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Board/Authority Authorised Course

Framework Template

School District/Independent School Authority Name Catholic Independent Schools of Nelson Diocese

School District/Independent School Authority Number

Developed by Grant Richard

Date Developed

School Name Immaculata Regional High School

Principal’s Name Robert Plaxton

Superintendent Approval Date (for School Districts only)

Superintendent Signature (for School Districts only)

Board/Authority Approval Date

Board/Authority Chair Signature

Course Name Stagecraft

Grade Level of Course 9

Number of Course Credits 2

Number of Hours of Instruction 56

Prerequisite(s) none

Special Training, Facilities or Equipment Required Workshop required. Some electrical and hand tools required. Paint and design tools required. Existing Props and Costumes required. Stage lighting and sound equipment required. Access to a performance space required.


Course Synopsis Stagecraft is an interdisciplinary course

that involves design and construction

techniques, costume preparation, and the

application of colour composition. The

course is best taught as a laboratory

course, with the student learning to use

the appropriate Stagecraft techniques for

a particular situation. The Stagecraft

teacher may use students as a technical

crew on a school production and it is felt

that this experience will be beneficial for

students as they will see application of

their new skills.

Rationale Stagecraft is an integral part of the art form called theatre. It embraces many activities that are

both theoretical and practical, technical and creative. In Stagecraft, students should be provided

with opportunities to create functional and aesthetic acting environments by combining their

natural talents with newly acquired knowledge and skills.

Stagecraft is very different from other drama courses offered in the British Columbia Secondary

Drama Program. Its focus is on production skills and the technical operation of the theatre.

Other drama courses offer the development of the student actor and an understanding of the

acting tradition. The Stagecraft course requires that the student actually produce artifacts for the

theatre.

Of special note at this point is the importance of safety in Stagecraft. The most important aspect

of the teacher’s role is to ensure safety in the classroom and to inculcate safe working practices

among the students. The student should be aware of general safety practices and the teacher

should make adequate preparation for any emergency that might occur.

Unit/Topic Title Time

Unit 1 A Safety: The student should demonstrate a

working knowledge of the ability to practice

safety.

2 hours


Unit 2 B Theatre Background: The student should

demonstrate a working knowledge of theatre

terminology and should understand the historical

development of theatre technology and scenic

design.

6 hours

Unit 3 C Properties: The student should be able to design,

construct, and finish both hand and set properties. 12 hours

Unit 4 D Design and Colour: The student should

understand basic design concepts and the

dimensions of colour and be able to demonstrate

the application, manipulation, and psychological

effects of these concepts in designing for a theatre

audience.

3 hours

Unit 5 E Set Construction and Painting: The student

should be able to carry out the basic procedures

required to build, join, and support scenery for the

stage. The student should develop some expertise

in applying the major scene painting techniques.

18 hours

Unit 6 F Lights and Sound: The student should

understand the basic components and function of

stage lighting instruments, and be able to

demonstrate competency in designing and

executing a simple lighting plot. The student

should be familiar with the use of sound in the

theatre, should know standard procedures in

theatre communication systems, as well as know

how to create common sound effects and know

how to execute a simple sound plot.

6 hours

Unit 7 G Costuming and Makeup: The student should be

familiar with the many operations involved in

costuming a production, and be experienced in

several of these procedures.

9 hours

Total Hours 56


Unit/Topic/Module Descriptions

A Safety: The student should demonstrate a working knowledge of the ability to practice

safety.

Course Hours: 2 (and throughout course as a part of units 3, 5, 6 and 7)

Prescribed Learning Outcomes

Suggested Achievement Indicators

A1 Safety Attitudes

It is expected that students

will:

-dress appropriately

-instructions before actions

-be aware of surroundings

-show organization

-clean up

Students who have met the outcomes are able to:

dressing appropriately for a laboratory work place

listening to and acting as a result of safety instructions

observe all warning signs, barriers or lights

maintaining work areas to safety standards

proper clean up of work areas to safety standards

A2 Safety in the Workshop


will:

-understand a place for

everything

-understand proper use of tools

-work effectively with

supervision


show they know the appropriate place for everything in the

workshop including tools, costumes, props, lights and other

materials.

show they know how to properly use tools in the workshop

and ensure they use tools for their intended purpose only.

show they are capable of listening to and following

instruction, especially with regard to safety

A3 Safety on the Stage


will:

-understand and use safety call

outs

-understand and use ghost light

properly

-be aware of hazards on the

stage (cables, hot lights,

electrical, hanging fixtures,


use and respond to proper cues and warnings on the stage, in

the workshop and beyond.

properly use a ghost light on the stage and the reasons behind

it.

show an awareness of the hazards of a work area and act

accordingly.


false walls)

A4 Safety in the House


will:

-know all safety exits

-know all audience paths

-understand emergency

lighting practices


show others exits and paths to exits

access and operate emergency lighting

A5 General Safety Procedures


will:

-understand general safety

procedures including: Fire,

Emergency, Accidents,

Hazards


know where extinguishers are located and how to use them

properly and efficiently evacuate the building if necessary

reporting all accidents to supervisor immediately

anticipate and nullify potential hazards: eg.s looking for

protruding nails or screws and remove them, taping down loose

wires and cords, watching for hanging materials

B Theatre Background: The student should demonstrate a working knowledge of theatre

terminology and should understand the historical development of theatre technology and

scenic design.

Course Hours: 6

Prescribed Learning Outcomes Suggested Achievement Indicators

B1 Terms of a working theatre


will:

-know parts of the stage:

Flies Proscenium trap etc

-know stage directions:

Up down cross left right etc


types of stages and their strengths and weaknesses: thrust,

proscenium, stadium, corridor, immersive.

parts of the stage: acting area, act curtain, apron, backstage,

batten, blacks, cyclorama, fly, footlights, grid iron, guillotine,

legs, proscenium, revolve, rigging, scrim, tab, teaser,

tormentor, trap, traveler, wings

parts of the house: balcony, control booth, green room,

stage directions: centreline, downstage, upstage, forestage,

offstage, onstage, rake, sightlines, stage right, stage left,


crew terms: spike, strike,

B2 Infrastructure of a working

theatre


will:

-know positions and their

relation to one another

(Stage manager, set design,

house manager, etc)


show understanding of chain of command for a production

and a theatre house.

show understanding of chain of command during a

performance

B3 History


will:

-understand the evolution of

theatre space:

(Greeks Romans Cath Church)

-see an evolution of theatre

technology


discuss eras of theatre and salient points of those eras: early

drama, Greek drama, Roman drama, Medieval drama,

Renaissance drama, Elizabethan drama, Restoration drama,

Modern drama, Experimental drama.

discuss changes in set and theatre design, technology through

eras above.

C Properties: The student should be able to design, construct, and finish both hand and set

properties.

Course Hours: 12


C1 Property Planning


will:

-know the division of hand and

set props


recognize the difference between Hand properties (costume,

personal, business) and Set properties.

recognize the need for Practical and Effects properties

C2 Property Management


will:



-know the uses and operation

of plots and cue sheets

-manage properties

design a Property Plot and a Property Cue Sheet from an

existing script

find and manage properties based on the categories: pull,

build, borrow, buy, rent

understand and apply the procedure for tracking and

managing props in a props room

manage props according to time constraints and production

deadlines

C3 Designing and

Constructing Stage Properties


will:

-design and create props from

new and used materials


design a prop, taking into consideration function, period and

theatrical concerns.

transform found objects into usable props.

create props dependent upon time constraints and production

deadlines

D Design and Colour: The student should understand basic design concepts and the

dimensions of colour and be able to demonstrate the application, manipulation, and

psychological effects of these concepts in designing for a theatre audience.

Course Hours: 3


D1 Technical Drawing


will:

-develop an understanding of

set design to suit the needs of a

particular production


select type of stage that suits needs of production

select style of set design that suits needs of production:

naturalism, realism, selective realism, stylized realism, stylism,

impressionism, expressionism, symbolism, constructivism,

formalism, fantasy

D2 Dimensions of Colour


will:



create a colour plot that meets the needs of a particular


colour as it relates to stage

production

production and its deadline

use colour to create focus of attention, mood and atmosphere,

sense of unity, relationships, depth or plasticity and distance

and light

D3 Language of Colour


will:


colour both physically and

emotionally


understand and use colour in costuming, lighting or

stagepainting for its physiological and symbolic effects

use consistent terminology when discussing colour: light

primary and secondary vs pigment primary and secondary, hue,

value, intensity

D4 Additive/Subtractive

Mixing and Colour

Manipulation


will:

-select appropriate colours for

production by adding,

subtracting and manipulating


actively use lighting to produce colour effects by adding and

subtracting colours.

show understanding through selection of colours in

production of light, painting and costuming

E Set Construction and Painting: The student should be able to carry out the basic

procedures required to build, join, and support scenery for the stage. The student should

develop some expertise in applying the major scene painting techniques.

Course Hours: 18


E1 Scenic Construction


will:

-understand and use

constructed pieces for the

stage


understand the difference between stage construction and

general construction

show some understanding of various modular set pieces and

the terminology in their usage: ramps, steps, doors, archways,

trees, rocks, furniture


E2 Flat Construction


will:

-create constructed pieces for

the stage


construct a basic stage flat to meet a deadline for production

and explain the construction of more complicated flat pieces

E3 Handling a Stage Flat


will:

-handle constructed pieces for

the stage


store, stage and strike flats properly and efficiently according

to deadlines for move in and move out.

be familiar with and be able to use a selection of scene

change techniques: running scenery, periaktoi, double sided

flats and books, travelling and roll drops, trip drops, castored,

lift, tilt and outrigger jacks, and wagons

E4 Joining and Supporting

Scenic Pieces


will:

-know and use appropriate

methods for using constructed

pieces on the stage


use appropriate lashing techniques to join scenic pieces

use appropriate supports to maintain integrity of scenery:

jacks, hinges, braces, jogs and fly lines.

be familiar with and know how to use a selection of knots:

square/reef knot, clove hitch, sheet bend, bowline, half hitch,

lash knot, fly line tie off

E5 Facilities, Equipment, and

Painting Tools


will:

-know theatre techniques for

stage painting


explain professional stage painting techniques: rolling paint

palette

E6 Paint Application


will:

-use theatre techniques for

stage painting


use a selection of painting techniques: brushes, rollers,

sponges, sprayers


explain the difference between and different uses of

classifications of paints: oil base, lacquer base, shellac, latex

and acrylic

mix paints to achieve a desired colour or effect using a

selection of mixing techniques: wet blend, graded wash,

scumbling, dry brush, spatter, dribble, stippling, stamping,

rolling

create a backdrop using a selection of application techniques:

projection, grid system, stencil

F Lights and Sound: The student should understand the basic components and function of

stage lighting instruments, and be able to demonstrate competency in designing and

executing a simple lighting plot. The student should be familiar with the use of sound in

the theatre, should know standard procedures in theatre communication systems, as well as

know how to create common sound effects and know how to execute a simple sound plot.

Course Hours: 6


F1 Lighting Instruments


will:

-understand the different kinds

of stage lights and their uses

-use stage lights in production


explain the differences between different kinds of stage

lights: fresnel, ellipsoidal, scoop

understand how to “hang the show” - set lights for a

production

use light board for a production using some techniques of

light presentation: fades, blackouts, spots, washes

F2 Lighting Procedures and

Lighting Plot


will:

Understand and use a light plot

that meets the needs of a

production


produce overall concept and realize lighting design for a

production

establish rhythm of movement through cues

create a light plot and cue sheet to meet a deadline for a

production


pre-set light cues to meet a deadline for production

operate lights for technical rehearsals, performances, striking

F3 Modelling with Light


will:

-use some degree of artistry in

lighting a show


show understanding of purposes of lighting for the stage.

show how placement, angle, colour, intensity, movement

create various effects on stage.

F4 Live and Recorded Sound


will:

-understand and use different

forms of sound in production


recreate some form of foley or artificial sound

capture and use some form of recorded sound

use proper judgement to determine the viability of live and

recorded sounds in a production

F5 Sound Procedures and

Sound Plot


will:

-understand and use a sound

plot that meets the needs of a

production


create a sound recording sheet, sound cue sheet and sound

plot to meet a deadline for production

F6 Operation in Production


will:

-use lights and sound

effectively in production


use and operate all plots and cue sheets for a production

G Costuming and Makeup: The student should be familiar with the many operations

involved in costuming a production, and be experienced in several of these procedures.

Course Hours: 9


G1 Costume Preparation


will:



-understand the value of

research in costume design

-manipulate colour and design

to achieve desired effects in

costuming

show research reflected in costume designs to meet needs of

various productions

use elements of design and colour to achieve a desired effect

in costuming

G2 Costume Design


will:

-use a variety of considerations

(design and practicality) to

design costumes for

production


design a costume, taking into consideration function, period

and theatrical concerns.

transform found articles into usable costumes.

create costumes dependent upon time constraints and

production deadlines

G3 Costume Management


will:

-know how to create a costume

plot and fulfill the intent of

that plot for production


design a Costume Plot and a Costume Cue Sheet (with

changes) from an existing script

find and manage costumes based on the categories: pull,

build, borrow, buy, rent

understand and apply the procedure for tracking and

managing costumes in a wardrobe room

manage costumes according to time constraints and


G4 Makeup Preparation


will:

-understand the value of

research in makeup design

-manipulate colour and design

to achieve desired effects in

makeup


show research reflected in makeup designs to meet needs of

various productions

use elements of design and colour to achieve a desired effect

in makeup

G5 Makeup Design




will:

-use a variety of considerations

(design and practicality) to

design makeup for production

design a makeup plan, taking into consideration function,

period and theatrical concerns.

create and use a makeup morgue

makeup performers dependent upon time constraints and


G6 Makeup Management


will:

-know how to create a makeup

plot and fulfill the intent of

that plot for production


design a Makeup Plot from an existing script

manage and maintain both general and individual makeup

kits taking safety and hygiene into consideration

understand and apply the procedure for consistent makeup

application through a production run

Instructional Component Demonstration Modelling, guided practice Discussion Group work Application of skills Hands on workshops Industry led workshops Production work

Assessment Component Formative Assessment used to adapt performance and production while learning: Clearly articulated instruction and criteria Discussion between teacher, student and peers Immediate feedback on project and other hands on work Summative Assessment used to reflect final learning results: Working collaboratively on certain assignments to reach final assessment Projects based on clear criteria of established rubrics based on learning outcomes Projects created for production meeting established deadlines to reflect real world concerns and requirements


Learning Resource A modification of the Stagecraft 11/12 resource book for teachers Province of British Columbia Ministry of Education Curriculum Development Branch Association of British Columbia Drama Educators (ABCDE)

Additional Information Course is a practical application of many outcomes for drama and acting courses 8-12.

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