2: group process and lighting.

• how to reflect upon what they have learned, in writing and orally.

 

UNIT 4 - Scene Study

By the end of the unit, I can demonstrate:

• understanding of the dynamics of orchestrating a scene

• demonstrate the ability to work effectively with partner(s).

• the ability to read plays, choose and develop a scene, rehearse and present said scene

• the ability to create and present a new scene from existing characters, settings, plots, and themes.

• how to reflect upon what they have learned, in writing and orally.

 

UNIT 5 - Stage Combat

By the end of the unit, I can demonstrate:

• specific stage combat moves in a safe and supportive manner.

• ability to work effectively with a partner(s).

• the ability to create, write, choreograph, rehearse and present a stage combat routine.

• how to reflect upon what they have learned, in writing and orally.

 

UNIT 6 - Mime

By the end of the unit, I can demonstrate:

• an understanding of the history of mime as a dramatic art form.

• the basic elements of mime.

• ability to work effectively with a partner(s).

• the ability to create, write, choreograph, rehearse and present a mime routine.

• how to reflect upon what they have learned, in writing and orally.

 

UNIT 7 - Children’s Theatre Production Unit

 By the end of the unit, I can demonstrate:

• an understanding elements of children’s theatre by reading and analyzing plays for young audiences.

• the ability to develop a character(s) in a play.

• work through a rehearsal process in development of a play.

• demonstrate the ability to write blocking, business and character notes for a play.

• worth through technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals and presentations for elementary students.

• the ability to work effectively with a cast and crew to specific deadlines.

• how to reflect on what they have learned, in writing and orally

 

ADDITIONAL I.S.P. UNIT 

-Play Reports and Live Show Reports - (Literacy Component) 

• The student will understand how to prepare an analysis of a play(s) that they will read.

• The student will understand how to prepare an analysis of a play(s) that they will see.