Using Gestures and Facial Expressions in Performance
Students will explore how gestures and facial expressions can convey meaning and emotion during poetry performance.
Key Questions
- Evaluate how specific gestures can emphasize key words or phrases in a poem.
- Design facial expressions that match the mood and tone of different poetic lines.
- Justify the importance of eye contact when performing a poem for an audience.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
Suggested Methodologies
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