### LESSON PLAN
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#### Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
#### Grade: Junior Secondary 2
#### Topic: Design in Theatre
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#### Objectives:
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand various aspects of theatre design.
2. Identify different elements involved in theatre production design.
3. Create basic set and costume designs related to a chosen scene.
4. Appreciate the role of design in enhancing theatrical storytelling.
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#### Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector and laptop
- Examples of set and costume designs (digital images or printed)
- Drawing paper
- Pencils, colored pencils, markers
- Scissors, glue, magazines for collage work
- Handouts with a short script excerpt
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#### Lesson Duration:
90 minutes
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### LESSON STRUCTURE
**Introduction (10 minutes)**
1. **Greeting & Attendance** (2 minutes)
- Quick roll call and greeting to settle the class.
2. **Introduction to the Topic** (8 minutes)
- Ask the students if they have ever been to a theatre or a play.
- Brief them about how design plays a crucial role in theatre.
- Show some digital images of famous set and costume designs to spark interest.
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**Body (60 minutes)**
1. **Explaining the Elements of Theatre Design** (10 minutes)
- Discuss the key aspects:
- Set Design: The physical surroundings that establish place and time.
- Costume Design: Clothing that reflects the personality and social status of characters.
- Lighting Design: How light sources influence the mood and focus.
- Props: Objects used by actors to enhance storytelling.
- Use examples from well-known plays or productions.
2. **Interactive Discussion & Q&A** (10 minutes)
- Have an interactive discussion where students can ask questions about what has been presented.
- Encourage them to think about their favorite theatre plays or movies and discuss the design elements noticed there.
3. **Activity: Creating Design for a Scene** (30 minutes)
- **Divide Students into Groups** (5 minutes)
- Assign each group a short script excerpt from a popular play.
- **Group Task Explanation** (5 minutes)
- Each group will create a basic set and costume design for their assigned scene.
- Provide drawing paper, pencils, markers, magazines, glue, and other materials.
- **Design & Creation** (20 minutes)
- Students work in their groups, discussing and creating their designs.
- Instructor circulates to provide guidance as needed.
4. **Group Presentations** (10 minutes)
- Each group will present their designs to the class.
- They should explain their choices and how their designs enhance the scene.
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**Conclusion (20 minutes)**
1. **Review & Reflect** (10 minutes)
- Summarize the key points learned about theatre design.
- Encourage students to reflect on how theatre elements come together to create a complete experience.
2. **Homework Assignment** (5 minutes)
- Assign students to choose a scene from a favorite book or play they know and develop a set or costume design. They should bring their drawings or creation in the next class.
- Hand out worksheets with the assignment details.
3. **Closing Remarks** (5 minutes)
- Praise the students for their creative efforts.
- Remind them of the importance of creativity and teamwork in theatre production.
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### Assessment:
- Group designs and presentations will be assessed based on creativity, relevance to the scene, and collaboration.
- Homework assignments will be evaluated based on effort, creativity, and understanding of the design concepts discussed.
### Follow-up:
- Next class, review the homework and discuss the different designs created by students.
- Possibly plan a small in-class production where students can implement their designs.
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**Note:** Tailoring the script excerpts and resources to local cultural context can help the students relate more and engage better with the lesson.