The Art of Performance and Drama · Theater Arts

Character Development and Voice

Focusing on vocal expression, physical movement, and the internal motivations of a character.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can an actor change their physicality to signal a character's age or status?
  2. 2What clues does a playwright provide in the dialogue to help an actor understand a character's intent?
  3. 3How does changing the tone of voice alter the meaning of a single line of text?

Common Core State Standards

NCAS: Performing TH.Pr4.1.6NCAS: Creating TH.Cr3.1.6
Grade: 6th Grade
Subject: Visual & Performing Arts
Unit: The Art of Performance and Drama
Period: Theater Arts

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