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Roman Theatre and Unit Wrap-up

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In this lesson, we will move on to the Roman theatre, which mainly shows how Greek theatre was adapted by the Romans.

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Slide Deck: Rome and Roman Theatre

Culminating Activity

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There is a lot in this unit, so perhaps you’ll just want to end with the quiz and reflection. However, if you want a performance activity to end the unit, consider this Greek monologue activity.

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Culminating Activity Greek Monologue

Set the Stage for Medieval Theatre

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In this lesson, students will be introduced to the socioeconomic background to set the stage for Medieval theatre. As a response to what they’ve learned, students will create original theatrical moments and read a modern version of one of The Canterbury Tales stories.

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# Theatre History

Medieval Theatre

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In this lesson, students are introduced to the origins of Medieval theatre, create a feast of fools’ moment, and put together their own version of The Second Shepherd’s Play.

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Slide Deck: Medieval Theatre

# Theatre History

Culminating Activity

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Students will take everything they’ve learned and put together a mystery play cycle.

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Culminating Activity Quiz and Reflection

# Theatre History

Set the Stage for Commedia Dell'Arte

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In this lesson, students will be introduced to the commedia dell’arte form and start their exploration of stock characters.

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Creating a Commedia Character

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Students will work through a process to create a commedia character.

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Lazzi

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Students will add to their commedia character by exploring Lazzi, practiced and predetermined comic bits.

Culminating Activity

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Students will take everything they’ve learned and put together a commedia troupe, create a commedia character complete with lazzi, and present a scene based on one of the three main commedia themes.

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Set the Stage for Chinese Opera

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In this lesson, students will be introduced to the sociopolitical and cultural background to set the stage for Chinese opera. Students will then complete a research project and present on a specific Chinese topic. It’s important, especially with a type of theatre that may be unknown to students, to first research the background.

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Chinese Opera

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In this lesson, students will be introduced to Chinese opera and apply their knowledge through a choice board of activities.

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Slide Deck: Chinese Opera

Set the Stage for Japanese Theatre

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In this lesson, students will be introduced to the sociopolitical and cultural background to set the stage for Japanese theatre. Students will then do research and present on a specific topic. It’s important, especially with a type of theatre that may be unknown to students, to first research the background.

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Noh Drama

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In this lesson, students will be introduced to Noh drama, the design, the character types, and plays. They will explore walking and gesturing like a Noh actor and apply their knowledge by creating a scene of opposites.

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Slide Deck: Noh Drama

Kabuki

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In this lesson, students will be introduced to Kabuki, the staging, the plays, the acting style, makeup, and the all-important climatic pose—the mie. They will apply their knowledge by creating their own mie and walking like a Kabuki actor. Finally, they’ll create a mini modern-Kabuki scene.

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Bunraku, Discussion, and Reflection

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In this lesson, students will be introduced to the elements of Bunraku and, if you choose, discuss the theatre of the unit and complete a unit reflection.

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Slide Deck: Bunraku

Culminating Activity

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Decide how students will demonstrate their knowledge of the unit. A variety of activities are provided. You can choose to have all your students do the same activity, or allow students to choose how they demonstrate their knowledge. Rubrics are provided for each activity.

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The Birthplace of the Renaissance

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In this lesson, students will be introduced to Renaissance theatre. They will complete a research project on the sociopolitical and cultural background for the birthplace of the Renaissance: Italy.

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Italian Renaissance Theatre

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In this lesson, students will be introduced to three lasting influences of Italian Renaissance theatre: the proscenium theatre, pastoral plays, and opera. Students will create a modern pastoral scene and do a scene sing through.

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Spanish Golden Age

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In this lesson, students will do a research project on the sociopolitical and cultural background of Spain and learn about the plays and playwrights of this era. They will also explore a monologue from the play Life Is a Dream.

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