Theatre 1: Creative Journal

CJ16&17: Final Scene Preparation

Final Scene Project Packet
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CJ8: Set Design - Model

Create a 3D model of your set design plans

Requirements:

Use your ground plan and elevation plan to guide your 3D creation
Use a 1/2 box (provided and create all set elements as envisioned in your plans using material provided &/or materials your bring in
Use a least 1 file folder hanger to create legs, drops, or backdrops

CJ15: Makeup & Hair Design

Create a distinct hair & makeup that would fit into your Midsummer scene

Requirements:

Plan & research designs for a Midsummer character
Use the face template, or draft your own model, & sketch detailed hair & makeup design
Use color & fine detail to bring the work to fuller fruition

Makeup Template
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CJ14: Costume Design

Create two distinct costumes that would fit into your Midsummer scene

Requirements:

Plan & research designs for two characters
Use templates, or draft your own models, & sketch detailed costume designs
Use color & fine detail to bring the work to fuller fruition
Add fabric swatches to complete your design task

"Midsummer" Costume Design
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CJ13: Mask Design

Draft a design for a character mask

Requirements:

Sketch ideas in your journal of a character mask from different angles
Consider physical features that will aid in telling the audience more about the character
Complete a final draft that uses color, fine, detail, & an angle that can show the dimension of the mask

CJ12: Puppet Play Poster

Create a marketing poster in preparation of your puppet performance

Requirements:

Sketch ideas in your creative journal
Consider symbolism that could help portray the show's theme or main characters
Develop a finalized poster in your journal or on additional paper
Use color & fine detail to bring the poster to life
One poster from your group will be used during your performance, or, divide up the task among group members and use the posters as scene changes during your performance

CJ11: Puppet Play Script

Create a script for your puppet presentation in week 12.

Requirements:

Write the script on Google Drive, sharing with all 4-5 group members
Create a 4-5 minute play incorporating each of your group's characters
Each character must be engaged in the play for at least 30 seconds of action and dialogue
Ensure the play has a distinct beginning, interesting middle, & fulfilling end

CJ10: Rod Puppet Design

Create a rod puppet design in your journal

Requirements:

Draft many ideas for your puppet character's face and clothing
Consider drawing the puppet from multiple angles
Finalize a draft using color & fine details

CJ7: Set Design - Drafting from Inspiration

Begin to imagine & sketch a set design, being inspired by your collage

Requirements:

Sketch ideas based on your collage's forms, line, shape, textures, colors & content
Develop a story concept based on your collage
Sketch a set design concept from a single scene of your story
Complete a ground plan & elevation draft of your set

Set Design Template - Ground Plan
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Set Design Template - Elevation
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CJ6: Inspiration Collage

This is the first step in your multi-week Set Design Project

Requirements:

Gather images from magazines that inspire you in terms of color, form, texture, etc.
Collage the gathered image in a thoughtful way, considering the principles & elements of design
Final work must be at least 12" x 12", fully collaged

CJ5: Edit, Revise,
& Refine Your Monologue

Share your monologue with a peer and consider their feedback as you refine and edit your monologue.

Requirements:

Read your monologue aloud to a peer
Allow your partner time to offer critical and thoughtful feedback in writing, via the provided form
Edit your monologue considering the feedback and discussion with a peer
Begin the rehearsal process by scoring your edited monologue for beats and tactics

Monologue Analysis - Peer to Peer
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CJ4: Draft a Monologue

Draft a first person narrative that you will recite onstage in a few weeks

Requirements:

Draft the monologue in your journal
Write around two pages, so when recited it's about 1-2 min. long
Write through the voice of a fully realized character experiencing a story that has a beginning, middle, & end
Be school appropriate in theme & content. Something you'll be proud to present in week 6

CJ3: Play Writing

Draft a script that brings classic characters to life through dialogue.

Requirements:

Brainstorm using the picture to the right as a helpful guide
Incorporate at least 2 familiar characters in an original dialogue
Creatively bring the action to life with a beginning, middle, & end
At least 3 pages of dialogue (regular handwriting & spacing)

CJ2: Creative Writing

Use art as inspiration for creative thinking:

Based on your interpretation of the piece, write a creative short story that is 2-3 pages
Consider adorning the writing with visuals that bring your story to life

CJ1: Finding Inspiration

Complete the guided exploration of the artwork in class

Notice, Wonder, Discover, Imagine
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