Theatre 2 - Intermediate (7th, 8th Grade)

5-10 Days

§117.211(1)(D)

§117.211(1)(E)

§117.211(1)(F)

§117.211(5)(B)

§117.211(5)(D)

Students will:

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of foundational theatre concepts 
• Demonstrate appropriate audience behavior during live performances.
• Identify and apply knowledge and skills of theatre to reinforce academic concept
• Understand and demonstrate appropriate personal and group social behavior in a theatre setting
• Demonstrate safe use of voice and body in acting
• Develop confidence and self-awareness through theatre experiences.
• Identify the role of the actor, director, designer, and technician in theatre production
• Understand the purpose and function of various theatrical spaces (e.g., proscenium, thrust, arena).
• Identify safe and effective use of vocal techniques in performance.

Ongoing Informal Assessment: 

• Check-ins during activities
• Exit tickets on theatre terms
• Peer evaluations
   

Summative Assessment:

• Written Vocab quiz or test
• Journal reflection or character analysis

10-15 Days 

1st Semester 

§117.211(1)(B)

§117.211(1)(E)

§117.211(2)(A)

§117.211(2)(B)

§117.211(5)(D)

Students will:

• develop and demonstrate control of voice and movement by exploring vocal techniques (projection, articulation, pitch, tone)
• Develop skills in physical expression (posture, gesture, stage presence)
• Increase growth in their ability to communicate character and emotion effectively on stage.
• Develop skills in socialization and working in an ensemble

Ongoing Informal Assessment: 

• Daily warm-up participation
• Exit tickets 
• Peer feedback sessions

Summative Assessments:

• Perform a short memorized duet scene demonstrating expressive voice and physical choices
• Reflection or Journal Entry

10-15 Days

§117.211(1)(B)

§117.211(1)(E)

§117.211(2)(A)

§117.211(2)(B)

§117.211(5)(D)

Students will:

• Explore and apply advanced physical theatre techniques—including pantomime, Laban movement analysis, Viewpoints, and tableaux
•  Develop skills to express character, emotion, and story without dialogue
• Develop skills in original ensemble and solo performances that demonstrate intentional physical choices
• Explore and apply skills in spatial awareness, and nonverbal storytelling.

Ongoing Informal Assessment: 

• Tableaux snapshots graded on clarity and shape
• Peer feedback during Laban and Viewpoints rehearsals
• Teacher observation with quick rubrics

Summative Assessment:

• Performance Task
  Perform a short original physical theatre piece (solo or small group)
• Reflection

15-20 Days

§117.211(1)(B)

§117.211(1)(E)

§117.211(2)(A)

§117.211(2)(B)

§117.211(5)(D)

Students will:

• explore the historical and cultural context of Italian Renaissance theatre
• analyze and perform elements of Commedia dell'Arte, including stock characters, improvisation, mask work, and physical comedy.
• Explore character-based movement exercises, improvisational scenarios
• Develop a performance that reflects the conventions of this theatrical style.

Ongoing Informal Assessment: 

• Character sketches/journals
• Participation in movement warm-ups and improvisation
• Exit slips or quick quizzes on historical facts and character traits

Summative Assessment:

• Students perform a shortCommedia-inspired scene or lazzi in small groups

15-20 Days

§117.211(1)(B)

§117.211(1)(E)

§117.211(2)(A)

§117.211(2)(B)

§117.211(5)(D)

Students will:

• analyze and develop believable characters by applying performance tools such as given circumstances, operative words, and the first four of Michael Shurtleff’s 12 Guideposts (relationship, conflict, the moment before, and humor).
• Demonstrate understanding of character objectives
• Develop skills in physical staging 
• Develop skills in vocal variety 
• Apply skills learned in a monologue or duet performance 

Ongoing Informal Assessment: 

• In-class check-ins and rehearsals
• Peer feedback sessions
• Scene blocking charts or annotated scripts
• Exit slips on vocabulary and acting tools

Summative Assessment:

• Memorized Performance of Monologue or Duet Scene
• Reflection or Character Analysis Journal
• Short written or verbal reflection on character choices
• Explanation of how Shurtleff’s guideposts shaped performance

15-20 Days

§117.211(1)(B)

§117.211(1)(E)

§117.211(2)(A)

§117.211(2)(B)

§117.211(5)(D)

Students will:

• read and analyze plays using plot diagrams and theatre vocabulary
• apply their understanding by writing original scenes and short plays
•  demonstrate dramatic structure, character development, and dialogue
• Students will revise, rehearse, and present their work in staged readings or performances.

Ongoing Informal Assessment:  

• Plot diagram worksheet
• First draft check-ins
• Peer critique forms
• Participation in table reads and feedback groups

Summative Assessment: 

• Original 10-Minute Play (Written)
• Performance or Staged Reading

• Short response on the writing process, challenges, and what they learned

10-15 Days

§117.211(1)(C)

§117.211(1)(F)

§117.211(5)(D)

Students will:

• explore the fundamentals of theatrical design 
• Develop skills in costume design by analyzing character traits, time period, and dramatic context.
• demonstrate understanding through historical research and script context
• justify design choices through written or verbal presentation, applying theatre vocabulary and design principles.

Ongoing Informal Assessment: 

• Costume vocabulary quiz or worksheet
• Character trait brainstorm for design prep
   
• Peer review checklists
• Rough sketch feedback

Summative Assessment:

• 1–2 character designs
• -Written explanation (materials, time period, symbolism, character traits)

20-25 Days

§117.211(1)(B)

§117.211(1)(E)

§117.211(2)(A)

§117.211(2)(B)

§117.211(5)(D)

Students will:

• develop performance and production skills by participating in all aspects of staging a short play, including auditioning, acting, and applying basic directing strategies
• Students will analyze scenes, make creative choices, and collaborate as actors or directors.
• students will explore play production logistics through interactive activities (such as the Play Production Game) and will pitch their own show (play or musical)
• demonstrating understanding of ensemble work, theatrical vocabulary, and production planning.

Ongoing Informal Assessment: 

• Audition rubric and feedback
• Rehearsal participation
• Directing checklists
• Play Production Game decision-making logs
• Peer feedback sessions

Summative Assessment:

• Performance of 30-Minute Play
• Pitch a Show Presentation
• Reflection Journal or Discussion