Theatre 1 · Week 24 · Scene Work and Rehearsal

Design Choices

Students sketch a set or costume concept and explain how their design choices create a mood for the audience.

Responsible decision-makingGrades 9 to 12About 20 minutesProficient

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Students will: Students sketch a set or costume concept for a scene and explain how color, light, and shape create a mood while considering safety, cost, and respect (TH:Cr1.1.HSI).
SEL skill: Weigh mood, safety, cost, and respect before choosing a design
What it looks like: Students practice responsible decision-making by weighing the effect on the audience, safety, and respect for culture in design choices.
Content focus: Design choices: lights, sets, and costumes
Format: Collaborative analysis

Responsible decision-making

Responsible decision-making means making caring, constructive choices by considering ethics, safety, and consequences. More responsible decision-making activities

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Standards

TH:Cr1.1.HSI: Theatre, Creating, Anchor Standard 1 (Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work), High School Proficient
Artistic process: Creating
Level: High School Proficient

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