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The Automated Play
Click here!
 Using
that website, you and your group (theatre
troupe) will write and then perform a one-act skit on stage.
Here is the criteria (limited to options on site):
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Setting (time and location) must be indicated either by dialog or action (do not
SAY when
and where you are!)
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Scenario also must be indicated either by dialog or action (do not SAY what is
happening,
SHOW it!)
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Characters - You must have three.
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Dialog - Each dialog box must be completed.
All of the above aspects reflect the BARE MINIMUM your theatre troupe must write
for the skit. The
more you put into it, the more interesting it is and the better you will be able
to show
evidence of the following:
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Conflict
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Rising action
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Foreshadowing
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Climax
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Falling action
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Resolution
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Theme
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Figurative language (you pick at least one from
the list!)
After your performance you will have to defend your play to Mr. Janes. Be prepared to explain how you
showed evidence of the previous Literary Elements in your skit.
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Play with the website to get a feel for what is required,
format, etc.
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Brainstorm with your group. How do the restrictions HELP the
writing process? How do they hinder it? What ideas can you COOK into the script
to satisfy the requirements for the assignment AND make it interesting?
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Write it, using the website.*
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Print out your finished skit.
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Begin rehearsal with your group, in class and outside of class.
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You will not be allowed to read the script or notes on stage, but the rest of
your theatre
troop may "feed" you lines if you forget.
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You cannot use props or costumes of any kind (zero, zilch, nada!).
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Your dialog
and action must suggest everything you need to in writing your skit.
On Thursday, April 5 your troupe will perform your skit on stage. Be prepared on
that day and BREAK A LEG! *
Needless to say, all dialog and action must be in good taste, respecting school
policy. If you have any questions, see Mr. Janes. |
