Drama
Drama
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WHS: Public Speaking
Grades 9 - 12This Course is dedicated to the skills needed to become a confident public speaker!
We will explore Confidence & stage presence, Principles of Public Speaking, 5 Tenets of Rhetoric , Ethical Speech, Debate, Informative Speaking. Materials for all units are linked in the class Digital Notebook ( This is just an example - many of the materials are linked, but not all)
Unit
Timeframe
Big Ideas (Statements or Essential Questions)
Major Learning Experiences from Unit
“More than Words”
Speech Basics
8 classes
Students will establish a classroom dynamic that will give them the base for a trusting and safe environment in which to take risks.
Write and perform a speech in 5 Paragraph format
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The Basics:
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Projection
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Tone
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Enunciation
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Posture
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Eye Contact
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5 Paragraph Speech format
“Teach me how to Dougie”
Demonstration Speech
8 Classes
Students will effectively write and perform a “How To” demonstration speech on a topic/skill that they are passionate about.
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Informative speaking
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Speaking while demonstrating
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Audience engagement
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Practice with The Basics!
“We Just Disagree”
Debate
6 - 8 classes
Students will explore the art of discourse and will team up to participate in a researched debate.
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Persuasive arguments
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Rhetoric
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Debate structure
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Research
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Collaboration
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Practice with the Basics
“What’s Wrong with Being Confident?”
Job Interviews
6 - 7 classes
Students will research what goes into writing an effective resume and participate in mock job interviews.
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Resume Writing
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Job Interview Skills
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Preparation
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Improvisation
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Persuasive speaking
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Critical Analysis (they choose who gets the job!)
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Practice with the Basics!
“You Choose!”
PBL Performance Art Final
6 - 8 classes
Students will collaborate to build a piece of performance art, drawing from the skills they have learned this year and based around a (student) chosen theme.
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Collaboration
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Performance
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Project Based Learning
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Practice with the Basics!
“Talking to the Moon”
Rhetoric
This is an additional unit if time allows (it has not in the current schedule)
Students will identify the 5 tenets of Rhetoric that will result in the performance of an ethical speech.
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The 5 Tenents of Rhetoric
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History of speech and discourse
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Ethical Speaking
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Current event/topics
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Speaking for a cause!
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Narrative:The Drama Department provides opportunities in the two allied arts: Theatre and Dance. Students of all experience levels are encouraged to participate, especially if interested in the extracurricular Plays, Musicals and Dance Theatre. These classes are directly aligned with the skills needed to excel for mainstage performance. Students will gain a solid foundation of pre-professional training through consecutive years of study within these programs.
DANCE & BODY MOVEMENT LEVEL I
Grades 9 10, 11, 12 College Prep 2.5 credits
This course offers an exciting study of physical stage and body movement for both performing and non-performing students. Learning to relax and feel comfortable with one’s body, in front of others, is essential for all students. Choreography, construction, and quality of movement are covered. Some detail is spent on different styles of movement, dance, mime, musical theatre and various ethnic styles. Students may repeat this course and will continue to receive credit. Students will be invited to participate in one evening performance at the end of the school year. This course meets the recommendations for an Arts class outlined in MassCore and may be repeated for credit.
Unit
Timeframe
Big Ideas (Statements or Essential Questions)
Major Learning Experiences from Unit
Unit 1
BREAK THE ICE!
Exploring the "TIONS!" of Dance & Theatre
4 Weeks
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Learning to Create a positive Body Image
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Building a Character Library and using those characters within a Dance, while building Confidence in one’s Physical Movement.
-
One Book Connection
Basic Dance and
Theatre Skills;
How to use your>
Imagination , Relaxation
Coordination,
Improvisation
Observation, Pattern Memorization,Dance Combinations,
Imitation.
How to Develop Character,
Sensory Awareness &
Group Choreography
Unit 2
Machines, Mime and More Advanced Dance
2 Weeks
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Gaining fluency in Theatre and Dance vocabulary through an Intermediate Dance Combination and Non Verbal Communication & Movement Skills
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Rhythmic Acuity
How to use your body as>
Machines
Non-Verbal Communication inc.
Mime Technique
How to identify>
Ballet Positions
Stage Directions
Dance Terminology
Abstract Movement
Intermediate Dance Combination
Unit 3
A Thematic Approach to Music/Dance Videos
3
Weeks
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Creating a Music/Dance Video, with Beginning, Middle, End structure, Story and Choreography all based on a Social, Cultural or Personal Belief.
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Appreciation for Equity
How to create>
Theme &
Dance Structure
How to work with>
Teams/Smaller Groups
To create & refine;
Choreography
Rehearsal Process
Videography
Critique
Unit 4
Broadening our Dance Horizons
2
Weeks
-
Increasing overall Dance Ability and Skills while being given the opportunity to express one’s own unique Culture/Historical Time Period through Dance.
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Respect for Diversity
How to increase>
Flexibility
Strength
Agility Balance
Dance Vocabulary
How to experience & appreciate>
Multicultural Dance
Period Dance
Unit 5
The Audition Process to Product!
2
Weeks
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Interpretation of the larger concept of the Process of Selection, not just through the Audition Process but Society in general.
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Learning to Interpret Feedback
How to Develop>
Confidence, Rhythmic Acuity, Role Playing, Direction,ChoreographyVerbal Communication,
How to>
Preparare for Live Performance
UNIT 6
Preparing for Main Stage Performance
4
Weeks
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Creating a Final Class Performance piece that is Coherent and possesses Aesthetic Unity.
-
Experiencing Theatre Process to Product
-
Technical Production Staff
How to develop>
Confidence in Movement
How to expand>
Choreography &
Choreographic Principles
Teamwork/Spacial Awareness
Rehearsal Discipline
Audience Etiquette
Accountability and Pride
IF TIME PERMITS!
UNIT 7
Broadway Musical Theatre
2
Weeks
-
Appreciation of the Musical Theatre Art Form and the evolution of Technology within the Theatre.
How to appreciate &
experience>
Musical Theatre
Libretto Reading
Stylistic Influences in Choreography
Listening, Watching
Performance
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STAGE & BODY MOVEMENT LEVEL I
Grades 9 10, 11, 12
This course offers an exciting study of physical stage and body movement for both performing and non-performing students. Learning to relax and feel comfortable with one’s body, in front of others, is essential for all students. Choreography, construction, and quality of movement are covered. Some detail is spent on different styles of movement, dance, mime, musical theatre and various ethnic styles. Students may repeat this course and will continue to receive credit. Students will be invited to participate in one evening performance at the end of the school year. This course meets the recommendations for an Arts class outlined in MassCore and may be repeated for credit.
Unit
Timeframe
Big Ideas (Statements or Essential Questions)
Major Learning Experiences from Unit
Unit 1
BREAK THE ICE!
Exploring the "TIONS!" of Dance & Theatre
4 Weeks
-
Learning to Create a positive Body Image
-
Building a Character Library and using those characters within a Dance, while building Confidence in one’s Physical Movement.
-
One Book Connection
Basic Dance and
Theatre Skills;
How to use your>
Imagination , Relaxation
Coordination,
Improvisation
Observation, Pattern Memorization,Dance Combinations,
Imitation.
How to Develop Character,
Sensory Awareness &
Group Choreography
Unit 2
Machines, Mime and More Advanced Dance
2 Weeks
-
Gaining fluency in Theatre and Dance vocabulary through an Intermediate Dance Combination and Non Verbal Communication & Movement Skills
-
Rhythmic Acuity
How to use your body as>
Machines
Non-Verbal Communication inc.
Mime Technique
How to identify>
Ballet Positions
Stage Directions
Dance Terminology
Abstract Movement
Intermediate Dance Combination
Unit 3
A Thematic Approach to Music/Dance Videos
3
Weeks
-
Creating a Music/Dance Video, with Beginning, Middle, End structure, Story and Choreography all based on a Social, Cultural or Personal Belief.
-
Appreciation for Equity
How to create>
Theme &
Dance Structure
How to work with>
Teams/Smaller Groups
To create & refine;
Choreography
Rehearsal Process
Videography
Critique
Unit 4
Broadening our Dance Horizons
2
Weeks
-
Increasing overall Dance Ability and Skills while being given the opportunity to express one’s own unique Culture/Historical Time Period through Dance.
-
Respect for Diversity
How to increase>
Flexibility
Strength
Agility Balance
Dance Vocabulary
How to experience & appreciate>
Multicultural Dance
Period Dance
Unit 5
The Audition Process to Product!
2
Weeks
-
Interpretation of the larger concept of the Process of Selection, not just through the Audition Process but Society in general.
-
Learning to Interpret Feedback
How to Develop>
Confidence, Rhythmic Acuity, Role Playing, Direction,ChoreographyVerbal Communication,
How to>
Preparare for Live Performance
UNIT 6
Preparing for Main Stage Performance
4
Weeks
-
Creating a Final Class Performance piece that is Coherent and possesses Aesthetic Unity.
-
Experiencing Theatre Process to Product
-
Technical Production Staff
How to develop>
Confidence in Movement
How to expand>
Choreography &
Choreographic Principles
Teamwork/Spacial Awareness
Rehearsal Discipline
Audience Etiquette
Accountability and Pride
IF TIME PERMITS!
UNIT 7
Broadway Musical Theatre
2
Weeks
-
Appreciation of the Musical Theatre Art Form and the evolution of Technology within the Theatre.
How to appreciate &
experience>
Musical Theatre
Libretto Reading
Stylistic Influences in Choreography
Listening, Watching
Performance
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-
The Dance Department provides opportunities in dance and movement.. Students of all experience levels are encouraged to participate, especially if interested in the extracurricular Musicals and Dance Theatre. These classes are directly aligned with the skills needed to excel for mainstage performance. Students will gain a solid foundation of pre-professional training through consecutive years of study within these programs.
DANCE & BODY MOVEMENT ADVANCED - LEVEL II INTENSIVE GRADES 11,12 (See Course Selection Booklet for synopsis)
Unit
Timeframe
Big Ideas (Statements or Essential Questions)
Major Learning Experiences from Unit
Standards (Including WIDA Standards)
Unit 1
ICE BREAKERS!
Expand the "TIONS' of Dance
4
Weeks
Continue creating a Positive Body Image
-
Stretching the Performer's "Comfort Zone"
-
Taking it to the “Next Level”
-
Increasing Confidence with one's Physical Movement and Developing more Fluent English & French Dance Vocabulary
-
One Book Connection
Intermediate to Advanced Dance & Theatre Skills:
How to use your>
Imagination, Concentration, Relaxation Observation,
Characterization, Physicalization,
Improvisation, Pattern Memorization, Dance Combinations, Coordination, Imitation, and Class Discussion.
How to identify> Ballet Positions and continue increasing Dance Terminology & French Ballet Terminology
How to master> Intermediate to Advanced Dance Combinations.
Explore, Plan,Revise
Express,Embody, Present,Analyze,
Interpret
DA:CR1.1.III
DACR2.1.III
DA:PR4.1.III
DA:PR5.1.III
DA:PR6.1.III
DA:RE7.1.III
Unit 2
THE DANCE MUST HAVE A STORY!
Thematic Choreography
Ensemble Work!
Choreographic Mini Lab #1
4
Weeks
-
Challenging Movement Sequences
-
Stimulus Material Inspires “Taking Risks”
-
Dance Performance Pieces must have Theme,Structure and Meaning .
-
Dancers ARE Actors and may be Elements, as well as Animate and Inanimate Objects.
-
Improving a Strategy to record Choreography
-
Increasing Rehearsal Discipline and Deadlines
Technical Dance Combination
Machines:Acapella/with Music, Improvisational, Abstract with a Focus, choreographed
Improve Creative Writing Techniques using Music as Inspirational Stimulus
Collaborative Brainstorming & Research
Improvisational Physical Dramatization/Abstract Movement
Demonstrate Theory of the Delay/ Lab #1
Team Choreography
First Dance Performance
Critique
Explore,Plan,Revise
Express,Embody, Present
Analyze, Interpret, Critique
DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III DA"CR3.1.11I DA:PR4.1.III
DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III
DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE8.1.III
DA:RE9.1.III
Unit 3
Choreographic Mini LABS #2 & 3 !
Independant Choreography & Transitions
Dance is like Punctuation!
2-3
Weeks
-
Healthfulness of Movement and Dance
-
Progression
-
Expand Partner and Ensemble Skills
-
ALL students have a Creative Voice/ Sharing the 'Burden of Choreography"
-
More Fluent English & French Dance Vocabulary
Expand> Physical Warm Ups, Stretching Techniques and Dance Terminology
How to create>
Independant Choreography
Group Work /Problem Solving
Demonstrate Correct Mirror Imaging/ Lab #2
Transitions between Choreographers/ Lab #3
French Ballet Terminology
Reflect and Appreciate
Explore,Plan,Revise
Express,Embody, Present
Analyze, Interpret,
Critique , Relate
DA:CR1.1.III
DA:CR2.1.III
DA"CR3.1.11II
DA:PR4.1.III
DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III
DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE8.1.III
DA:RE 9.1.III
DA:CN 11.1.III
UNIT 4
GENRE
PERFORMANCE!
Through
Thematic Medley
Taking the Show
on the road!
4
WEEKS
-
More Complex and Stylistic Choreography
-
Representing ALL Dance Genres as Valid, exposing at least three in one given Medley
-
Time Management
-
Family and Community Engagement
How to create >
Collaborative Sectional Choreography by Genre first (Jazz, Tap, Lyrical Ballet, Couples, Broadway Musical Theatre, Period/Cultural Dance )
Culminating in Ensemble Genre Specific Choreography for Final section of class Medley
Complex Dance Structure
Rehearsal Discipline
Second Dance Performance
Critique through Videography
Compare & contrast various “Climates & Cultures” of each school visited.
Explore,Plan,Revise
Embody, Present
Analyze, Interpret,
Critique ,Synthesize,Relate
DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III
DA"CR3.1.11I DA:PR5.1.III
DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III
DA:RE8.1.III DA:RE9.1.III
DA:CN10.1.III
DA:CN11.1.II
Unit 5
CHOREOGRAPHIC
MINI LABS #4,5,6!
Making Yourself a More Effective, Creative Choreographer!
Dig Deeper!
Don't Judge!
4
WEEKS
-
Healthfulness of Movement and Dance
-
Thinking Outside The Box
-
Expand Partner and Ensemble Skills
-
Multiple Solutions to ANY Choreographic Experience
-
Choreographer's "Second Choice/Third Choice/Best Choice”
-
Choreographic Structure
Continue to expand> Physical Warm Ups, Stretching Techniques and Dance Terminology
How to experience & experiment with>
Group Work /Problem Solving
Entrances and Exits 2x
Dynamics and Tempo 3x
Themes and Variations Planned & Spontaneous
Demonstrate the "Labs"!
How to effectively>
Reflect and Appreciate
Explore,Plan,Revise
Express,Embody, Present
Analyze, Interpret,
Critique , Relate
DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III
DA"CR3.1.11IDA:PR4.1.III
DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III
DA:RE7.1.III
DA:RE8.1.III
DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN 11.1.III
Unit 6
MID WINTER DEMO!
Apply all Skills acquired in Mini Labs!
3
WEEKS
-
More Interesting and Complex Choices for Choreography
-
Artistic Growth & Versatility
-
Accountability
-
Leadership in a Larger Group
-
Artistic Preference
How to combine>
Collaborative Class Choreography
Application of expanded Labs > Entrances and Exits, Dynamics and Tempo, Themes and Variations
Third Dance Performance
Analize, Interpret & Critique
Explore,Plan,Revise
Express,Embody, Present
Analyze, Interpret,
Critique , Relate
DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III
DA"CR3.1.11IDA:PR4.1.III
DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III
DA:RE7.1.III
DA:RE8.1.III
DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN 11.1.II
Unit 7
PERFECTING THE AUDITION PROCESS
2/3
WEEKS
-
Interpretation of the larger concept of the Process of Selection, not just through the Audition Process but Society in general.
-
Dynamic Projection
-
Learning to Interpret, Give and Receive Feedback
-
Different Perspectives
-
Expanding Dance Literacy
How to Develop>
Confidence, Rhythmic Acuity, Blendability,Technique
Role Playing as Dancer, Director, Choreographer and Producer
Written Professional Resume
Verbal Communication
Preparation & Performance
Collaboration with Cross Curricular Disciplines
Explore, Plan, Revise
Express, Embody
Present,Analyze,
Interpret,Critique,
Synthesize,Relate
DA:CR1.1.III
DA:CR2.1.III DA:CR3.1.III DA:PR4.1.III DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III
DA:RE81.III
DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN10.1.III DA:CN11.1.III
UNIT 8
PREPARING FOR MAINSTAGE PERFORMANCE II
4/6
Weeks
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Creating two Final Class Performance Pieces that are Coherent and Technical with Aesthetic Unity.
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Experiencing Theatre Process to Product
-
Technical Production Staff
-
Lighting Dos & Don’t
How to Project >
Confidence and Increased Technique in TWO Performances
How to Master >
Intermediate Choreography including newly acquired
Choreographic Principles & Skills
Using appropriate English & French Dance Vocabulary
Teamwork/Spacial Awareness
Rehearsal Discipline
Audience Etiquette
Accountability and Pride
Explore, Plan,
Express,Revise,
Embody,
Present,Analyze,
Interpret,
Critique,Synthesize,Relate
DA:CR1.1.III
DA:CR2.1.III DA:CR3.1.III DA:PR4.1.III DA:PR5.1.III
DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE81.III
DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN10.1.III DA:CN11.1.III
Unit 9
THE ART OF TEACHING DANCE
(This Unit may be earlier, blended with Unit 8> overlapping a bit as Seniors are not here in June)
PARTICIPATION IN END OF YEAR FLASH MOBS & FIELD DAY!
(If Time/ No Snow Days & Juniors still in the Class)
2/3
WEEKS
1/2 WEEKS
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Roleplaying as “Dance Teacher”
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Artistic Choice
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Originality & “Choreographic Voice”
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Perspective
-
Time Management, Deadlines,
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Independence, Accountability & Adaptability
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Giving back to Retiring Educators
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Appreciation & Gratefulness
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Mentoring younger students from the Elementary School Community
How to Master The Art of Teaching >
Preparation, Research, Music Selection, Original, Independent Choreography
Leadership & Responsibility
Modeling Performance Skills
Vocal Projection, Eye Contact, Awareness & Ownership of Space
Professional & accurate use of English & French Dance Vocabulary
How to master> Choreography under pressure
How to Perform> in an Unpredictable Space!
How to adapt> an existing Performance Piece without the Seniors and for a different Audience
Explore, Plan, Revise, Embody, Envision
Present, Analyze,Interpret Critique,
Synthesize, Relate
DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III DA:CR3.1.III DA:PR4.1.III
DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE 7.1.III DA:Re 8.1.III
DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN10.1.III DA:CN11.1III
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Narrative:The Dance Department provides opportunities in dance and movement.. Students of all experience levels are encouraged to participate, especially if interested in the extracurricular Musicals and Dance Theatre. These classes are directly aligned with the skills needed to excel for mainstage performance. Students will gain a solid foundation of pre-professional training through consecutive years of study within these programs.
DANCE & BODY MOVEMENT ADVANCED - LEVEL II INTENSIVE GRADES 11,12 (See Course Selection Booklet for synopsis)
Unit
Timeframe
Big Ideas (Statements or Essential Questions)
Major Learning Experiences from Unit
Standards (Including WIDA Standards)
Unit 1
ICE BREAKERS!
Expand the "TIONS' of Dance
4
Weeks
Continue creating a Positive Body Image
-
Stretching the Performer's "Comfort Zone"
-
Taking it to the “Next Level”
-
Increasing Confidence with one's Physical Movement and Developing more Fluent English & French Dance Vocabulary
-
One Book Connection
Intermediate to Advanced Dance & Theatre Skills:
How to use your>
Imagination, Concentration, Relaxation Observation,
Characterization, Physicalization,
Improvisation, Pattern Memorization, Dance Combinations, Coordination, Imitation, and Class Discussion.
How to identify> Ballet Positions and continue increasing Dance Terminology & French Ballet Terminology
How to master> Intermediate to Advanced Dance Combinations.
Explore, Plan,Revise
Express,Embody, Present,Analyze,
Interpret
DA:CR1.1.III
DACR2.1.III
DA:PR4.1.III
DA:PR5.1.III
DA:PR6.1.III
DA:RE7.1.III
Unit 2
THE DANCE MUST HAVE A STORY!
Thematic Choreography
Ensemble Work!
Choreographic Mini Lab #1
4
Weeks
-
Challenging Movement Sequences
-
Stimulus Material Inspires “Taking Risks”
-
Dance Performance Pieces must have Theme,Structure and Meaning .
-
Dancers ARE Actors and may be Elements, as well as Animate and Inanimate Objects.
-
Improving a Strategy to record Choreography
-
Increasing Rehearsal Discipline and Deadlines
Technical Dance Combination
Machines:Acapella/with Music, Improvisational, Abstract with a Focus, choreographed
Improve Creative Writing Techniques using Music as Inspirational Stimulus
Collaborative Brainstorming & Research
Improvisational Physical Dramatization/Abstract Movement
Demonstrate Theory of the Delay/ Lab #1
Team Choreography
First Dance Performance
Critique
Explore,Plan,Revise
Express,Embody, Present
Analyze, Interpret, Critique
DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III DA"CR3.1.11I DA:PR4.1.III
DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III
DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE8.1.III
DA:RE9.1.III
Unit 3
Choreographic Mini LABS #2 & 3 !
Independant Choreography & Transitions
Dance is like Punctuation!
2-3
Weeks
-
Healthfulness of Movement and Dance
-
Progression
-
Expand Partner and Ensemble Skills
-
ALL students have a Creative Voice/ Sharing the 'Burden of Choreography"
-
More Fluent English & French Dance Vocabulary
Expand> Physical Warm Ups, Stretching Techniques and Dance Terminology
How to create>
Independant Choreography
Group Work /Problem Solving
Demonstrate Correct Mirror Imaging/ Lab #2
Transitions between Choreographers/ Lab #3
French Ballet Terminology
Reflect and Appreciate
Explore,Plan,Revise
Express,Embody, Present
Analyze, Interpret,
Critique , Relate
DA:CR1.1.III
DA:CR2.1.III
DA"CR3.1.11II
DA:PR4.1.III
DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III
DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE8.1.III
DA:RE 9.1.III
DA:CN 11.1.III
UNIT 4
GENRE
PERFORMANCE!
Through
Thematic Medley
Taking the Show
on the road!
4
WEEKS
-
More Complex and Stylistic Choreography
-
Representing ALL Dance Genres as Valid, exposing at least three in one given Medley
-
Time Management
-
Family and Community Engagement
How to create >
Collaborative Sectional Choreography by Genre first (Jazz, Tap, Lyrical Ballet, Couples, Broadway Musical Theatre, Period/Cultural Dance )
Culminating in Ensemble Genre Specific Choreography for Final section of class Medley
Complex Dance Structure
Rehearsal Discipline
Second Dance Performance
Critique through Videography
Compare & contrast various “Climates & Cultures” of each school visited.
Explore,Plan,Revise
Embody, Present
Analyze, Interpret,
Critique ,Synthesize,Relate
DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III
DA"CR3.1.11I DA:PR5.1.III
DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III
DA:RE8.1.III DA:RE9.1.III
DA:CN10.1.III
DA:CN11.1.II
Unit 5
CHOREOGRAPHIC
MINI LABS #4,5,6!
Making Yourself a More Effective, Creative Choreographer!
Dig Deeper!
Don't Judge!
4
WEEKS
-
Healthfulness of Movement and Dance
-
Thinking Outside The Box
-
Expand Partner and Ensemble Skills
-
Multiple Solutions to ANY Choreographic Experience
-
Choreographer's "Second Choice/Third Choice/Best Choice”
-
Choreographic Structure
Continue to expand> Physical Warm Ups, Stretching Techniques and Dance Terminology
How to experience & experiment with>
Group Work /Problem Solving
Entrances and Exits 2x
Dynamics and Tempo 3x
Themes and Variations Planned & Spontaneous
Demonstrate the "Labs"!
How to effectively>
Reflect and Appreciate
Explore,Plan,Revise
Express,Embody, Present
Analyze, Interpret,
Critique , Relate
DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III
DA"CR3.1.11IDA:PR4.1.III
DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III
DA:RE7.1.III
DA:RE8.1.III
DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN 11.1.III
Unit 6
MID WINTER DEMO!
Apply all Skills acquired in Mini Labs!
3
WEEKS
-
More Interesting and Complex Choices for Choreography
-
Artistic Growth & Versatility
-
Accountability
-
Leadership in a Larger Group
-
Artistic Preference
How to combine>
Collaborative Class Choreography
Application of expanded Labs > Entrances and Exits, Dynamics and Tempo, Themes and Variations
Third Dance Performance
Analize, Interpret & Critique
Explore,Plan,Revise
Express,Embody, Present
Analyze, Interpret,
Critique , Relate
DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III
DA"CR3.1.11IDA:PR4.1.III
DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III
DA:RE7.1.III
DA:RE8.1.III
DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN 11.1.II
Unit 7
PERFECTING THE AUDITION PROCESS
2/3
WEEKS
-
Interpretation of the larger concept of the Process of Selection, not just through the Audition Process but Society in general.
-
Dynamic Projection
-
Learning to Interpret, Give and Receive Feedback
-
Different Perspectives
-
Expanding Dance Literacy
How to Develop>
Confidence, Rhythmic Acuity, Blendability,Technique
Role Playing as Dancer, Director, Choreographer and Producer
Written Professional Resume
Verbal Communication
Preparation & Performance
Collaboration with Cross Curricular Disciplines
Explore, Plan, Revise
Express, Embody
Present,Analyze,
Interpret,Critique,
Synthesize,Relate
DA:CR1.1.III
DA:CR2.1.III DA:CR3.1.III DA:PR4.1.III DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III
DA:RE81.III
DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN10.1.III DA:CN11.1.III
UNIT 8
PREPARING FOR MAINSTAGE PERFORMANCE II
4/6
Weeks
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Creating two Final Class Performance Pieces that are Coherent and Technical with Aesthetic Unity.
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Experiencing Theatre Process to Product
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Technical Production Staff
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Lighting Dos & Don’t
How to Project >
Confidence and Increased Technique in TWO Performances
How to Master >
Intermediate Choreography including newly acquired
Choreographic Principles & Skills
Using appropriate English & French Dance Vocabulary
Teamwork/Spacial Awareness
Rehearsal Discipline
Audience Etiquette
Accountability and Pride
Explore, Plan,
Express,Revise,
Embody,
Present,Analyze,
Interpret,
Critique,Synthesize,Relate
DA:CR1.1.III
DA:CR2.1.III DA:CR3.1.III DA:PR4.1.III DA:PR5.1.III
DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE7.1.III DA:RE81.III
DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN10.1.III DA:CN11.1.III
Unit 9
THE ART OF TEACHING DANCE
(This Unit may be earlier, blended with Unit 8> overlapping a bit as Seniors are not here in June)
PARTICIPATION IN END OF YEAR FLASH MOBS & FIELD DAY!
(If Time/ No Snow Days & Juniors still in the Class)
2/3
WEEKS
1/2 WEEKS
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Roleplaying as “Dance Teacher”
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Artistic Choice
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Originality & “Choreographic Voice”
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Perspective
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Time Management, Deadlines,
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Independence, Accountability & Adaptability
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Giving back to Retiring Educators
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Appreciation & Gratefulness
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Mentoring younger students from the Elementary School Community
How to Master The Art of Teaching >
Preparation, Research, Music Selection, Original, Independent Choreography
Leadership & Responsibility
Modeling Performance Skills
Vocal Projection, Eye Contact, Awareness & Ownership of Space
Professional & accurate use of English & French Dance Vocabulary
How to master> Choreography under pressure
How to Perform> in an Unpredictable Space!
How to adapt> an existing Performance Piece without the Seniors and for a different Audience
Explore, Plan, Revise, Embody, Envision
Present, Analyze,Interpret Critique,
Synthesize, Relate
DA:CR1.1.III DA:CR2.1.III DA:CR3.1.III DA:PR4.1.III
DA:PR5.1.III DA:PR6.1.III DA:RE 7.1.III DA:Re 8.1.III
DA:RE9.1.III DA:CN10.1.III DA:CN11.1III
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