Theatre

Middle School Level 3

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2013

21 standards
  • Foundations: inquiry and understanding (1)
    • MS3.THEATRE.1.A

      Evaluate characterization using emotional and sensory recall.

    • MS3.THEATRE.1.B

      Explore preparation and warm-up techniques.

    • MS3.THEATRE.1.C

      Create expressive movement and mime to define space and characters.

    • MS3.THEATRE.1.D

      Demonstrate an increased understanding of the mechanisms of vocal production.

    • MS3.THEATRE.1.E

      Apply knowledge of theatrical vocabulary and terminology.

    • MS3.THEATRE.1.F

      Explore and evaluate the structure and form of dramatic literature.

  • Creative expression: performance (2)
    • MS3.THEATRE.2.A

      Demonstrate safe use of the voice and body.

    • MS3.THEATRE.2.B

      Portray characters through familiar movements and dialogue.

    • MS3.THEATRE.2.C

      Create characters, dialogue, and actions that reflect dramatic structure in improvised and scripted scenes, individually and collaboratively.

    • MS3.THEATRE.2.D

      Express thoughts and feelings using effective voice and diction.

  • Creative expression: production (3)
    • MS3.THEATRE.3.A

      Recognize and select specific technical elements to suggest environment, establish mood, and support character and actions for performance.

    • MS3.THEATRE.3.B

      Create theatrical elements such as scenery, properties, lighting, sound, costume, makeup, and publicity using the principles of design.

    • MS3.THEATRE.3.C

      Explore the director's role as a unifying force, problem solver, interpreter of script, and collaborator.

    • MS3.THEATRE.3.D

      Use technology in theatrical applications such as live theatre, video, and film.

  • Historical and cultural relevance (4)
    • MS3.THEATRE.4.A

      Demonstrate theatre as a reflection of life in particular times, places, and cultures through performance; August 2019 Update Page 21 §117.B. Middle School.

    • MS3.THEATRE.4.B

      Explore theatre heritage such as historical and cultural influences as it is preserved in dramatic text, traditions, and conventions.

    • MS3.THEATRE.4.C

      Explore the roles of theatre, film, television, and electronic media such as key developments, figures, and works on American society.

  • Critical evaluation and response (5)
    • MS3.THEATRE.5.A

      Understand and demonstrate appropriate audience etiquette at various types of live performances.

    • MS3.THEATRE.5.B

      Develop a knowledge of the terminology and process of evaluation such as intent, structure, effectiveness, and value and apply this process to performances using appropriate theatre vocabulary.

    • MS3.THEATRE.5.C

      Demonstrate knowledge of production elements in theatre, film, television, and other media.

    • MS3.THEATRE.5.D

      Explore career and vocational opportunities in theatre.