Theatre and Acting G5-6

 Instructor: Ms. Heather 

本课程基于 NYCDOE（纽约市教育部）世界级戏剧项目以及洛杉矶艺术教育课程的示例课程图，符合美国戏剧/戏剧艺术的共同核心标准。

• Grades: 5-6 

Course Summary:

This course is based on the sample curriculum maps of the NYCDOE (New York City

Department of Education) world-class theatre program as well as the Los Angeles Arts

Education Curriculum, aligned with US Common Core standards for Drama/Theatre Arts. In this

course, students will broaden their experience and knowledge in acting while learning the ins and

outs of theatre. Class content will focus on beginning ensemble acting, playwriting and audience

engagement. Students will explore the physical, vocal, characterization and staging components

of acting in fun, practice-based group and solo activities.

Format

Course will emphasize experiential learning and real world virtual acting practice with regular

independent and group rehearsals over Zoom. Students will have the opportunity to practice

monologues, group skits, improv, pantomime, tableau as well as learn about theatre staging,

make-up, costumes, etc. Case studies and exposure to classical and modern theatre and the

history of the theatre arts will also be featured.

Some areas of focus for this level will include:

Ensemble Acting and Actor’s Tools (Body and Voice)

Performance Skills Demonstration

 Pantomime

 Solo Acting

 Dialogue

 Writing and Acting in Narrative Sequences

 Staging

 Playwriting

 Sequencing/Setting

 Writing/Literary Process and Monologue Writing

 Basic Areas of Stage/Theatre

 Directing

 Theatre Literacy

 Creating Tableux

Assignments

Students will have weekly assignments and practice pieces including monologues, character

parts, playwriting and other fun and educational theatre-related activities.

Materials

Students will require a notebook and access to a computer/printer/tablet.

• G5 Alice Script Sample