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Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the classroom procedures and can explain my goals for the semester. Agenda: Review ExpectationsNew Journal Expectations (AKA: Make our lives easier!)Ensemble Building ActivityKindness Challenge: Talk to someone new in the lunch room! Journal Warm-UpNo Warm-Up! “When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind” - Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

New Journal Expectations At the start of each week make a new vocabulary page in your notebooks – you’ll put all the vocab from the week on this page Make dates for reflection questions nice and big! Put notes from the day under the reflection question. Put closing questions at the end of the notes. Then you’ll repeat the next day!!  Kindness challenges – my challenge to YOU for the week. We will reflect at the end of the week. Warm-ups will now be posted on the website – if you don’t see it, REMIND ME! I’m only human!  Reminders: Journals must be kept neat! Reflection questions must be AT LEAST 4 sentences long; closing questions at least 5

Reminders! Classroom Expectations: NO GUM. Period. At all. Automatic lunch detention, 2 nd time: referral.  Sign out and in when leaving the room – always ASK before leaving!!! When I hold up the Hunger Games sign, you hold it up and STOP what you are doing to listen to meBe courteous & kind to each other Haunted House Oct. 29Signup: http:// www.signupgenius.com/go/20f044ba5ae22a2fa7-haunted1 Code: CTCHH The Election Nov 3-5

Choose ONE of the following: What kind of music do you listen to? Why? What do you look for in a friend? Why?

Choose ONE of the following: If you could win an award, what would you want to win it for? If you were only allowed to read one book, what would it be?

Choose ONE of the following: What is your most prized possession? If you could start your own charity, what would it be?

Choose ONE of the following: What brings you the most happiness in life? Who is the most important person in your life? Why?

What makes you feel proud of yourself?

What is something most people don’t know about you?

What is the most important life lesson you’ve learned so far?

Thursday, October 20, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Quick NotesCharacter Analysis ActivityHere Comes CharleyKindness Challenge: Talk to someone new in the lunch room! Important Dates: Haunted House Oct. 29The Election Nov 3-5 Journal Warm-Up Vocab: Character – roles played by actors in a play Imagine there’s a new student in your class and you don’t know anything about them. Describe what you would do to get to know a new student. Keep in mind you really want to get to know them. Weekly Quote: “When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind” - Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

5 Ways We Learn About a Character in a Script: What the character says What the character does What others say about the characterWhat the playwright says (stage directions)How the character treats others

The Taming of the Shrew Make a list of 5 things you learned about the character Bianca – everyone writes this list in their journals

Closing Question What kinds of things can we learn about characters that would be helpful as an actor? Why are they helpful? Use examples.

Friday, October 21, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Character Analysis Activity Wrap-Up (P1)Here Comes Charley Wrap-UpRestaurant QuirksQuestions Wrap-UpKindness Challenge: Talk to someone new in the lunch room! Important Dates: Haunted House Oct. 29: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f044ba5ae22a2fa7-haunted1, Code: CTCHH The Election Nov 3-5 Journal Warm-Up Vocab: Objective: A character’s want, need, or goal RQ: Describe your experience doing the kindness challenge this week. Was it hard? Awkward? Did you learn anything? * When you finish with this question, make sure your closing question from yesterday is done! It was: What kinds of things can we learn about characters that would be helpful as an actor? Why are they helpful? Use examples Weekly Quote: “When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind” - Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

Monday, October 24, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Count to 10Two LinesKindness Challenge : Compliment 2 new people each day.Important Dates: Haunted House Meeting TODAY after school! Haunted House Oct. 29: http:// www.signupgenius.com/go/20f044ba5ae22a2fa7-haunted1 , Code: CTCHH The Election Nov 3-5 Journal Warm-Up Vocab: given circumstances: the conditions which influence the actions of a character (who, what, where, etc ) RQ : If you were a character, what would an actor portraying you learn from the 5 ways we learn about a character? (Your life is the script) Weekly Quote: “When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind” - Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

Two Lines Lines A: Help me B: I can’tSituationsA: trapped under an overturned carB: Trying to free person A

Two Lines Lines A: Help me B: I can’tSituationsA: At the bottom of a wellB: At the top of the well

Two Lines Lines A: Help me B: I can’tSituationsTwo students are taking a test; one tries to cheat

Two Lines Lines A: Help me B: I can’tSituationsA: In jail; tries to get prison guard (B) to let you out

Two Lines Lines A: It’s time to go B: No, I can’tSituationsThe building is on fire. A: Wants to escapeB: Wants to save their cat

Two Lines Lines A: It’s time to go B: No, I can’tSituationsIn a cemetery, after a funeral, a friend tries to pull away a grieving widow

Two Lines Lines A: It’s time to go B: No, I can’tSituationsTwo criminals hiding in an alleyway. A: Sure the cops are gone B: Afraid of being caught

Two Lines Lines A: It’s time to go B: No, I can’tSituationsTwo skydivers about to jump out of a plane A: ExcitedB: Terrified

Two Lines Lines A: What are you doing? B: What does it look like?SituationsOne kid is spray painting his name on a building when a friend suddenly notices.

Two Lines Lines A: What are you doing? B: What does it look like?SituationsAn older sibling is brushing their teeth when the younger sibling walks into the bathroom.

Two Lines Lines A: What are you doing? B: What does it look like?SituationsA frazzled mother is sweeping the floor when her lazy teenager comes into the kitchen.

Two Lines Lines A: What are you doing? B: What does it look like?SituationsAn art student is making a strange sculpture when another student sees his/her work

Two Lines Lines A: I’m sorry B: It’s not your fault. SituationsA: Toddler who just spilled milk B: Babysitter cleaning it up

Two Lines Lines A: I’m sorry B: It’s not your fault. SituationsB: Pet just died A: Friend trying to comfort her.

Two Lines Lines A: I’m sorry B: It’s not your fault. SituationsA husband & wife have been arguing heavily for hours. One of them tries to end the argument.

Two Lines Lines A: I’m sorry B: It’s not your fault. SituationsAn office worker (B) has just been fired. A coworker (A) just heard about it.

Two Lines Lines A: I need you B: Just a minuteSituationsA: Demanding boss B: Secretary who is very busy

Two Lines Lines A: I need you B: Just a minuteSituationsA: Window washer who just slipped off ledge of building and is hanging on for their life B: Partner who isn’t paying attention

Two Lines Lines A: I need you B: Just a minuteSituationsA: Teacher who is angry at a student B: Student who is busy texting

Two Lines Lines A: I need you B: Just a minuteSituationsA: wife who is having trouble zipping up her dress B: Husband who is busy shaving

Closing Question Describe how the meaning of text can change depending on the character and the situation.

Tuesday, October 25, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Elephant, Giraffe, TreeTableau TransformationKindness Challenge: Compliment 2 new people each day.Important Dates : Haunted House Oct. 29: The Election Nov 3-5 Journal Warm-Up Vocab: tableau: a silent and motionless depiction of a scene, often from a picture RQ : What does this week’s quote mean to you? How can you apply it to your life? Closing ? From Mon: Describe how the meaning of text can change depending on the character and the situation. Weekly Quote: “When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind” - Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

Wednesday, October 26, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Tableau TransformationKindness Challenge: Compliment 2 new people each day.Important Dates: Haunted House Oct. 29: The Election Nov 3-5 Journal Warm-Up Vocab: walk-on: a small role with no lines RQ: Think of your FAVORITE movie. What is the main character’s objective in the movie? Weekly Quote: “When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind” - Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

Thursday, October 27, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Tableau TransformationKindness Challenge: Compliment 2 new people each day.Important Dates: Haunted House Oct. 29: The Election Nov 3-5 Journal Warm-Up Vocab: walk-on: a small role with no lines RQ: Think of your FAVORITE movie. What is the main character’s objective in the movie? Weekly Quote: “When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind” - Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

Closing Question How did the given circumstances help you to portray your character physically?

Friday, October 28, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Tableau TransformationMovieKindness Challenge: Compliment 2 new people each day.Important Dates : Haunted House Oct. 29: The Election Nov 3-5 Journal Warm-Up Vocab: none RQ: Reflect on the kindness challenge of the week Closing Quest from Yesterday: How did the given circumstances help you to portray your character physically? Weekly Quote: “When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind” - Dr. Wayne W. Dyer

Monday, October 31, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Once Upon a MattressKindness Challenge: Hold the door open for someone (as many times as you can!)Important Dates: The Election Nov 3-5FALL PLAY CAST & CREW – MAKE SURE YOU KNOW TIMES FOR THIS WEEK! Journal Warm-Up Vocab: RQ: What was your favorite Halloween costume you’ve dressed up in and why? Happy Halloween!! BE SAFE! Weekly Quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done” - Nelson Mandela

Once Upon a Mattress Character What the Character Says About Themselves What Others Say About the CharacterHow the Character Treats OthersThe Character’s Movements/What They Do

Tuesday, November 1, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Once Upon a MattressKindness Challenge: Hold the door open for someone (as many times as you can!)Important Dates: The Election Nov 3-5FALL PLAY CAST & CREW – MAKE SURE YOU KNOW TIMES FOR THIS WEEK! Journal Warm-Up None Weekly Quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done” - Nelson Mandela

Wednesday, November 2, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Once Upon a Mattress Character AnalysisKindness Challenge: Hold the door open for someone (as many times as you can!)Important Dates : The Election Nov 3-5FALL PLAY CAST & CREW – MAKE SURE YOU KNOW TIMES FOR THIS WEEK! Journal Warm-Up Who was your favorite character from the movie? Why? Weekly Quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done” - Nelson Mandela

Thursday, November 3, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Once Upon a Mattress Character AnalysisKindness Challenge: Hold the door open for someone (as many times as you can!)Important Dates : The Election Nov 3-5FALL PLAY CAST & CREW – MAKE SURE YOU KNOW TIMES FOR THIS WEEK! Journal Warm-Up Who was your favorite character from the movie? Why? Weekly Quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done” - Nelson Mandela

Write down the following chart and fill it in: Character Objective ObstacleTacticsQueen Prince Dauntless Fred Lady Larkin

Once Upon a Mattress Character Analysis Project In group of 4, complete the following: Pick a character from this list: Queen, Dauntless, Fred, Larkin, Harry Each character can be picked no more than twice, and each character must be represented once. First come first serve. Create a poster using the giant paper that includes:A trace of the character, with outfit and physical features portrayedThe character’s nameThe character’s objective, obstacle, and tactics 3 personality traits for the character and 2 pieces of evidence for eachOne quote from the movie that portrays your character well

Friday, November 4, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Once Upon a Mattress Character AnalysisKindness Challenge: Hold the door open for someone (as many times as you can!)Important Dates: The Election Nov 3-5FALL PLAY CAST & CREW – MAKE SURE YOU KNOW TIMES FOR THIS WEEK! Journal Warm-Up Reflect on the kindness challenge from the week. Weekly Quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done” - Nelson Mandela

Monday, November 7, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Theatre & Life Article & ?sViola Spolin Article & ParagraphKindness Challenge : Hold the door open for someone (as many times as you can!)Important Dates: The Election Nov 3-5 Journal Warm-Up Vocab: Principal (actor): the main characters in a play, or the names characters in a musical RQ: Choose one character from OUAM. How would you portray them? Describe how you would portray that character and the most important thing to know about them. Weekly Quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done” - Nelson Mandela

Tuesday, November 15, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Theatre & Life Article & ?sViola Spolin Article & ParagraphKindness Challenge : Hold the door open for someone (as many times as you can!)Important Dates: The Election Nov 3-5FALL PLAY CAST & CREW – MAKE SURE YOU KNOW TIMES FOR THIS WEEK! Journal Warm-Up Vocab: N/A RQ: N/A Weekly Quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done” - Nelson Mandela

Wednesday, November 9, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Viola Spolin Wrap-UpMemorization Tips & TricksFirst Line/Last Line Scene Challenge Kindness Challenge: Say one nice thing to yourself each day. Important Dates: Nov. 10: Improv Rehearsal Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Vocab: blocking: the pattern of movement actors follow while onstage RQ: Reflect on the weekly quote (3 sentences) Give me a peach & a pit! (1 sentence) Weekly Quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done” - Nelson Mandela

Thursday, November 10, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Viola Spolin Wrap-UpMemorization Tips & TricksFirst Line/Last Line Scene Challenge Kindness Challenge: Say one nice thing to yourself each day. Important Dates: Nov. 10: Improv Rehearsal Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Vocab: blocking: the pattern of movement actors follow while onstage RQ: Reflect on the weekly quote (3 sentences) Give me a peach & a pit! (1 sentence) Weekly Quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done” - Nelson Mandela

First Line/Last Line Scene Challenge With a partner, create a scene that meets the following: Around 2 minutes long Should have beginning/middle/endEach character has a clear objective & obstacleHere’s the catch: it must use the beginning line you draw from the bucket and the ending line you draw from the bucket Pink = first line, yellow=last line Must turn in written script that uses proper formatting & includes blocking directions Must be memorized when you perform!

Script Around 2 min. beg/mid/endEach character clear objective & obstaclePink = first line, yellow=last line written script,Title, authors, intro para., proper formatting, blocking Memorized Title Authors Set the Scene Proper Formatting Blocking

Monday, November 14, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: First Line/Last Line Scene ChallengeKindness Challenge: Pick up any pieces of trash you see. Important Dates: Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Vocab: cast: a set of actors in a play RQ: Where are you in the rehearsal process? What has been easy/difficult so far? Weekly Quote: “Always be a little kinder than necessary” -James M. Barrie

Tuesday, November 15, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: First Line/Last Line Scene ChallengeKindness Challenge: Pick up any pieces of trash you see. Important Dates: Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up -vocab: conflict: the point in a play where action meets obstacle; the opposition of persons, forces, or ideas that give rise to dramatic action in a play -RQ: Do you feel prepared for performance? If yes, what did you do to prepare? If no, what could you have done differently? Weekly Quote: “Always be a little kinder than necessary” -James M. Barrie

Rubric for First Line/Last Line Total Points Possible: 50 Criteria 4 (10 pts) Script Is neatly presented and properly formatted Includes blocking. Story has clear beginning, middle, end & has conflict Criteria Characters have clear objectives and relationships. Script uses first line, last line exactly as written. Performance is a MIN. of two minutes. Performance – General Performance is memorized. Actors play to their objective clearly. Performance – Voice & Movement Actor projects their voice and articulates. Can be easily heard & understood. There is clear emotion in the voice. Movements are clear and make sense to the character & their objective. Good use of facial expressions. Rehearsal & Effort Actor uses rehearsal time wisely and collaborates well with their partner. Actor maintains a positive attitude throughout process.

Friday, November 18, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: First Line/Last Line Scene ChallengeKindness Challenge: Pick up any pieces of trash you see. Important Dates: Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up --vocab: cue: a word, phrase, or action signaling an actor’s line, entrance, or exit. -RQ: What was the hardest part of creating your two-person scene? Why? Weekly Quote: “Always be a little kinder than necessary” -James M. Barrie

Monday, November 21, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: First Line/Last Line Theatre & Social ChangeKindness Challenge: Pick up any pieces of trash you see. Important Dates: Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up -vocab: denouement: the solution to the conflict in a play; the wrapping up of events. -RQ: 1. Reflect on the kindness challenge from last week! (3 sentences) 2. Name one thing you are thankful for! (1 sentence) WQ: “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything” -George Bernard Shaw

Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Theatre & Social Change Mini-ProjectKindness Challenge: Tell one important person in your life each day why you appreciate them.Important Dates: Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Name one thing you are thankful for! (1 sentence) WQ: “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything” -George Bernard Shaw

Wednesday, November 23, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the ways we learn about a character. Agenda: Theatre & Social Change Mini-ProjectKindness Challenge: Tell one important person in your life each day why you appreciate them.Important Dates: Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Name one thing you are thankful for! (1 sentence) WQ: “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything” -George Bernard Shaw Have a happy & safe break!

Theatre for Social Change Mini-Project Create a 1-2 minute performance of your choice relating to a social issue. Some performance ideas: choral reading, pantomime/silent movie, short scene, interpretive dance, song, tableau (if you choose this, you may want to do multiple “scenes” due to time limit)You must tell me your social issue when you pick it! Some ideas: bullying, racism, sexism, homelessness, texting while driving, smoking, etc. Remember your goal is to make people think about this issue!! You should take this seriously. You will be graded on:Is your issue clearly portrayed in your performance? How well you perform – facial expression/commitment, etc. Rehearsal process - All group members must participate in the creation of the performance Your individual paragraph (all by yourseeeelf )  You must write a 6 sentence paragraph about your issue – why it is important, your thoughts on the issue, why you think people should be aware of it/how you want to change this issue.

Theatre for Social Change Projects For each group, write: 1 positive thing you saw 1 constructive criticismAt least 3 sentences addressing the following: What was their issueWhat did their performance make you think/feel about that issue? Your individual paragraph (due TUESDAY (you’re welcome!))Your individual paragraph (all by yourseeeelf)  You must write a 6 sentence paragraph about your issue – why it is important, your thoughts on the issue, why you think people should be aware of it/how you want to change this issue.

Monday, November 28, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the importance of stage business. Agenda: Blocking & Stage BusinessKindness Challenge: Tell one important person in your life each day why you appreciate them.Important Dates : Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Vocab: Proscenium Arch: architectural arch that forms the front of the stage. RQ: How can Theatre for Social Change be used to change the world? WQ: “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything” -George Bernard Shaw

Tuesday, November 29, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the importance of stage business. Agenda: Staging NotesStaging Activity (w/ Improv!)Kindness Challenge : Tell one important person in your life each day why you appreciate them.Important Dates: Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Vocab: Apron: part of the stage that extends beyond the curtain line RQ: What is your favorite part of watching theatre? WQ: “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything” -George Bernard Shaw

Parts of a Stage - Tech

Parts of a Stage - Tech

Types of Staging Proscenium Arch Thrust In the RoundTraverse

Proscenium Arch Audience sits on one side of the stage Most common type of staging Allows for theatre to have more complex sets and scene changes

Thrust/Arena Audience sits on three sides of the stage Popular in modern theatres No curtains separate audience from the stageDifficult to change sets – no wing spaceComplex scenery created using levels, backcloths

In the Round Audience sits on all sides of the stage More often used in smaller venues Often square-shapedStaging/furniture must be low level Creates intimate atmosphere

Traverse Stage Audience sits on two sides of stage Most unusual type of staging Various scenes can be set up simultaneously Audience sees audience reactionTwo ends of the stage commanding positions

Staging Activity For each type of staging, write down pros/cons.

Wednesday, November 30, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the importance of stage business. Agenda: Tech NotesScene Work – Character AnalysisKindness Challenge: Tell one important person in your life each day why you appreciate them. Important Dates: Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Vocab: batten: rod suspended over the stage from which lights and scenery are hung RQ: Reflect on the weekly quote. WQ: “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything” -George Bernard Shaw

Thursday, December 1, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the importance of stage business. Agenda: Tech NotesScene Work – Character AnalysisKindness Challenge: Tell one important person in your life each day why you appreciate them. Important Dates: Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Vocab: batten: rod suspended over the stage from which lights and scenery are hung RQ: Reflect on the weekly quote. WQ: “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything” -George Bernard Shaw

Play Production Notes

Production Staff Producer Finds investors willing to provide money to fund show Hires director & production staffEstablishes a budget Sees that bills are paidIn HS: producer is often the director  DirectorCreates a team that works toward the same goalUsually credited with play’s overall success or failure Studies the script Responsible for auditions, casting, blocking, preparation of promptbook

Production Staff Technical Director Executes the designs of the designers With help of crew, responsible for building sets, painting drops, hanging lights – even responsible for costumes at times!Stage ManagerKeeps track of all cues for effects (at the HS level, often does the job of a prompter, as well)Makes cue sheets for stage crew that contain lights, sound, curtains, and set/prop changes During performance, sits at prompt table and calls cuesHandles emergencies that arise during performance

Character/Script Analysis On a separate sheet of paper (which you will staple to your script – part of your grade!), answer the following questions in complete sentences (except for chart):What is your scene about? Give a brief overview. Draw and fill in the chart for your character: What is your character’s objective in the scene? Pick three words to describe your character & say why you chose those words. Describe how you think your character speaks and moves. Why do they speak/move this way? Character What the character says about themselves What the character does What others say about the character What the playwright says How the character treats others

Friday, December 2, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the importance of stage business. Agenda: Scene Work – Character AnalysisKindness Challenge: Tell one important person in your life each day why you appreciate them.Important Dates : Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Vocab: Backdrop: painted curtains without folds, hung from battens RQ: Reflect on the kindness challenge WQ: “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything” -George Bernard Shaw

Monday, December 5, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the importance of stage business. Agenda: Props/Costumes/MakeupScene Work - BlockingKindness Challenge: Do one nice thing for a family member each day.Important Dates : Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Vocab: Casting: selecting which actors will play which roles/characters RQ: Peach & Pit WQ: “Great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance” -Samuel Johnson

Props Led by properties master, includes properties assistants First step: create props list – will change during the process Responsible for obtaining all props needed for production by pulling from storage, purchasing, or making the propsMay also help dress the set (furniture) Traditionally props are items handled by the actors, but definition can vary – may also include costume pieces (ie: glasses, handkerchief)

Props Props master creates a props table backstage Outlines each prop and includes which character uses it/when Props are taken from table and returned after each useProps should NEVER be touched by anyone other than the props crew and the actor that uses themPROPS ARE NOT TOYS. After rehearsals/performances, prop crew stores props in a safe/secure area

Costuming A costume designer is responsible for designing and bringing to life the costumes Costumes can be rented, purchased, or made from scratch. (or a bit of both!) A costume should express the personality, social class, and tastes of a character Costume helps the audience understand the character, their relationship to other characters, and their relationship to the play itself

Costuming First step in costume design: study the play Costume design meets with director, scenic designer, and technical director Costumes must fit the theme, style, period, colors, scenery, lighting, and budgetMeasurements of the cast must be takenPreliminary sketches are madeSwatches and costumes are tried under lightingCostume parade: actors wear the costumes under lighting before final fittingCostume plot: a list/chart that shows every character in each scene, along with colors, fabrics, accessories for each design. Can be used to check off items needing to be completed (ie: 1st fitting)

Costuming – Historical Plays It is good to be as accurate as possible, but it is better to adapt the costume to the actor than insist on historical correctness Each historical or national costume has two or three identifying features to give the impression of that era/region Attention to detail is essential – shoes, hats, purses, fans, jewelry must be in harmony with design and mood of playAccessories/clothing that impacts movement should be added as early as possible –actor should feel comfortable moving and using these piecesCostume silhouette: the distinctive line and form in dressEach time period has its own – helps distinguish between periods

Costumers’ Considerations The kind of action that will take place The comfort of the actors The ease with which a costume can be put on and taken off; especially when costume changes are necessaryThe durability of the design and fabricThe historical period of the playThe total design of the productionThe director’s conceptualization of the play

Makeup Designed on a makeup worksheet prior to putting it on Helps the audience to understand the character Straight makeup is used when character played is very similar in age and characteristics to the actor Make preparations for makeup well in advance – ½ hour for straight makeup, at least 1 hour for character makeupMen should be clean-shavenActors should never get a haircut or change hairstyles without consulting their director

Special/Character Makeup Old Age – use highlight and contrast to create wrinkles Prosthetics – can use putty to create effects like noses/earsWigs & Beards Bizarre makeup – changeable makeup, animal makeup, nonhuman makeup

Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the importance of stage business. Agenda: Scene Work - BlockingKindness Challenge: Do one nice thing for a family member each day.Important Dates: Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Vocab: Dress Rehearsal: A full-scale rehearsal where performers work out every detail of the performance, shortly before opening night, sometimes done in front of an informal audience. RQ: Describe your character from your scene. Be as detailed as possible. WQ: “Great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance” -Samuel Johnson

Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the importance of stage business. Agenda: Scene Work - BlockingKindness Challenge: Do one nice thing for a family member each day.Important Dates: Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Vocab: Dress Rehearsal: A full-scale rehearsal where performers work out every detail of the performance, shortly before opening night, sometimes done in front of an informal audience. RQ: Describe your character from your scene. Be as detailed as possible. WQ: “Great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance” -Samuel Johnson

Thursday, December 8, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the importance of stage business. Agenda: Lighting/Sound NotesScene Work - BlockingKindness Challenge: Do one nice thing for a family member each day. Important Dates: Dec. 9: Improv Show Journal Warm-Up Vocab: Dimmers Controllers that are used to gradually bring the lights up or down. RQ: Describe how you are working on memorizing your scene. WQ: “Great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance” -Samuel Johnson

Lighting (p. 448 – 451, 453-465) How do you determine the lighting equipment needed? (449) Describe & draw the following pieces of equipment: Lighting Console, ERS, Follow Spot, Floodlight, Fresnel, Striplights (p. 450-451)What is a wash? (p. 458)Which areas need the most light? (p. 458) What is a light plot? A lighting cue sheet? (463)Sound (p. 466-473) Define and describe the use of: apron mics, overhead mics, and lapel mics (467-468) P. 471: Summarize the 8 general sound principles Describe the two main types of sound effects (472) What is a sound plot? A sound cue sheet? (473)

Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the importance of stage business. Agenda: PerformancesAuditionsKindness Challenge: Do one nice thing for a family member each day. Important Dates: Dec. 15: Annie Audition Workshop Journal Warm-Up None! WQ: “Great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance” -Samuel Johnson

Wednesday, December 14, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the importance of stage business. Agenda: Auditions – Acting Resume Kindness Challenge: Do one nice thing for a family member each day.Important Dates : Dec. 15: Annie Audition Workshop Journal Warm-Up Reflect on your performances from yesterday. What do you want to improve for the future? What did you do well? WQ: “Great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance” -Samuel Johnson

Thursday, December 15, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain the importance of stage business. Agenda: Auditions – Acting ResumeKindness Challenge: Do one nice thing for a family member each day.Important Dates : Dec. 15: Annie Audition Workshop Dec 16: Gifts for families due!!! We still need gift wrap!  Journal Warm-Up Reflect on your performances from yesterday. What do you want to improve for the future? What did you do well? WQ: “Great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance” -Samuel Johnson

Audition Interview Reflection As an audience member, which conversation was the most natural? Which conversation was the most stilted? What causes a conversation to go in either direction? As you look back on the exercise, what was your greatest strength? As you look back on the exercise, what is the one thing you’d like to change? Why? What is the value of creating conversation in an interview? How can you apply this concept to your future work?

Friday, December 16, 2016 Learning Goal: I can explain good audition etiquette Agenda: Type Acting Resume – type the resume & print to Lab C; staple final draft on top of rough draft/questions(don’t type up questions ! I just want the ones from the rough draft!!) Audition Notes: Nearpod: ATIWSGo to nearpod.com, click “Join” and type in the class code ^ Kindness Challenge : Do one nice thing for a family member each day. Important Dates : TODAY!!!: Gifts for families due!!! We still need gift wrap!  WQ: “Great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance” -Samuel Johnson

Monday, December 19, 2016Learning Goal: I can study for the final!!!  Agenda: NearPod Study GuideGo to nearpod.com, click “Join” and type in the class codeKindness Challenge : Do one nice thing for a family member each day. Important Dates : TODAY!!!: Gifts for families due!!! We still need gift wrap!  WQ: “Great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance” -Samuel Johnson

Nearpod Codes 1 st hour: HQYOG2nd Hour: TYNGE3 rd Hour: QXETU 4 th Hour: WLKSY 6 th Hour: Drama Audition Nearpod from Friday: ATIWS If computer is being dumb, try holding power button for 20 seconds or hitting “other user.” If this doesn’t work, see me! Instructions: You may listen to music! For short answer, use bullet pts. Don’t forget to hit send! Take notes on what you NEED. This will be online until final!