LOCALLY DEVELOPED COURSE OUTLINE
Technical Theatre 15-5
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Course Basic Information
Course Name
Technical Theatre 15
Credit Number
5
Hours of Instruction
125.00 hrs
Implementation Dates
9/1/2012 - 8/31/2015
Proposal Type
New
Development Type
Acquired
Designed Grade Level
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Course Description
The Technical Theatre course extends and builds upon the
major objectives of both Drama 10, 20, 30 and Industrial
Education. In a practical manner in the context of theatrical
production students apply the more general foundation and
practical skills outlined in the aforementioned courses. For
ease of comparison, objectives from Drama 10, 20, 30 and
objectives in CTS are listed below.
Course Prerequisite
Drama 10 or Departmental Approval
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Philosophy
Technical Theatre provides a continuum of theatre experiences that moves well beyond the
introductory or exploratory activities outlined in Drama 10, 20 30. Technical Theatre expands the
specific skills related to career fields so that students electing this sequence of courses will advance
to theatre schools or to careers in the theatre industry.
Rationale
Technical Theatre 15, 25, 35 is designed to extend the foundation skills outlined in Drama 10, 20,
30. Consequently students are encouraged to take Technical Theatre 15, 25, 35 in conjunction with
Drama 10, 20 30.
The major difference between Drama 10, 20, 30 and Technical Theatre 15, 25, 35 lies in the learning
strategy employed in these courses. In every case, the provincial curriculum should be understood as
the foundation for the sequence.
Learner Outcomes
The prerequisite / co-requisite for Technical Theatre 15 is Drama 10, or Departmental approval. A
student will have general knowledge of Drama 10 objectives listed in the Provincial Guide and will
understand the forms of drama and the process involved in the presentation of drama knowledge. In
Technical Theatre 15, all objectives will be mastered through an expanded theoretical understanding,
project work and/or school production work.
Since Technical Theatre 15 begins the sequence of student specialization for production, selections
for focus may be made among costume, lighting, make-up properties, set, sound, and stage
management. While any one skill concentration makes a complete course, students in Technical
Theatre 15 are expected to have a good general working knowledge of all the components since this is
the prerequisite course for Technical Theatre 25.
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General Outcomes
1 Emphasis on technical production as the learning vehicle.
2 Focus on the development of technical professional skills.
3 From this sequence, students may advance to professional theatre training courses in the area of technical theatre.
4 From this sequence, students will exhibit technical competence in some aspect of theatrical production.
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Specific Learner Outcomes
1 Emphasis on technical production as the learning
vehicle.
15-3 15-5 25-3 25-5 35-3 35-5
1.1 COSTUME Understand the purpose of costume. Know
and practice appropriate safety procedures. Understand value of
the sketch as a tool in creating and communicating ideas in
costume design. Understand techniques of costume organization,
care, maintenance, cleaning and storage.
X
1.2 LIGHTING Understand purpose of stage lighting.
Know and demonstrate appropriate safety procedures for
working with lighting equipment and ladders. Understand
functions of standard lighting instruments: flood, fresnel,
ellipsoidal, followspot, cyc lights, border lights. Understand
function of: gel, barn doors, gobos, c-clamps, shutters.
Recognize lighting instruments locations: FOH, side ports, on
stage, lighting trees. Understand basic function of lighting control
systems.
X
1.3 MAKEUP Understand purpose of makeup.
Demonstrate proper cleanliness and safety techniques when
working with makeup on oneself and others. Examine physical
structure of the face. Compile makeup morgue. Identify basic
makeup supplies: bases, liners, powders, cleaners, brushes,
sponges, crepe hair, adhesives, shaders, highlighters. Differentiate
between abstract, straight, and character makeup.
X
1.4 PROPERTIES Understand purpose of stage properties.
Know and practice appropriate safety procedures when making
or working with props. Know proper safety procedures for
operating all tools used for props construction and maintenance.
Recognize and use different types of properties: set, hand,
rehearsal. Recognize need for developing and maintaining
properties inventories.
X
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1.5 SET Understand purpose of stage scenery. Recognize
and use theatre terminology related to the stage. Know proper
safety procedures for operating all tools used for set construction
and maintenance. Recognize and use different type of stages:
proscenium, apron, thrust, arena, flexible. Identify different types
of scenery: bare stage, curtain set, drop / wing set, box set, unit
set, suggestive or selective set, flats, projections, scrims,
cyclorama. Understand and use scale. Understand and use
ground plans.
X
1.6 SOUND Understand purpose of stage sound. Know
proper safety procedures when handling sound equipment.
Understand the basic advantages and limitations of sound
equipment, e.g. mini disc, cassette players, DC players, compact
disc players, amplifiers, mixers, microphones and speakers.
X
1.7 MANAGEMENT Understand duties of business
management staff. Understand importance and procedures for
script ordering and royalty payment. Understand importance of
record keeping and proper box office procedures. Understand
importance of effective publicity techniques/procedures.
Understand the importance of audience development.
Understand the duties of house manager and house management
staff e.g. ushering, program organization, foyer displays, post
performance clean up. Know appropriate safety procedures for
entry and seating arrangements for an audience. Understand
purpose and duties of stage manager (SM) and assistant stage
manager (ASM). Recognize and use basic technical
theatre/design terminology. Understand duties of technical crews:
lighting, sound, makeup, costume, set, stage properties, including
proper channels of authority.
X
1.8 COSTUME Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Select and work with a
variety of costume materials, e.g. paper, old clothing, garbage
bags, fabric, foam. Demonstrate skill in the use of appropriate
tools, e.g. sewing machine, glue gun, steam iron, staple gun.
Prepare rough costume plot based on a script.
X
1.9 LIGHTING Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate safe and
proper care in handling and maintaining available lighting
instruments. Hang and focus, available lighting instruments.
X
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1.10 MAKEUP Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Recognize and use different
kinds of makeup; e.g., greasepaint, pancake, cream, liquid.
Demonstrate basic application techniques. Demonstrate basic
principles of light and shadow in makeup. Practice proper use,
care, and storage of makeup supplies and applicators Prepare
makeup chart for a specific character. Apply makeup for a
specific character.
X
1.11 PROPERTIES Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Develop
props lists for a specific script. Demonstrate the ability to read
and interpret a working drawing. Demonstrate proper safety
procedures for operating all tools used for props construction
and maintenance. Demonstrate basic construction skills; e.g.,
measuring, squaring, cutting, nailing, gluing. Demonstrate skill in
operating appropriate tools.
X
1.12 SET Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate skill in operating
appropriate tools. Demonstrate proper safety procedures for
operating all tools used for set construction and maintenance.
Select and work with a variety of appropriate construction
materials. Demonstrate basic construction skills e.g. measuring,
squaring, cutting, nailing, gluing. Interpret and use working
drawings.
X
1.13 SOUND Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate proper safety
procedures when handling sound equipment. Demonstrate safe
and proper care in handling and maintaining available sound
equipment. Operate available sound equipment. Demonstrate
basic taping and mic techniques. Create live sound effects.
X
1.14 MANAGEMENT Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Know and
practice appropriate safety procedures in stage management.
Understand the need for continuous communication between
SM, ASM, and technical crews during performance.
Demonstrate spiking.
X
1.15 COSTUME Understand the importance of illusion in
costume design. Understand that inexpensive materials can be
substituted to create desired effects. Compare various costume
materials: weight, texture. Understand the effect coloured light
has on a variety of costume materials.
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X
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1.16 LIGHTING Understand importance of illusion in
lighting design. Understand that gels affect the way colour in
scenery, costume and makeup is perceived by the audience.
Understand various stage conventions applicable to lighting
design e.g. follow-spot in musical theatre, side-lighting in dance,
black light. Understand symbolism and psychological implications
of colour, angle, intensity and timing in creating mood.
X
1.17 MAKEUP Understand importance of illusion in
makeup design. Understand conventions applicable to makeup
design; e.g., clown, classical mime. Understand symbolism and
psychological implications of colour, texture, line and shape in
creating character.
X
1.18 PROPERTIES Understand importance of illusion in
properties design. Understand how the use of a prop affects its
construction. Identify external sources for props: loans and
rentals. Understand various stage conventions applicable to
props design; e.g., breakaway glass, use of coloured water for
liquor. Understand symbolism and psychological implications of
colour, texture and shape on props design.
X
1.19 SET Understand importance of illusion in set design.
Understand symbolism and psychological implications of colour,
texture, line, mass and form. Understand various stage
conventions applicable to set design; e.g., fourth wall, something
painted black means it is not there, suggested scenery.
Understand the mechanics of constructing standard set units; e.g.,
flats, doors, windows, stairs, ramps, platforms. Understand
proper techniques in mounting, moving and striking a set.
X
1.20 SOUND Understand importance of illusion in sound
design. Understand that acoustics of a space affect sound.
Understand how sound can affect the sense of realism in a
production. Understand various stage conventions applicable to
sound design; e.g., music as transition, musical theme to establish
character, using sound to establish locale. Show an awareness of
where to look for recorded material for use in production; e.g.
stores, libraries, internet.
X
1.21 MANAGEMENT Understand protocol for selling and
purchasing tickets. Implement an audience development strategy
for a specific project. Implement a publicity campaign or a
specific project. Practice appropriate safety procedures. Ensure
appropriate entry and seating arrangements for an audience.
X
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1.22 COSTUME Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate basic skills of
costume construction; i.e., taking measurements, cutting, draping,
assembling, fitting and finishing. Use appropriate costume
materials to demonstrate the effect of coloured light. Construct a
costume from a design.
X
1.23 LIGHTING Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Operate available lighting
control system. Demonstrate an understanding of a 2 scene
preset. Demonstrate an understanding of patching (hard and /or
soft). Create a wash, plus two point & three point lighting.
Demonstrate an understanding of proper
paperwork/documentation; e.g. patch sheets, cue sheets. Read a
lighting plot. Prepare cue sheets for a specific project.
X
1.24 MAKEUP Demonstrate knowledge understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Apply abstract, straight, and
character makeups. Create special effects with makeup, i.e.
bruises, cuts, blood, scars, missing teeth, black eyes. Use hair to
enhance character, i.e. colour, style, moustaches, beards, wigs.
X
1.25 PROPERTIES Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Select and
work with a variety of appropriate construction materials.
Demonstrate techniques of props decoration. Interpret a working
drawing for a specific prop. Construct and decorate a stage prop
from a design.
X
1.26 SET Practice proper placement of stage scenery:
balancing, angling, masking, sightlines, backdrops, scrims,
cyclorama. Demonstrate a variety of painting and texturing
techniques. Demonstrate proper techniques in mounting, moving
and striking set. Create a working drawing for a set element that
includes material specifications and construction details.
X
1.27 SOUND Create mood through sound. Set up and
operate available sound system. Use patching techniques to mix
sound. Prepare a preliminary cue sheet for a specific project.
Create a 'sound scape' for a specific project.
X
1.28 MANAGEMENT Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Practice
proper channels of communication between ASM, SM and
technical crews. Perform ASM duties for a specific project: back
stage organization, pre and post show check lists, correct
communication etiquette, performance duties and strike.
X
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1.29 COSTUME Understand the importance of artistic
unity in costume design. Understand the relationship of costume
design to directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of
costume design to the style of production. Understand the
importance and practice of authenticity and research. Understand
how design possibilities are limited by safety, budget, facility,
personnel and time. Understand symbolism and psychological
implications of colour, texture, line and shape. Understand how
various "theatrical conventions" are applicable to costume design;
e.g., neutral costuming, costume pieces, painted costumes.
X
1.30 LIGHTING Understand importance of artistic unity in
lighting design. Understand the relationship of lighting design to
directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of lighting design
to the style of production. Understand importance of authenticity
and research. Understand how design possibilities are limited by
safety, budget, equipment, facility, personnel and time.
X
1.31 MAKEUP Understand importance of artistic unity in
makeup design. Understand relationship of makeup design to
directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of makeup design
to the style of production. Understand importance of authenticity
and research. Understand how design possibilities are limited by
safety, budget, facility, personnel and time.
X
1.32 PROPERTIES Understand importance of artistic unity
in properties design. Understand the relationship of property
design to directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of
properties design to the style of production. Understand
importance of authenticity and research. Understand how design
possibilities are limited by safety, budget, facility, personnel and
time.
X
1.33 SET Understand importance of artistic unity in set
design. Understand the relationship of set design to directorial
concept. Recognize the relationship of set design to the style of
production. Understand importance of authenticity and research.
Understand how manipulation of colour, texture, line, mass and
form achieves balance, variety and focus. Understand how
design possibilities are limited by safety, budget, equipment,
facility, personnel and time.
X
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1.34 SOUND Understand importance of artistic unity in
sound design. Understand the relationship of sound design to
directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of sound design to
the style of the production. Understand importance of authenticity
and research. Understand how design possibilities are limited by
safety, budget, equipment, facility, personnel and time.
X
1.35 MANAGEMENT Perform appropriate business
management duties for a specific project. Develop, implement
and evaluate an audience development strategy for a specific
project. Organize a publicity campaign for a specific project.
Demonstrate appropriate house management duties e.g. ushering,
program organization, foyer displays, intermission, post
performance clean up, for a specific project. Implement safety
procedures for production; e.g., signage, use of flashlights,
highlighting stair edges.
X
1.36 COSTUME Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Read a script for clues to
costume design. Demonstrate the relationship of costume design
to directorial concept. Design costumes for a specific project
using renderings. Monitor and evaluate crew for safety practices.
X
1.37 LIGHTING Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Read script for clues to
lighting design. Demonstrate the relationship of lighting design to
directorial concept. Manipulate colour, intensity, and source to
achieve balance, variety and focus. Prepare a preliminary cue
sheet. Prepare an instrument schedule. Prepare lighting plot in
relation to a production ground plan. Monitor and evaluate crew
safety practices. Program lighting board for a production.
X
1.38 MAKEUP Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Read a script for clues to
makeup design. Demonstrate the relationship of makeup design
to directorial concept. Design and chart makeup for character(s)
in a play. Organize makeup for a specific project. Monitor and
evaluate crew safety practices.
X
1.39 PROPERTIES Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Read script
for clues to property design. Design props for a specific project.
Demonstrate the relationship of props design to directorial
concept. Produce working drawings for a property design
complete with material specifications and construction details.
Monitor and evaluate crew safety practices.
X
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1.40 SET Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Read a script for clues to set
design. Design a set for a specific project. Demonstrate the
relationship of set design to directorial concept. Produce both
front-elevational drawings and a scaled ground plan of the
design(s). Monitor and evaluate crew safety procedures.
X
1.41 SOUND Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Read script for clues to sound
design. Demonstrate the relationship of sound design to
directorial concept. Prepare proper paper work/documentation
for a specific project. Prepare preliminary cue sheet for a specific
project. Research and create a "sound scape" for a specific
project. Monitor and evaluate crew safety practices.
X
1.42 MANGEMENT Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Perform SM
duties for a specific project; rehearsal organization, prompt
book, technical/dress rehearsals, performance and strike. Take a
leadership role in production. Monitor and evaluate crew safety
practices.
X
2 Focus on the development of technical professional
skills.
15-3 15-5 25-3 25-5 35-3 35-5
2.1 COSTUME Understand the purpose of costume. Know
and practice appropriate safety procedures. Understand value of
the sketch as a tool in creating and communicating ideas in
costume design. Understand techniques of costume organization,
care, maintenance, cleaning and storage.
X
2.2 LIGHTING Understand purpose of stage lighting.
Know and demonstrate appropriate safety procedures for
working with lighting equipment and ladders. Understand
functions of standard lighting instruments: flood, fresnel,
ellipsoidal, followspot, cyc lights, border lights. Understand
function of: gel, barn doors, gobos, c-clamps, shutters.
Recognize lighting instruments locations: FOH, side ports, on
stage, lighting trees. Understand basic function of lighting control
systems.
X
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2.3 MAKEUP Understand purpose of makeup.
Demonstrate proper cleanliness and safety techniques when
working with makeup on oneself and others. Examine physical
structure of the face. Compile makeup morgue. Identify basic
makeup supplies: bases, liners, powders, cleaners, brushes,
sponges, crepe hair, adhesives, shaders, highlighters. Differentiate
between abstract, straight, and character makeup.
X
2.4 PROPERTIES Understand purpose of stage properties.
Know and practice appropriate safety procedures when making
or working with props. Know proper safety procedures for
operating all tools used for props construction and maintenance.
Recognize and use different types of properties: set, hand,
rehearsal. Recognize need for developing and maintaining
properties inventories.
X
2.5 SET Understand purpose of stage scenery. Recognize
and use theatre terminology related to the stage. Know proper
safety procedures for operating all tools used for set construction
and maintenance. Recognize and use different type of stages:
proscenium, apron, thrust, arena, flexible. Identify different types
of scenery: bare stage, curtain set, drop / wing set, box set, unit
set, suggestive or selective set, flats, projections, scrims,
cyclorama. Understand and use scale. Understand and use
ground plans.
X
2.6 SOUND Understand purpose of stage sound. Know
proper safety procedures when handling sound equipment.
Understand the basic advantages and limitations of sound
equipment, e.g. mini disc, cassette players, DC players, compact
disc players, amplifiers, mixers, microphones and speakers.
X
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2.7 MANAGEMENT Understand duties of business
management staff. Understand importance and procedures for
script ordering and royalty payment. Understand importance of
record keeping and proper box office procedures. Understand
importance of effective publicity techniques/procedures.
Understand the importance of audience development.
Understand the duties of house manager and house management
staff e.g. ushering, program organization, foyer displays, post
performance clean up. Know appropriate safety procedures for
entry and seating arrangements for an audience. Understand
purpose and duties of stage manager (SM) and assistant stage
manager (ASM). Recognize and use basic technical
theatre/design terminology. Understand duties of technical crews:
lighting, sound, makeup, costume, set, stage properties, including
proper channels of authority.
X
2.8 COSTUME Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Select and work with a
variety of costume materials, e.g. paper, old clothing, garbage
bags, fabric, foam. Demonstrate skill in the use of appropriate
tools, e.g. sewing machine, glue gun, steam iron, staple gun.
Prepare rough costume plot based on a script.
X
2.9 LIGHTING Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate safe and
proper care in handling and maintaining available lighting
instruments. Hang and focus, available lighting instruments.
X
2.10 MAKEUP Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Recognize and use different
kinds of makeup; e.g., greasepaint, pancake, cream, liquid.
Demonstrate basic application techniques. Demonstrate basic
principles of light and shadow in makeup. Practice proper use,
care, and storage of makeup supplies and applicators Prepare
makeup chart for a specific character. Apply makeup for a
specific character.
X
2.11 PROPERTIES Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Develop
props lists for a specific script. Demonstrate the ability to read
and interpret a working drawing. Demonstrate proper safety
procedures for operating all tools used for props construction
and maintenance. Demonstrate basic construction skills; e.g.,
measuring, squaring, cutting, nailing, gluing. Demonstrate skill in
operating appropriate tools.
X
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2.12 SET Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate skill in operating
appropriate tools. Demonstrate proper safety procedures for
operating all tools used for set construction and maintenance.
Select and work with a variety of appropriate construction
materials. Demonstrate basic construction skills e.g. measuring,
squaring, cutting, nailing, gluing. Interpret and use working
drawings.
X
2.13 SOUND Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate proper safety
procedures when handling sound equipment. Demonstrate safe
and proper care in handling and maintaining available sound
equipment. Operate available sound equipment. Demonstrate
basic taping and mic techniques. Create live sound effects.
X
2.14 MANAGEMENT Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Know and
practice appropriate safety procedures in stage management.
Understand the need for continuous communication between
SM, ASM, and technical crews during performance.
Demonstrate spiking.
X
2.15 COSTUME Understand the importance of illusion in
costume design. Understand that inexpensive materials can be
substituted to create desired effects. Compare various costume
materials: weight, texture. Understand the effect coloured light
has on a variety of costume materials.
X
2.16 LIGHTING Understand importance of illusion in
lighting design. Understand that gels affect the way colour in
scenery, costume and makeup is perceived by the audience.
Understand various stage conventions applicable to lighting
design e.g. follow-spot in musical theatre, side-lighting in dance,
black light. Understand symbolism and psychological implications
of colour, angle, intensity and timing in creating mood.
X
2.17 MAKEUP Understand importance of illusion in
makeup design. Understand conventions applicable to makeup
design; e.g., clown, classical mime. Understand symbolism and
psychological implications of colour, texture, line and shape in
creating character.
X
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2.18 PROPERTIES Understand importance of illusion in
properties design. Understand how the use of a prop affects its
construction. Identify external sources for props: loans and
rentals. Understand various stage conventions applicable to
props design; e.g., breakaway glass, use of coloured water for
liquor. Understand symbolism and psychological implications of
colour, texture and shape on props design.
X
2.19 SET Understand importance of illusion in set design.
Understand symbolism and psychological implications of colour,
texture, line, mass and form. Understand various stage
conventions applicable to set design; e.g., fourth wall, something
painted black means it is not there, suggested scenery.
Understand the mechanics of constructing standard set units; e.g.,
flats, doors, windows, stairs, ramps, platforms. Understand
proper techniques in mounting, moving and striking a set.
X
2.20 SOUND Understand importance of illusion in sound
design. Understand that acoustics of a space affect sound.
Understand how sound can affect the sense of realism in a
production. Understand various stage conventions applicable to
sound design; e.g., music as transition, musical theme to establish
character, using sound to establish locale. Show an awareness of
where to look for recorded material for use in production; e.g.
stores, libraries, internet.
X
2.21 MANAGEMENT Understand protocol for selling and
purchasing tickets. Implement an audience development strategy
for a specific project. Implement a publicity campaign or a
specific project. Practice appropriate safety procedures. Ensure
appropriate entry and seating arrangements for an audience.
X
2.22 COSTUME Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate basic skills of
costume construction; i.e., taking measurements, cutting, draping,
assembling, fitting and finishing. Use appropriate costume
materials to demonstrate the effect of coloured light. Construct a
costume from a design.
X
2.23 LIGHTING Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Operate available lighting
control system. Demonstrate an understanding of a 2 scene
preset. Demonstrate an understanding of patching (hard and /or
soft). Create a wash, plus two point & three point lighting.
Demonstrate an understanding of proper
paperwork/documentation; e.g. patch sheets, cue sheets. Read a
lighting plot. Prepare cue sheets for a specific project.
X
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2.24 MAKEUP Demonstrate knowledge understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Apply abstract, straight, and
character makeups. Create special effects with makeup, i.e.
bruises, cuts, blood, scars, missing teeth, black eyes. Use hair to
enhance character, i.e. colour, style, moustaches, beards, wigs.
X
2.25 PROPERTIES Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Select and
work with a variety of appropriate construction materials.
Demonstrate techniques of props decoration. Interpret a working
drawing for a specific prop. Construct and decorate a stage prop
from a design.
X
2.26 SET Practice proper placement of stage scenery:
balancing, angling, masking, sightlines, backdrops, scrims,
cyclorama. Demonstrate a variety of painting and texturing
techniques. Demonstrate proper techniques in mounting, moving
and striking set. Create a working drawing for a set element that
includes material specifications and construction details.
X
2.27 SOUND Create mood through sound. Set up and
operate available sound system. Use patching techniques to mix
sound. Prepare a preliminary cue sheet for a specific project.
Create a 'sound scape' for a specific project.
X
2.28 MANAGEMENT Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Practice
proper channels of communication between ASM, SM and
technical crews. Perform ASM duties for a specific project: back
stage organization, pre and post show check lists, correct
communication etiquette, performance duties and strike.
X
2.29 COSTUME Understand the importance of artistic
unity in costume design. Understand the relationship of costume
design to directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of
costume design to the style of production. Understand the
importance and practice of authenticity and research. Understand
how design possibilities are limited by safety, budget, facility,
personnel and time. Understand symbolism and psychological
implications of colour, texture, line and shape. Understand how
various "theatrical conventions" are applicable to costume design;
e.g., neutral costuming, costume pieces, painted costumes.
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2.30 LIGHTING Understand importance of artistic unity in
lighting design. Understand the relationship of lighting design to
directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of lighting design
to the style of production. Understand importance of authenticity
and research. Understand how design possibilities are limited by
safety, budget, equipment, facility, personnel and time.
X
2.31 MAKEUP Understand importance of artistic unity in
makeup design. Understand relationship of makeup design to
directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of makeup design
to the style of production. Understand importance of authenticity
and research. Understand how design possibilities are limited by
safety, budget, facility, personnel and time.
X
2.32 PROPERTIES Understand importance of artistic unity
in properties design. Understand the relationship of property
design to directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of
properties design to the style of production. Understand
importance of authenticity and research. Understand how design
possibilities are limited by safety, budget, facility, personnel and
time.
X
2.33 SET Understand importance of artistic unity in set
design. Understand the relationship of set design to directorial
concept. Recognize the relationship of set design to the style of
production. Understand importance of authenticity and research.
Understand how manipulation of colour, texture, line, mass and
form achieves balance, variety and focus. Understand how
design possibilities are limited by safety, budget, equipment,
facility, personnel and time.
X
2.34 SOUND Understand importance of artistic unity in
sound design. Understand the relationship of sound design to
directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of sound design to
the style of the production. Understand importance of authenticity
and research. Understand how design possibilities are limited by
safety, budget, equipment, facility, personnel and time.
X
2.35 MANAGMENT Perform appropriate business
management duties for a specific project. Develop, implement
and evaluate an audience development strategy for a specific
project. Organize a publicity campaign for a specific project.
Demonstrate appropriate house management duties e.g. ushering,
program organization, foyer displays, intermission, post
performance clean up, for a specific project. Implement safety
procedures for production; e.g., signage, use of flashlights,
highlighting stair edges.
X
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2.36 COSTUME Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Read a script for clues to
costume design. Demonstrate the relationship of costume design
to directorial concept. Design costumes for a specific project
using renderings. Monitor and evaluate crew for safety practices.
X
2.37 LIGHTING Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Read script for clues to
lighting design. Demonstrate the relationship of lighting design to
directorial concept. Manipulate colour, intensity, and source to
achieve balance, variety and focus. Prepare a preliminary cue
sheet. Prepare an instrument schedule. Prepare lighting plot in
relation to a production ground plan. Monitor and evaluate crew
safety practices. Program lighting board for a production.
X
2.38 MAKEUP Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Read a script for clues to
makeup design. Demonstrate the relationship of makeup design
to directorial concept. Design and chart makeup for character(s)
in a play. Organize makeup for a specific project. Monitor and
evaluate crew safety practices.
X
2.39 PROPERTIES Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Read script
for clues to property design. Design props for a specific project.
Demonstrate the relationship of props design to directorial
concept. Produce working drawings for a property design
complete with material specifications and construction details.
Monitor and evaluate crew safety practices.
X
2.40 SET Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Read a script for clues to set
design. Design a set for a specific project. Demonstrate the
relationship of set design to directorial concept. Produce both
front-elevational drawings and a scaled ground plan of the
design(s). Monitor and evaluate crew safety procedures.
X
2.41 SOUND Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Read script for clues to sound
design. Demonstrate the relationship of sound design to
directorial concept. Prepare proper paper work/documentation
for a specific project. Prepare preliminary cue sheet for a specific
project. Research and create a "sound scape" for a specific
project. Monitor and evaluate crew safety practices.
X
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X
2.42 MANAGEMENT Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Perform SM
duties for a specific project; rehearsal organization, prompt
book, technical/dress rehearsals, performance and strike. Take a
leadership role in production. Monitor and evaluate crew safety
practices.
3 From this sequence, students may advance to
professional theatre training courses in the area of
technical theatre.
15-3 15-5 25-3 25-5 35-3 35-5
3.1 COSTUME Understand the purpose of costume. Know
and practice appropriate safety procedures. Understand value of
the sketch as a tool in creating and communicating ideas in
costume design. Understand techniques of costume organization,
care, maintenance, cleaning and storage.
X
3.2 LIGHTING Understand purpose of stage lighting.
Know and demonstrate appropriate safety procedures for
working with lighting equipment and ladders. Understand
functions of standard lighting instruments: flood, fresnel,
ellipsoidal, followspot, cyc lights, border lights. Understand
function of: gel, barn doors, gobos, c-clamps, shutters.
Recognize lighting instruments locations: FOH, side ports, on
stage, lighting trees. Understand basic function of lighting control
systems.
X
3.3 MAKEUP Understand purpose of makeup.
Demonstrate proper cleanliness and safety techniques when
working with makeup on oneself and others. Examine physical
structure of the face. Compile makeup morgue. Identify basic
makeup supplies: bases, liners, powders, cleaners, brushes,
sponges, crepe hair, adhesives, shaders, highlighters. Differentiate
between abstract, straight, and character makeup.
X
3.4 PROPERTIES Understand purpose of stage properties.
Know and practice appropriate safety procedures when making
or working with props. Know proper safety procedures for
operating all tools used for props construction and maintenance.
Recognize and use different types of properties: set, hand,
rehearsal. Recognize need for developing and maintaining
properties inventories.
X
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3.5 SET Understand purpose of stage scenery. Recognize
and use theatre terminology related to the stage. Know proper
safety procedures for operating all tools used for set construction
and maintenance. Recognize and use different type of stages:
proscenium, apron, thrust, arena, flexible. Identify different types
of scenery: bare stage, curtain set, drop / wing set, box set, unit
set, suggestive or selective set, flats, projections, scrims,
cyclorama. Understand and use scale. Understand and use
ground plans.
X
3.6 SOUND Understand purpose of stage sound. Know
proper safety procedures when handling sound equipment.
Understand the basic advantages and limitations of sound
equipment, e.g. mini disc, cassette players, DC players, compact
disc players, amplifiers, mixers, microphones and speakers.
X
3.7 MANAGEMENT Understand duties of business
management staff. Understand importance and procedures for
script ordering and royalty payment. Understand importance of
record keeping and proper box office procedures. Understand
importance of effective publicity techniques/procedures.
Understand the importance of audience development.
Understand the duties of house manager and house management
staff e.g. ushering, program organization, foyer displays, post
performance clean up. Know appropriate safety procedures for
entry and seating arrangements for an audience. Understand
purpose and duties of stage manager (SM) and assistant stage
manager (ASM). Recognize and use basic technical
theatre/design terminology. Understand duties of technical crews:
lighting, sound, makeup, costume, set, stage properties, including
proper channels of authority.
X
3.8 COSTUME Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Select and work with a
variety of costume materials, e.g. paper, old clothing, garbage
bags, fabric, foam. Demonstrate skill in the use of appropriate
tools, e.g. sewing machine, glue gun, steam iron, staple gun.
Prepare rough costume plot based on a script.
X
3.9 LIGHTING Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate safe and
proper care in handling and maintaining available lighting
instruments. Hang and focus, available lighting instruments.
X
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3.10 MAKEUP Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Recognize and use different
kinds of makeup; e.g., greasepaint, pancake, cream, liquid.
Demonstrate basic application techniques. Demonstrate basic
principles of light and shadow in makeup. Practice proper use,
care, and storage of makeup supplies and applicators Prepare
makeup chart for a specific character. Apply makeup for a
specific character.
X
3.11 PROPERTIES Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Develop
props lists for a specific script. Demonstrate the ability to read
and interpret a working drawing. Demonstrate proper safety
procedures for operating all tools used for props construction
and maintenance. Demonstrate basic construction skills; e.g.,
measuring, squaring, cutting, nailing, gluing. Demonstrate skill in
operating appropriate tools.
X
3.12 SET Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate skill in operating
appropriate tools. Demonstrate proper safety procedures for
operating all tools used for set construction and maintenance.
Select and work with a variety of appropriate construction
materials. Demonstrate basic construction skills e.g. measuring,
squaring, cutting, nailing, gluing. Interpret and use working
drawings.
X
3.13 SOUND Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate proper safety
procedures when handling sound equipment. Demonstrate safe
and proper care in handling and maintaining available sound
equipment. Operate available sound equipment. Demonstrate
basic taping and mic techniques. Create live sound effects.
X
3.14 MANAGEMENT Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Know and
practice appropriate safety procedures in stage management.
Understand the need for continuous communication between
SM, ASM, and technical crews during performance.
Demonstrate spiking.
X
3.15 COSTUME Understand the importance of illusion in
costume design. Understand that inexpensive materials can be
substituted to create desired effects. Compare various costume
materials: weight, texture. Understand the effect coloured light
has on a variety of costume materials.
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3.16 LIGHTING Understand importance of illusion in
lighting design. Understand that gels affect the way colour in
scenery, costume and makeup is perceived by the audience.
Understand various stage conventions applicable to lighting
design e.g. follow-spot in musical theatre, side-lighting in dance,
black light. Understand symbolism and psychological implications
of colour, angle, intensity and timing in creating mood.
X
3.17 MAKEUP Understand importance of illusion in
makeup design. Understand conventions applicable to makeup
design; e.g., clown, classical mime. Understand symbolism and
psychological implications of colour, texture, line and shape in
creating character.
X
3.18 PROPERTIES Understand importance of illusion in
properties design. Understand how the use of a prop affects its
construction. Identify external sources for props: loans and
rentals. Understand various stage conventions applicable to
props design; e.g., breakaway glass, use of coloured water for
liquor. Understand symbolism and psychological implications of
colour, texture and shape on props design.
X
3.19 SET Understand importance of illusion in set design.
Understand symbolism and psychological implications of colour,
texture, line, mass and form. Understand various stage
conventions applicable to set design; e.g., fourth wall, something
painted black means it is not there, suggested scenery.
Understand the mechanics of constructing standard set units; e.g.,
flats, doors, windows, stairs, ramps, platforms. Understand
proper techniques in mounting, moving and striking a set.
X
3.20 SOUND Understand importance of illusion in sound
design. Understand that acoustics of a space affect sound.
Understand how sound can affect the sense of realism in a
production. Understand various stage conventions applicable to
sound design; e.g., music as transition, musical theme to establish
character, using sound to establish locale. Show an awareness of
where to look for recorded material for use in production; e.g.
stores, libraries, internet.
X
3.21 MANAGEMENT Understand protocol for selling and
purchasing tickets. Implement an audience development strategy
for a specific project. Implement a publicity campaign or a
specific project. Practice appropriate safety procedures. Ensure
appropriate entry and seating arrangements for an audience.
X
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3.22 COSTUME Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate basic skills of
costume construction; i.e., taking measurements, cutting, draping,
assembling, fitting and finishing. Use appropriate costume
materials to demonstrate the effect of coloured light. Construct a
costume from a design.
X
3.23 LIGHTING Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Operate available lighting
control system. Demonstrate an understanding of a 2 scene
preset. Demonstrate an understanding of patching (hard and /or
soft). Create a wash, plus two point & three point lighting.
Demonstrate an understanding of proper
paperwork/documentation; e.g. patch sheets, cue sheets. Read a
lighting plot. Prepare cue sheets for a specific project.
X
3.24 MAKEUP Demonstrate knowledge understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Apply abstract, straight, and
character makeups. Create special effects with makeup, i.e.
bruises, cuts, blood, scars, missing teeth, black eyes. Use hair to
enhance character, i.e. colour, style, moustaches, beards, wigs.
X
3.25 PROPERTIES Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Select and
work with a variety of appropriate construction materials.
Demonstrate techniques of props decoration. Interpret a working
drawing for a specific prop. Construct and decorate a stage prop
from a design.
X
3.26 SET Practice proper placement of stage scenery:
balancing, angling, masking, sightlines, backdrops, scrims,
cyclorama. Demonstrate a variety of painting and texturing
techniques. Demonstrate proper techniques in mounting, moving
and striking set. Create a working drawing for a set element that
includes material specifications and construction details.
X
3.27 SOUND Create mood through sound. Set up and
operate available sound system. Use patching techniques to mix
sound. Prepare a preliminary cue sheet for a specific project.
Create a 'sound scape' for a specific project.
X
3.28 MANAGEMENT Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Practice
proper channels of communication between ASM, SM and
technical crews. Perform ASM duties for a specific project: back
stage organization, pre and post show check lists, correct
communication etiquette, performance duties and strike.
X
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3.29 COSTUME Understand the importance of artistic
unity in costume design. Understand the relationship of costume
design to directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of
costume design to the style of production. Understand the
importance and practice of authenticity and research. Understand
how design possibilities are limited by safety, budget, facility,
personnel and time. Understand symbolism and psychological
implications of colour, texture, line and shape. Understand how
various "theatrical conventions" are applicable to costume design;
e.g., neutral costuming, costume pieces, painted costumes.
X
3.30 LIGHTING Understand importance of artistic unity in
lighting design. Understand the relationship of lighting design to
directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of lighting design
to the style of production. Understand importance of authenticity
and research. Understand how design possibilities are limited by
safety, budget, equipment, facility, personnel and time.
X
3.31 MAKEUP Understand importance of artistic unity in
makeup design. Understand relationship of makeup design to
directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of makeup design
to the style of production. Understand importance of authenticity
and research. Understand how design possibilities are limited by
safety, budget, facility, personnel and time.
X
3.32 PROPERTIES Understand importance of artistic unity
in properties design. Understand the relationship of property
design to directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of
properties design to the style of production. Understand
importance of authenticity and research. Understand how design
possibilities are limited by safety, budget, facility, personnel and
time.
X
3.33 SET Understand importance of artistic unity in set
design. Understand the relationship of set design to directorial
concept. Recognize the relationship of set design to the style of
production. Understand importance of authenticity and research.
Understand how manipulation of colour, texture, line, mass and
form achieves balance, variety and focus. Understand how
design possibilities are limited by safety, budget, equipment,
facility, personnel and time.
X
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3.34 SOUND Understand importance of artistic unity in
sound design. Understand the relationship of sound design to
directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of sound design to
the style of the production. Understand importance of authenticity
and research. Understand how design possibilities are limited by
safety, budget, equipment, facility, personnel and time.
X
3.35 MANAGEMENT Perform appropriate business
management duties for a specific project. Develop, implement
and evaluate an audience development strategy for a specific
project. Organize a publicity campaign for a specific project.
Demonstrate appropriate house management duties e.g. ushering,
program organization, foyer displays, intermission, post
performance clean up, for a specific project. Implement safety
procedures for production; e.g., signage, use of flashlights,
highlighting stair edges.
X
3.36 COSTUME Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Read a script for clues to
costume design. Demonstrate the relationship of costume design
to directorial concept. Design costumes for a specific project
using renderings. Monitor and evaluate crew for safety practices.
X
3.37 LIGHTING Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Read script for clues to
lighting design. Demonstrate the relationship of lighting design to
directorial concept. Manipulate colour, intensity, and source to
achieve balance, variety and focus. Prepare a preliminary cue
sheet. Prepare an instrument schedule. Prepare lighting plot in
relation to a production ground plan. Monitor and evaluate crew
safety practices. Program lighting board for a production.
X
3.38 MAKEUP Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Read a script for clues to
makeup design. Demonstrate the relationship of makeup design
to directorial concept. Design and chart makeup for character(s)
in a play. Organize makeup for a specific project. Monitor and
evaluate crew safety practices.
X
3.39 PROPERTIES Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Read script
for clues to property design. Design props for a specific project.
Demonstrate the relationship of props design to directorial
concept. Produce working drawings for a property design
complete with material specifications and construction details.
Monitor and evaluate crew safety practices.
X
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3.40 SET Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Read a script for clues to set
design. Design a set for a specific project. Demonstrate the
relationship of set design to directorial concept. Produce both
front-elevational drawings and a scaled ground plan of the
design(s). Monitor and evaluate crew safety procedures.
X
3.41 SOUND Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Read script for clues to sound
design. Demonstrate the relationship of sound design to
directorial concept. Prepare proper paper work/documentation
for a specific project. Prepare preliminary cue sheet for a specific
project. Research and create a "sound scape" for a specific
project. Monitor and evaluate crew safety practices.
X
3.42 MANAGEMENT Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Perform SM
duties for a specific project; rehearsal organization, prompt
book, technical/dress rehearsals, performance and strike. Take a
leadership role in production. Monitor and evaluate crew safety
practices.
X
4 From this sequence, students will exhibit technical
competence in some aspect of theatrical production.
15-3 15-5 25-3 25-5 35-3 35-5
4.1 COSTUME Understand the purpose of costume. Know
and practice appropriate safety procedures. Understand value of
the sketch as a tool in creating and communicating ideas in
costume design. Understand techniques of costume organization,
care, maintenance, cleaning and storage.
X
4.2 LIGHTING Understand purpose of stage lighting.
Know and demonstrate appropriate safety procedures for
working with lighting equipment and ladders. Understand
functions of standard lighting instruments: flood, fresnel,
ellipsoidal, followspot, cyc lights, border lights. Understand
function of: gel, barn doors, gobos, c-clamps, shutters.
Recognize lighting instruments locations: FOH, side ports, on
stage, lighting trees. Understand basic function of lighting control
systems.
X
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4.3 MAKEUP Understand purpose of makeup.
Demonstrate proper cleanliness and safety techniques when
working with makeup on oneself and others. Examine physical
structure of the face. Compile makeup morgue. Identify basic
makeup supplies: bases, liners, powders, cleaners, brushes,
sponges, crepe hair, adhesives, shaders, highlighters. Differentiate
between abstract, straight, and character makeup.
X
4.4 PROPERTIES Understand purpose of stage properties.
Know and practice appropriate safety procedures when making
or working with props. Know proper safety procedures for
operating all tools used for props construction and maintenance.
Recognize and use different types of properties: set, hand,
rehearsal. Recognize need for developing and maintaining
properties inventories.
X
4.5 SET Understand purpose of stage scenery. Recognize
and use theatre terminology related to the stage. Know proper
safety procedures for operating all tools used for set construction
and maintenance. Recognize and use different type of stages:
proscenium, apron, thrust, arena, flexible. Identify different types
of scenery: bare stage, curtain set, drop / wing set, box set, unit
set, suggestive or selective set, flats, projections, scrims,
cyclorama. Understand and use scale. Understand and use
ground plans.
X
4.6 SOUND Understand purpose of stage sound. Know
proper safety procedures when handling sound equipment.
Understand the basic advantages and limitations of sound
equipment, e.g. mini disc, cassette players, DC players, compact
disc players, amplifiers, mixers, microphones and speakers.
X
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4.7 MANAGEMENT Understand duties of business
management staff. Understand importance and procedures for
script ordering and royalty payment. Understand importance of
record keeping and proper box office procedures. Understand
importance of effective publicity techniques/procedures.
Understand the importance of audience development.
Understand the duties of house manager and house management
staff e.g. ushering, program organization, foyer displays, post
performance clean up. Know appropriate safety procedures for
entry and seating arrangements for an audience. Understand
purpose and duties of stage manager (SM) and assistant stage
manager (ASM). Recognize and use basic technical
theatre/design terminology. Understand duties of technical crews:
lighting, sound, makeup, costume, set, stage properties, including
proper channels of authority.
X
4.8 COSTUME Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Select and work with a
variety of costume materials, e.g. paper, old clothing, garbage
bags, fabric, foam. Demonstrate skill in the use of appropriate
tools, e.g. sewing machine, glue gun, steam iron, staple gun.
Prepare rough costume plot based on a script.
X
4.9 LIGHTING Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate safe and
proper care in handling and maintaining available lighting
instruments. Hang and focus, available lighting instruments.
X
4.10 MAKEUP Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Recognize and use different
kinds of makeup; e.g., greasepaint, pancake, cream, liquid.
Demonstrate basic application techniques. Demonstrate basic
principles of light and shadow in makeup. Practice proper use,
care, and storage of makeup supplies and applicators Prepare
makeup chart for a specific character. Apply makeup for a
specific character.
X
4.11 PROPERTIES Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Develop
props lists for a specific script. Demonstrate the ability to read
and interpret a working drawing. Demonstrate proper safety
procedures for operating all tools used for props construction
and maintenance. Demonstrate basic construction skills; e.g.,
measuring, squaring, cutting, nailing, gluing. Demonstrate skill in
operating appropriate tools.
X
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4.12 SET Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate skill in operating
appropriate tools. Demonstrate proper safety procedures for
operating all tools used for set construction and maintenance.
Select and work with a variety of appropriate construction
materials. Demonstrate basic construction skills e.g. measuring,
squaring, cutting, nailing, gluing. Interpret and use working
drawings.
X
4.13 SOUND Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate proper safety
procedures when handling sound equipment. Demonstrate safe
and proper care in handling and maintaining available sound
equipment. Operate available sound equipment. Demonstrate
basic taping and mic techniques. Create live sound effects.
X
4.14 MANAGEMENT Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Know and
practice appropriate safety procedures in stage management.
Understand the need for continuous communication between
SM, ASM, and technical crews during performance.
Demonstrate spiking.
X
4.15 COSTUME Understand the importance of illusion in
costume design. Understand that inexpensive materials can be
substituted to create desired effects. Compare various costume
materials: weight, texture. Understand the effect coloured light
has on a variety of costume materials.
X
4.16 LIGHTING Understand importance of illusion in
lighting design. Understand that gels affect the way colour in
scenery, costume and makeup is perceived by the audience.
Understand various stage conventions applicable to lighting
design e.g. follow-spot in musical theatre, side-lighting in dance,
black light. Understand symbolism and psychological implications
of colour, angle, intensity and timing in creating mood.
X
4.17 MAKEUP Understand importance of illusion in
makeup design. Understand conventions applicable to makeup
design; e.g., clown, classical mime. Understand symbolism and
psychological implications of colour, texture, line and shape in
creating character.
X
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4.18 PROPERTIES Understand importance of illusion in
properties design. Understand how the use of a prop affects its
construction. Identify external sources for props: loans and
rentals. Understand various stage conventions applicable to
props design; e.g., breakaway glass, use of coloured water for
liquor. Understand symbolism and psychological implications of
colour, texture and shape on props design.
X
4.19 SET Understand importance of illusion in set design.
Understand symbolism and psychological implications of colour,
texture, line, mass and form. Understand various stage
conventions applicable to set design; e.g., fourth wall, something
painted black means it is not there, suggested scenery.
Understand the mechanics of constructing standard set units; e.g.,
flats, doors, windows, stairs, ramps, platforms. Understand
proper techniques in mounting, moving and striking a set.
X
4.20 SOUND Understand importance of illusion in sound
design. Understand that acoustics of a space affect sound.
Understand how sound can affect the sense of realism in a
production. Understand various stage conventions applicable to
sound design; e.g., music as transition, musical theme to establish
character, using sound to establish locale. Show an awareness of
where to look for recorded material for use in production; e.g.
stores, libraries, internet.
X
4.21 MANAGEMENT Understand protocol for selling and
purchasing tickets. Implement an audience development strategy
for a specific project. Implement a publicity campaign or a
specific project. Practice appropriate safety procedures. Ensure
appropriate entry and seating arrangements for an audience.
X
4.22 COSTUME Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Demonstrate basic skills of
costume construction; i.e., taking measurements, cutting, draping,
assembling, fitting and finishing. Use appropriate costume
materials to demonstrate the effect of coloured light. Construct a
costume from a design.
X
4.23 LIGHTING Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Operate available lighting
control system. Demonstrate an understanding of a 2 scene
preset. Demonstrate an understanding of patching (hard and /or
soft). Create a wash, plus two point & three point lighting.
Demonstrate an understanding of proper
paperwork/documentation; e.g. patch sheets, cue sheets. Read a
lighting plot. Prepare cue sheets for a specific project.
X
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4.24 MAKEUP Demonstrate knowledge understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Apply abstract, straight, and
character makeups. Create special effects with makeup, i.e.
bruises, cuts, blood, scars, missing teeth, black eyes. Use hair to
enhance character, i.e. colour, style, moustaches, beards, wigs.
X
4.25 PROPERTIES Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Select and
work with a variety of appropriate construction materials.
Demonstrate techniques of props decoration. Interpret a working
drawing for a specific prop. Construct and decorate a stage prop
from a design.
X
4.26 SET Practice proper placement of stage scenery:
balancing, angling, masking, sightlines, backdrops, scrims,
cyclorama. Demonstrate a variety of painting and texturing
techniques. Demonstrate proper techniques in mounting, moving
and striking set. Create a working drawing for a set element that
includes material specifications and construction details.
X
4.27 SOUND Create mood through sound. Set up and
operate available sound system. Use patching techniques to mix
sound. Prepare a preliminary cue sheet for a specific project.
Create a 'sound scape' for a specific project.
X
4.28 MANAGEMENT Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Practice
proper channels of communication between ASM, SM and
technical crews. Perform ASM duties for a specific project: back
stage organization, pre and post show check lists, correct
communication etiquette, performance duties and strike.
X
4.29 COSTUME Understand the importance of artistic
unity in costume design. Understand the relationship of costume
design to directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of
costume design to the style of production. Understand the
importance and practice of authenticity and research. Understand
how design possibilities are limited by safety, budget, facility,
personnel and time. Understand symbolism and psychological
implications of colour, texture, line and shape. Understand how
various "theatrical conventions" are applicable to costume design;
e.g., neutral costuming, costume pieces, painted costumes.
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4.30 LIGHTING Understand importance of artistic unity in
lighting design. Understand the relationship of lighting design to
directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of lighting design
to the style of production. Understand importance of authenticity
and research. Understand how design possibilities are limited by
safety, budget, equipment, facility, personnel and time.
X
4.31 MAKEUP Understand importance of artistic unity in
makeup design. Understand relationship of makeup design to
directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of makeup design
to the style of production. Understand importance of authenticity
and research. Understand how design possibilities are limited by
safety, budget, facility, personnel and time.
X
4.32 PROPERTIES Understand importance of artistic unity
in properties design. Understand the relationship of property
design to directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of
properties design to the style of production. Understand
importance of authenticity and research. Understand how design
possibilities are limited by safety, budget, facility, personnel and
time.
X
4.33 SET Understand importance of artistic unity in set
design. Understand the relationship of set design to directorial
concept. Recognize the relationship of set design to the style of
production. Understand importance of authenticity and research.
Understand how manipulation of colour, texture, line, mass and
form achieves balance, variety and focus. Understand how
design possibilities are limited by safety, budget, equipment,
facility, personnel and time.
X
4.34 SOUND Understand importance of artistic unity in
sound design. Understand the relationship of sound design to
directorial concept. Recognize the relationship of sound design to
the style of the production. Understand importance of authenticity
and research. Understand how design possibilities are limited by
safety, budget, equipment, facility, personnel and time.
X
4.35 MANAGEMENT Perform appropriate business
management duties for a specific project. Develop, implement
and evaluate an audience development strategy for a specific
project. Organize a publicity campaign for a specific project.
Demonstrate appropriate house management duties e.g. ushering,
program organization, foyer displays, intermission, post
performance clean up, for a specific project. Implement safety
procedures for production; e.g., signage, use of flashlights,
highlighting stair edges.
X
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4.36 COSTUME Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Read a script for clues to
costume design. Demonstrate the relationship of costume design
to directorial concept. Design costumes for a specific project
using renderings. Monitor and evaluate crew for safety practices.
X
4.37 LIGHTING Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Read script for clues to
lighting design. Demonstrate the relationship of lighting design to
directorial concept. Manipulate colour, intensity, and source to
achieve balance, variety and focus. Prepare a preliminary cue
sheet. Prepare an instrument schedule. Prepare lighting plot in
relation to a production ground plan. Monitor and evaluate crew
safety practices. Program lighting board for a production.
X
4.38 MAKEUP Demonstrate knowledge, understanding
and application of all 3-credit skills. Read a script for clues to
makeup design. Demonstrate the relationship of makeup design
to directorial concept. Design and chart makeup for character(s)
in a play. Organize makeup for a specific project. Monitor and
evaluate crew safety practices.
X
4.39 PROPERTIES Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Read script
for clues to property design. Design props for a specific project.
Demonstrate the relationship of props design to directorial
concept. Produce working drawings for a property design
complete with material specifications and construction details.
Monitor and evaluate crew safety practices.
X
4.40 SET Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Read a script for clues to set
design. Design a set for a specific project. Demonstrate the
relationship of set design to directorial concept. Produce both
front-elevational drawings and a scaled ground plan of the
design(s). Monitor and evaluate crew safety procedures.
X
4.41 SOUND Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and
application of all 3-credit skills. Read script for clues to sound
design. Demonstrate the relationship of sound design to
directorial concept. Prepare proper paper work/documentation
for a specific project. Prepare preliminary cue sheet for a specific
project. Research and create a "sound scape" for a specific
project. Monitor and evaluate crew safety practices.
X
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4.42 MANAGEMENT Demonstrate knowledge,
understanding and application of all 3-credit skills. Perform SM
duties for a specific project; rehearsal organization, prompt
book, technical/dress rehearsals, performance and strike. Take a
leadership role in production. Monitor and evaluate crew safety
practices.
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Facilities or Equipment
Facility
Equipment
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Learning Resources
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Theatre History
·
Theatre Through the Ages
Cesare Molinari
Translated by Colin Hamer
McGraw – Hill 1972
·
A History of the Theatre
Glynne Wickham
Phardon Press Ltd. 1998
Set, Lighting, Sound, Costume, Makeup, Props, and Stage Management
·
AudioCraft
Randy Thorn
National Federation of Community Broadcasters, Inc. 1989
·
Create Your Own Stage Sets
Terry Thomas
Prentice – Hall, Inc. 1985
·
Create Your Own Stage Props
Jacquie Govier
Prentice-Hall, Inc. 1984
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Scene Design, Stage Lighting, Sound, Costume and Makeup
Willard F. Bellman 1983
·
20,000 Years of Fashion
Francois Boucher
Harry N. Abrams, Inc.
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Evolution of Fashion
Margot Hamilton – Hill and Peter Bucknell
Drama Book Specialists 1967
·
Patterns for Theatrical Costumes
Katherine Strand Holkeboer
Prentice – Hall, Inc. 1984
·
Creative Theatrical Makeup
Donna Arnink
Prentice – Hall, Inc. 1984
·
Stage Makeup
Richard Carson
Prentice – Hall, Inc. 1975
·
Create Your Own Stage Lighting
Tim Streader and Johnny Williams
Prentice – Hall, Inc. 1985
·
Stage Management Handbook
A Guide of Practical Techniques
Allyn & Bacon Inc. (Pub) 1982
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·
Dramatics Magazine
2343 Auburn Ave
Cincinatti.Ohio
USA 45219-2815
Others
Identification of Controversial or Sensitive Course Components
Identification of Safety Components
Significant Overlap with Provincial Curriculum
The following program does not overlap with provincially developed courses.
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Assessment
TECHNICAL THEATRE 15-25-35
Teachers of these classes will use a variety of assessment tools.
We recommend that teachers provide students with an outline of what assessment tools
will be used to evaluate them. If learning experiences and related assessment tasks are to
fulfill their purposes, the expectations must be clear to both teacher and student. This
should be available at the beginning of each course so that students can plan, with the
teacher, a careful definition of work and leadership responsibility.
Although the Technical Theatre courses are designed for those who wish to make a
commitment to intense work in theatre production, this aim does not cancel the teacher’s
leadership responsibility. The teacher of the program bears the ultimate responsibility
for all school productions.
Teacher Assessment Tools
Teachers of these classes will use a variety of assessment strategies.
Some suggested assessment tools are:
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Question and answer
·
Written exam
·
Research paper
·
Oral presentation
·
Self evaluation
·
Journals, logs, diaries
·
Portfolios
·
Checklists
·
Interviews
·
Peer group assessment
·
Video tapes
The following and other curriculum content components can be used:
·
Costume plot
·
Costume sketch
·
Building a costume
·
Designing as costume
·
Performing the role of costume head
·
Lighting operator
·
Makeup head
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Props head
Sound operator
Set carpenter
Assistant stage manager
Stage manager
Hanging and focusing lights
Operating lighting boards
Preparing an instrument schedule
Designing a lighting plot
Compile a makeup morgue
Prepare makeup charts
Design and put on makeup
Build a prop
Designing and constructing a set
Appropriate tool use
Create live sound effects
Design sound
Set up a prompt book
Maintain prompt book
TEACHER ASSESSMENT EXAMPLES TECHNICAL THEATRE 15/25/35
Technical Theatre 15 Lighting
Within the context of a selected production, the student demonstrates the ability to:
Superior
Very Good
Good
Fair
Poor
Use appropriate safety procedures
Hang a lighting instrument
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Focus a lighting instrument
Patch a lighting instrument
Technical Theatre 15 Sound
Create a series of basic sound effects suitable for a specific script. Choose instruments and
materials that will make a realistic sound.
Assignment Scale:
4
All effects were realistic and clearly represented the required sound.
3
Most effects were realistic and represented the required sound.
2
Some effects were realistic and representative of the required sound.
1
Few effects were realistic and representative of the required sound.
Student Name
4
3
2
1
Comments
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Technical Theatre 25 Costumes
In the costumes unit, students must use a variety of tools. The following checklist could be
used by students and teachers to track student progress in using tools safely and
appropriately.
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Student Name has used the following tools:
Highly Effective
Effective
Moderately Effective
Minimally Effective
Ineffective
Sewing Machine
Glue Gun
Steam Iron
Staple Gun
Technical Theatre 25 Properties
The student safely demonstrates the use of basic construction skills to complete an
assigned project.
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Always
Consistency
Frequently
Sometimes
Rarely
Measuring
Squaring
Nailing
Cutting
Course Evaluation and Monitoring
Appendix I
1 TEACHER ASSESSMENT EXAMPLES TECHNICAL THEATRE 15.pdf
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Appendix II
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Table of Contents
Board Motion
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Course Basic Information
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Philosophy
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Rationale
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Learner Outcomes
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Specific Learner Outcomes
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General Outcomes
Facilities or Equipment
Facility
Equipment
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Learning Resources
Others
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Identification of Controversial or Sensitive Course Components
Identification of Safety Components
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Significant Overlap with Provincial Curriculum
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Assessment
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Appendix I
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Appendix II
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