Characters and Creative Movement · Theater and Dance Performance

The Magic of Stagecraft

Exploring how costumes, props, and lighting contribute to the world of a play.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does a simple prop like a hat change the way an actor behaves?
  2. 2Why is lighting important for setting the time of day in a performance?
  3. 3How do designers use color to help the audience identify the hero or the villain?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Drama - Grade 2
Grade: Grade 2
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Characters and Creative Movement
Period: Theater and Dance Performance

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