Theatre 1 · Week 29 · Theatre and Community

Critiquing a Performance

Students watch a live or recorded performance and evaluate it with evidence and criteria rather than likes and dislikes alone.

Responsible decision-makingGrades 9 to 12About 20 minutesProficient

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Students will: Students evaluate a short performance clip with three criteria and cite specific evidence for each rating instead of relying on likes and dislikes.
SEL skill: Support a judgment with evidence and keep feedback about the work
What it looks like: Students practice responsible decision-making by judging fairly, using evidence, and giving feedback that is kind and useful.
Content focus: Critiquing a Performance
Format: Structured discussion

Responsible decision-making

Responsible decision-making means choosing in caring, constructive ways by thinking about ethics, safety, and consequences. More responsible decision-making activities

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Standards

TH:Re9.1.HSI: Theatre, Responding, Anchor Standard 9 (Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work), High School Proficient
Artistic process: Responding
Level: High School Proficient

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