Learning Goals
Students will be able to explain the historical origins of Greek comedy and tragedy in theatre masks and their cultural purpose.
Students will be able to describe Jacques Lecoq's neutral mask technique and how it supports physical theatre training.
Students will be able to apply neutral mask physical theatre exercises to communicate identity and emotion without words.
Students will be able to identify universal themes or social issues in a chosen message and express them through a devised drama piece with masks.
Students will be able to collaborate by contributing ideas, incorporating peer feedback, and revising a devised mask performance.
Students will be able to select and refine physical and vocal traits to create a clear character in a mask performance.
Students will be able to adapt and present an informal mask theatre piece for a community audience.
Products
Mask Theatre Process Portfolio and Reflection Journal
Students create an individual portfolio documenting their learning about Greek masks, Lecoq neutral mask work, character choices, and revisions. It includes short written or visual reflections showing how their ideas changed and how they used feedback.
Devised Mask Performance for Community Sharing
Teams devise and perform a short mask-based drama piece for a community audience. The performance must communicate a chosen theme or social issue through clear physical storytelling, collaboration, and revision.
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