Theatre 1 · Week 2 · Ensemble and Trust

Building the Ensemble

Through name and rhythm games, students build ensemble and agree on norms for a supportive theatre space.

Relationship skillsGrades 9 to 12About 20 minutesProficient

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Students will: Students use name and rhythm games to practice ensemble work and write class norms that explain how actors, directors, and designers depend on each other.
SEL skill: Listen and cooperate to set shared norms
What it looks like: Students practice relationship skills by listening, cooperating, and agreeing on norms that support the whole group.
Content focus: Building the ensemble: names, rhythm, and norms
Format: Small group problem-solving

Relationship skills

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Standards

TH:Cr2.1.HSI: Theatre, Creating, Anchor Standard 2 (Organize and develop artistic ideas and work), High School Proficient
Artistic process: Creating
Level: High School Proficient

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