In this unit, students will develop skills in acting including movement, characterization, and vocal skills. The unit will culminate in a duo scene performance.
The national standards covered are:
b. Explore physical, vocal and physiological choices to develop a performance that is believable, authentic, and relevant to a drama/theatre work.
TH:Pr4.1.HSI
a. Examine how character relationships assist in telling the story of a drama/theatre work.
b. Shape character choices using given circumstances in a drama/theatre work.
TH:Re7.1.HSI
a. Respond to what is seen, felt, and heard in a drama/theatre work to develop criteria for artistic choices.
TH:Cn10.1.HSI
a. Investigate how cultural perspectives, community ideas and personal beliefs impact a drama/theatre work.