Theatre 1 · Week 30 · Theatre and Community

Careers in Theatre

Students research careers on and off stage, from stage management to lighting design, and identify one skill to build.

Self-managementGrades 9 to 12About 20 minutesProficient

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Students will: Students examine theatre careers on and off stage, choose one, and name a skill and a first step they can take this week.
SEL skill: Turn a hope into one small, specific step you can finish this week
What it looks like: Students practice self-management by setting a small goal and planning a first step toward something they want.
Content focus: Careers in Theatre
Format: Partner exchange

Self-management

Self-management means guiding your emotions, thoughts, and actions so you can reach the goals you set. More self-management activities

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Standards

CTE.AME.KPAS.3.1: Identify personal interests, aptitudes, information, and skills necessary for informed career decision-making.
Artistic process: Connecting
Level: High School Proficient

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