Quarter IV: ORIGINAL PERFORMANCE WITH THE USE OF MEDIA

CONTENT STANDARDS The learner demonstrates understanding of… 1. how theatrical elements (sound, music, gesture, movement, and costume) affect the creation and communication of meaning in a theater play/performance incorporated with media. 2. theater and performance as a synthesis of arts. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS The learner… 1. creates appropriate costumes, props, set accessories, improvised lighting, and other décor for Philippine plays. 2. creates/improvises appropriate sound, music, gesture, and movements for a chosen theatrical composition. 3. participates in an original performance inspired by local Philippine stories, myths, and events relevant to current issues.

DEPED COPY LEARNING COMPETENCIES

The learner… 1. explains how an idea or theme is communicated in a selected performance through the integration of musical sounds, songs, dialogue, and dance. 2. analyzes examples of plays based on theatrical forms, and elements of art as applied to performance. 3. illustrates how the different elements are used to communicate the meaning. 4. defines the uniqueness of each original performance. 5. designs with a group the visual components of a school play (stage design, costumes, props, etc.). 6. assumes the role of a character as an actor/performer, or production staff (director, choreographer, lighting designer, stage manager). 7. analyzes the uniqueness of the group that was given recognition for its performance and explains what components contributed to its selection. 8. contributes to the conceptualization of an original performance 9. choreographs the movements and gestures needed in the effective delivery of an original performance with the use of media. 10. improvises accompanying sound and rhythm needed in the effective delivery of an original performance with the use of different media. From the Department of Education curriculum for ARTS Grade 10 (2014)

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Quarter IV – Session 1 PHILIPPINE THEATER AND PERFORMING GROUPS

I.

SUBJECT MATTER A.

Topic:

Original Performance with the Use of Media  Philippine theater and performing groups  roles in a production

B.

Materials:

Photograph of Lea Salonga and other well-known Philippine theater personalities Sample souvenir programs from any theater productions

C.

II.

Reference:

Arts Grade 10 Learner’s Materials Pages 300-313

PRE-ASSESSMENT

DEPED COPY Conduct the following survey to assess what the students know or have experienced concerning a theater production or performance: 1.

2.

3. 4.

5.

Can you identify these personalities from the world of Philippine theater? (Present to the class the photographs of Lea Salonga and other theater personalities.) Have you watched excerpts of theater productions that Lea Salonga has starred in (maybe on YouTube): Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, Flower Drum Song, Annie. Have you watched the animated films in which she provided the singing voice of the lead female character: Mulan and Aladdin. Do you know how Lea was hand-picked from among hundreds of hopefuls in several countries for the role of Kim in Miss Saigon? And how from there, she went on to become a multi-awarded theater star in London’s West End and on Broadway? Have you watched any live theater performance? If yes, describe the experience.

III. ACTIVITIES A.

PRESENTATION OF THE TOPIC (SESSION 1)

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1. Explain to the class that, in this Quarter IV, they will get to learn firsthand about the complex collaborative process of staging a theater production—as they join the entire class in the culminating activity of presenting an original stage performance. 2. Have the class turn to pages 300-311 of the Arts Grade 10 Learner’s Materials, and read the sections on Philippine theater groups and on the roles in a theater production. 3. Ask them to comment on the different theater groups presented, as well as on the types of productions they stage. 4. What does this tell them about the state of the Philippine theater industry? Have them explain their views. 5. Next, have the students briefly explain each of the roles/functions in a stage production team: a. producer b. director c. playwright d. set designer e. lighting designer f. costume designer g. sound designer h. production manager i. technical director j. choreographer k. makeup designer

DEPED COPY 4. Ask the class where they believe the various media arts they have studied in Quarters II and III could be most effectively applied in the staging of a theater performance.

B.

WHAT TO KNOW Have the class answer the What to Know questions on pages 311-312 of the Arts Grade 10 Learner’s Materials. Philippine Theater Groups 1. What are the active theater groups in the Philippines specializing in original plays written in Filipino? 2. Name two performing groups that present adaptations of foreign plays, primarily in English.

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3. Which theater company has produced a number of actors and actresses who have gone on to become stars on the international stage? 4. Which theater company tends to present productions with thoughtprovoking content? 5. Name the production group that focuses on family-oriented and values-rich performances. 6. Which performance company aims to develop both performers and audiences for classical music theater? 7. What do you note as two of the main objectives that Philippine theater groups have in common? Explain these briefly.

Roles in a Stage Production 1. How is the director of a play similar to an orchestra conductor? Explain briefly. 2. Which member of the production team shadows the director? Briefly describe his or her role. 3. What is the creator of the script for stage performance called? 4. Out of the many roles required in a stage production, name three that are involved with the physical setup and mood of the performance area. 5. Name two other roles that are responsible for the physical appearance of the different characters on stage. 6. What is another name for the technical rehearsal? Why was it given this name?

DEPED COPY C.

WHAT TO PROCESS (any time within Quarter IV) Have the class do the What to Process activities on pages 312-313 of the Arts Grade 10 Learner’s Materials: “Experiencing Theater” If feasible, schedule a time within Quarter IV for the class to watch a live play. Depending on what is available or accessible in your area within that period, any of the following may be considered: Option 1: a live performance of a production by any Philippine theater group (whether mentioned above or others) Option 2: a recorded performance of a production by any of these groups to be viewed in school

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Option 3: a school or community play Option 4: a classroom play 1. Instruct the students to watch the play very attentively. Have them observe how the plot is developed and take note of the artistic elements and principles used. 2. Have them write a reaction paper using the following outline: Title of the play

__________________________________________

Scriptwriter

__________________________________________

Director

__________________________________________

Stage Designer

__________________________________________

Setting

__________________________________________

DEPED COPY Main characters

__________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________

Main story line (a 1-paragraph summary) __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________

Personal reaction __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________

D.

WHAT TO UNDERSTAND Have the class answer the following What to Understand questions on page 313 of the Arts Grade 10 Learner’s Materials: 1. 2. 3.

What is your impression of the theater industry in the Philippines? Would you like to attend a stage production of the various theater groups? Why or why not? What type of play most interests you? Explain the reason.

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4. 5. 6.

E.

How do you feel about the Philippine theater performers who have become stars on both the local and international stage? Can you envision yourself being involved in the theater arts in some way? Would you consider a full-time (or part-time) career in this field?

WHAT TO PERFORM (Sessions 2 to 8) General orientation: 1. Brief the students on the entire process that they will go through in the remaining sessions of Quarter IV (see outline on pages 313-316 of the Learner’s Materials). 2. These sessions will be devoted to working on all aspects of the stage production that can be done in the classroom. Any other related tasks may be completed outside of class hours.

DEPED COPY IV. GENERALIZATION

Mounting an original stage performance entails a complex collaborative process involving an entire team of artists and technicians behind the scenes, supporting the actors who are visible on stage. For an original stage performance with media, the production can become even more exciting and entertaining—as the various media-based arts are used to enhance the stage design, costumes, makeup, lighting, sound, special effects, and the like.

V.

SUMMATIVE TEST Use the following quiz items to assess the students’ grasp of the topics discussed: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

What are the different art forms that all come together in the production of a theater performance? Name the two Philippine theater groups that present original and adapted plays in Filipino. Name at least three other active theater groups in the country that stage theater productions, primarily in English. Cite the achievements of theater actress Lea Salonga. Who is the overall ‘conductor’ of a theater production? Name at least five other roles that are needed in mounting a production on stage. Briefly describe the main task involved in this role. 167

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Quarter IV – Sessions 2 to 8 ORIGINAL PERFORMANCE WITH THE USE OF MEDIA During Session 1, you would have already oriented the class on this culminating activity of staging an original theater performance. Every class member would already have been assigned his or her specific role in the production process, which each one shall then carry out in the course of the Quarter.

CULMINATING ACTIVITY FOR THE FOURTH QUARTER STAGING AN ORIGINAL PERFORMANCE Assigned Theme: A Philippine Myth, Legend, or Folk Tale Or a Current Issue

A.

Start of the Quarter: Pre-Production

DEPED COPY 1. Sourcing/Writing the Script - A group of class members will be tasked with sourcing an existing script on a Philippine myth, legend, or folk tale; or dealing with a current issue. - If an existing script is not available or not suitable for school use, this group will create an original script. Note: Guidelines for effective scriptwriting would have been taken up in English classes. 2. Casting the Actors - Based on the script that has been sourced or written, the characters will be cast from among the class members. 3. Forming the Production Team - The remaining class members will be assigned the following roles that are typically required for a school or class play: a) Director b) Technical/Assistant Director c) Set Designer, with a team of 4-5 students as production crew d) Lighting Designer, with a team of 4-5 students as lighting crew e) Sound Designer, with a team of 4-5 students as sound crew f) Production Manager, with a team of 6-8 students as stage crew g) Costume Designer, with a team of 3-4 students as wardrobe crew h) Makeup Designer, with a team of 2-3 students as makeup crew i) Choreographer, with an Assistant Choreographer

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B.

Mid-Quarter:Production of Sets, Costumes, and Props Design of Lighting and Sound, Using Different Media Start of Acting Rehearsals and Blocking As mentioned at the start of this Quarter, theater is an art form that brings together an entire range of art forms—along with their corresponding elements and principles. As the entire class begins production of the play’s sets, costumes, and props; the design of the lighting and sound; and the acting rehearsals, all class members should maintain a clear intent to apply the following in this particular class production:

Elements of Art as Applied to an Original Performance 1. Sound and Music – incorporating sound recording and editing techniques available via applications for desktop or laptop computers, tablets, and android phones

DEPED COPY 2. Gesture, Movement, and Dance – incorporating appropriate dance styles and techniques learned in Physical Education classes 3. Costume, Mask, Makeup, and Accessories – incorporating art techniques such as painting, papier mache, assemblage, simple sculpture and industrial design

4. Spectacle – creating a striking, even awe-inspiring effect on stage through the use of lighting, sound, music, costumes, dance, and special effects

Principles of Art as Applied to an Original Performance 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Rhythm, Movement Balance Emphasis Harmony, Unity, and Variety Proportion

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C.

Last Weeks of the Quarter: Technical Rehearsal -

D.

Schedule a technical rehearsal at least a week before the intended performance date of the play. Collaborate with the Music teacher, the Phyiscal Education teacher, and perhaps the Drama Club moderator to assess what components of the play may still need improvement.

End of the Quarter: Performance Proper -

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This is the culmination of the students’ months of hard work and preparation. Have them invite the other sections of Grade 10, other grade levels, and the school administration to be their audience. Encourage them to execute their respective roles—whether as an actor or a member of the production team—to the best of their ability. Schedule a critiquing session after the performance to discuss the various learnings that took place in the course of staging an original theater performance.

DEPED COPY Critiquing the Performance

As a form of self-evaluation, have the class members rate their performance using the format below:

“STAGING AN ORIGINAL PERFORMANCE” Evaluation Form

Criteria Poor

Very Good

Good

Fair

Choice of play subject (theme and message) Casting of characters

Assignment of tasks

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Rehearsal process Production process Cooperation among students Carrying out of roles: Scriptwriting Direction Stage management Acting Stage design Lighting Music Choreography Sound effects Costumes Makeup

DEPED COPY Audience response

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