Perception

and Ensemble

Do Now:
On the provided index card CLEARLY write your first name only. Once completed,
take a moment to think about a fact or story associated with your name. Why the
name was given to you? Where its from? What it means? Others who share it?
Write it down on the provided lines below so you will not forget it.










Aims:
EM = Ensemble Members
EMWBAT collaborate respectfully to achieve goals
EMWBAT communicate at a campus level volume so that the members of their
group can hear them, but members in another group cannot
EMWBAT acknowledge and trust that any physical connection in todays activities
is done simply for the purpose of completing the activity
EMWBAT understand that some might not be as comfortable as others in todays
activities and it is important that we support and respect everyone


_Exit Ticket:

Please answer the following questions in complete and well thought out
sentences.
1. After getting to know some new information about your fellow scholars, did
your perception of anyone change?

2. Why is the idea of perception, the way in which we perceive and are perceived by
others, important in theatre?

Do Now:
Directions: Watch the following video and take notes on as many of the following
terms as possible.

Stage Rake:


Downstage:

Shorthand:


Upstage:


Shorthand:


Drop


Bring in:


Flying Out:


On stage:


Off Stage:


Stage Right:

Shorthand:


Stage Left:

Shorthand:

Fly Loft:


Electrics:


Grand Drape:


Border:


Legs:

Aims:

SWBAT identify and label the parts of a theatrical stage

SWBAT identify and label the different types of stages

Take notes on the different kinds of

theatrical stages:

Parts of the Stage

Directions: Label the parts of the Stage Diagram below using the chart from the
powerpoint.

Exit Ticket
Directions: With your partner, using the below piece of text, work together to create the stage
directions for the actors in the scene. Please write the short hand of the stage directions into the
script to indicate how you would like the actor to move around the space.

Do Now:
1. What about the way these two teachers speak to their students makes them either
engaging or disengaging?

2. Why was the student in the second clip persuaded to speak as opposed to the
students in the first clip?

3. Think of someone who holds your attention or amuses you, how do they use their
voice in a way that makes you listen?

Aims:

SWBAT recognize the four different areas of vocal variety, and how to use them
most effectively
SWBAT understand the language and actions behind the Actors Body Clock, and
they will be able to apply it to future rehearsals.

The Actors Body Clock

Directions: Using the diagram on the powerpoint, please label all parts of the
actors body clock.

Vocal Variety

Rate






Tone






Volume






Pitch

Remember the Titans

- Denzel Washington

Anybody know what this place is? This is Gettysburg. This is where they fought the
battle of Gettysburg. Fifty thousand men died right here on this field, fighting the
same fight that were still fighting amongst ourselves today. This green field right
here was painted red, bubbling with the blood of young boys. Smoke and hot lead
pouring right through their bodies. Listen to their souls, man. I killed my brother
with malice in my heart. Hatred destroyed my family. You listen and take a lesson
from the dead. If we dont come together right now, on this hallowed ground, we too
will be destroyed just like they were. I dont care if you dont like each other, but
you will respect each other. I dont know, maybe well learn to play this game like
men.

Ive Been to the Mountaintop! -MLK

Now, it doesn't matter, now. It really doesn't matter what happens now. I left
Atlanta this morning, and as we got started on the plane, there were six of us. The
pilot said over the public address system, "We are sorry for the delay, but we have
Dr. Martin Luther King on the plane. And to be sure that all of the bags were
checked, and to be sure that nothing would be wrong with on the plane, we had to
check out everything carefully. And we've had the plane protected and guarded all
night."And then I got into Memphis. And some began to say the threats, or talk about
the threats that were out. What would happen to me from some of our sick white
brothers?
Well, I don't know what will happen now. We've got some difficult days ahead. But it
really doesn't matter with me now, because I've been to the mountaintop.
And I don't mind.
Like anybody, I would like to live a long life. Longevity has its place. But I'm not
concerned about that now. I just want to do God's will. And He's allowed me to go up
to the mountain. And I've looked over. And I've seen the Promised Land. I may not
get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to
the promised land!
And so I'm happy, tonight.
I'm not worried about anything.
I'm not fearing any man!
Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord!!

Exit Ticket
1. Which of the four parts of vocal variety do you think is the one you use most
in your everyday speech?






2. Which do you think is the strongest to use when you are trying to make a
point in an argument with a good friend? Parent?






3. Why is it important to vary our speech with all four elements on stage?

Introduction to Pantomime

#12
Do Now:
Directions: Please watch the clip and then answer the following questions.

1. Why is it important to be able to communicate non-verbally on stage?







2. What was the action of either the clip with Marcel Marceau or Mr. Bean?







3. Why were their meanings clear without the use of any verbal communication?







Aims
SWBAT understand why the skills of pantomime are essential for stage performance.
SWBAT identify the different elements of strong pantomime


Pantomime Worksheet

Read pages 25-58 of the textbook The Stage and the School and take notes on the
following terms.

Pantomime



Nonverbal Communication



Gesture



Mime




Inclination




Rotation



Isolation

Relaxation



Crossing



The symbol for an on stage cross:______________

Please write the 13 basic principles of body language. Page 37.
1.



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Pantomime and Objects. How to show the elements of pantomime. Pages 4143.
Size:









Weight:


Shape:







Resistance:



Texture:






Condition:


Use:


Please complete for homework and hand the whole packet in to Ms. Blue on
Monday 9/26

Improvisation: Story Circles

Do Now:
Directions: Think of a memory that takes place in a specific location in you home
community or previous home community if you have not always lived in New York
City. Write down the memory and what makes it and the location stand out? You
will be asked to share, so please on write things you are comfortable sharing with
the group:
















Aims:
SWBAT practice their improvisational skills through the use of group story circles
SWBAT continue working on their skills of public speaking in front of the group

Your Story
What is and is not a story?
A story is a narrative of events drawn from the tellers personal experience.
A story can be fashioned from a memory, a dream, a reflection, a moment in time,
and more.
A story typically has a beginning, middle, and end, as well as characters and
atmosphere.
A story is not a lecture, an argument, a debate, or an intellectualization, although
these elements may be part of a story.
Beginning:






Middle:






End:

Unit 4: Lesson 1
Dramatic Structure
Do Now:
1. Think of and write down your favorite movie/ play/ book:



2. Who is the main character in the story?



3. How does the story start?



4. What is the major even that happens in the beginning?



5. What happens next?



6. What is the moment of highest action or tension?



7. How does it end?



8. Is the main character better or worse off in the end of the story?

Aims:
SWBAT understand the make up of a theatrical dramatic structure
SWBAT create the dramatic structure using photo stills from a popular film

Exposition:

Inciting Incident:

Rising Action:

Climax:

Falling Action:

Resolution:

Denouement/ Conclusion:


Exit Ticket
Directions: Using the movie/ play/ novel please write down where each area of the
plot falls into the dramatic structure:

Movie/ Play/ Book Name: ________________________________________________________________

Exposition:



Inciting Incident:



Rising Action:



Climax:



Falling Action:



Resolution:



Conclusion/ Denouement:

Neutral Scenes
Do Now:
Directions: Please come in and begin to take notes on the following elements of
Given Circumstances:
Who?



What?



Where?



When?



Why?



How?

Directions: Please watch the clip and then answer the following questions:
1. Please list the given circumstances for the scene from the Pursuit of Happiness:
a. Who:



b. What:



c. Where:



d. When:



e. Why:



f. How (what happened in the moment right before?):



Aims:
SWBAT understand and recognize the concept of Given Circumstances
SWBAT apply given circumstances to their first piece of scene work

Exit Ticket
Directions: Please list the given circumstances for your neutral scene with your
partner:

a. Who:



b. What:



c. Where:



d. When:



e. Why:



f. How (what happened in the moment right before?):

Script Analysis:
The breaking down of a script to
gain a better understanding of what
the story is about; the themes; the
story points; the characters.

Directions: Read the scene provided for you from Sunset Baby and answer the
following questions on the lines below in complete sentences. Dont forget to justify your
answers.
1) Where does this scene take place? Support your answer from the script.
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2) Who are the characters in the scene? What is their relationship to one another?
Support your answer from the script.

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3) What is the conflict about in this particular scene? Support your answer from the
script.
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4) What background information is being provided? Support your answer from the
script.
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5) What do you think the audience can most connect to? Why? Support your answer
from the script.
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6) How would you describe Kenyatta and Ninas relationship? Support your answer
from the script.
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7) Why do you think the scene opens up with Nina Simones song Feeling good?
Support your answer.
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8) What did you notice or observe about this scene or the dynamic of their relationship
from reading this scene?
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9) What are some further questions you may have based on this
scene?_____________________________________________________________
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Script Analysis:
The breaking down of a script to gain
a better understanding of what the
story is about; the themes; the story
points; the characters.
Directions: Read the scene provided for you from Jitney and answer the following
questions on the lines below in complete sentences. Dont forget to justify your answers.

1) Where does this scene take place? Support your answer from the script.
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2) Who are the characters in the scene? What is their relationship to one another?
Support your answer from the script.
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3) What is the conflict about in this particular scene? Support your answer from the
script.
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4) What background information is being provided? Support your answer from the
script.
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5) What was Darnells pasr life like? Support your answer.
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6) How would you describe Darnell and Renas relationship? Support your answer from
the script.
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7) What do you think Rena means by this statement If we dont know whats
important to one another and learn to share then we cant make it.
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8) What did you notice or observe about this scene or the dynamic of their relationship
from reading this scene?
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9) What are some further questions you may have based on this
scene?_____________________________________________________________
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Script Analysis:
The breaking down of a script to gain a
better understanding of what the story is
about; the themes; the story points; the
characters.
Directions: Read the scene provided for you from Detroit 67 and answer the following
questions on the lines below in complete sentences. Dont forget to justify your answers.

1) Where does this scene take place? Support your answer from the script.
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2) Who are the characters in the scene? What is their relationship to one another?
Support your answer from the script.
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3) What is the conflict about in this particular scene? Support your answer from the
script.
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4) What background information is being provided? Support your answer from the
script.
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5) Why do you think Chelle shares her monologue with us about the 4th of July?
Support your answer.
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6) How would you describe Caroline and Lanks relationship? Support your answer
from the script.
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7) What do you think Rena means by this statement If we dont know whats
important to one another and learn to share then we cant make it.
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8) What did you notice or observe about this scene or the dynamic of their relationship
from reading this scene?
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9) What are some further questions you may have based on this
scene?_____________________________________________________________
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Script Analysis:
The breaking down of a script to gain a
better understanding of what the story is
about; the themes; the story points; the
characters.
Directions: Read the scene provided for you from The Colored Museum and answer
the following questions on the lines below in complete sentences. Dont forget to justify
your answers.

1) Where does this scene take place? Support your answer from the script.
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2) Who are the characters in the scene? What is their relationship to one another?
Support your answer from the script.
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3) What is the conflict about in this particular scene? Support your answer from the
script.
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4) What background information is being provided? Support your answer from the
script.
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5) Why do you think the two hairstyles are battling one another? Support your answer.
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6) How would you describe Janine and Lawandas relationship? Support your answer
from the script.
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7) What occasion does the woman need to go to? Support your answer.
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8) What did you notice or observe about this scene or the dynamic of their relationship
from reading this scene?
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9) What are some further questions you may have based on this
scene?_____________________________________________________________
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The breaking down of a script to gain a

better understanding of what the story is


about; the themes; the story points; the

characters.


Directions: Read the scene provided for you from A Raisin in the Sun and answer the

Script Analysis:

following questions on the lines below in complete sentences. Dont forget to justify your
answers.

1) Where does this scene take place? Support your answer from the script.
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2) Who are the characters in the scene? What is their relationship to one another?
Support your answer from the script.
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3) What is the conflict about in this particular scene? Support your answer from the
script.
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4) What background information is being provided? Support your answer from the
script.
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5) Who do you think has the most power in this scene?
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6) If you were in the Younger familys shoes, what would you do?
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7) What connections can you make between whats happening in this scene and the
time period?
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8) What did you notice or observe about this scene or the dynamic of their relationship
from reading this scene?
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9.) What are some further questions you may have based on this
scene?_____________________________________________________________
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Script Analysis:
The breaking down of a script to gain a
better understanding of what the story is
about; the themes; the story points; the
characters.

1) Where does this scene take place? Support your answer from the script.
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2) Who are the characters in the scene? What is their relationship to one another?
Support your answer from the script.
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3) What is the conflict about in this particular scene? Support your answer from the
script.
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4) What background information is being provided? Support your answer from the
script.
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5) Why is it important to know about the time period in relation to the scene?
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6) Why might Ms. Muller have such a seemingly laid back perspective on this topic?
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7) Who do you think is right in this scene?
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8) What did you notice or observe about this scene or the dynamic of their relationship
from reading this scene?
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9) What are some further questions you may have based on this
scene?___________________________________________________________________
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