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Quarter 4 – Module 1:

Theater Arts: Themes and

Elements of Art Applied to

Performance

Arts Grade 10 Alternative Delivery Mode Quarter 4 Module 1 – Theater Arts: Themes and Elements of Art Applied to Performance First Edition, 20 20 Republic Act 8293, section 176 states that: No copyright shall subsist in any work of the Government of the Philippines. However, prior approval of the government agency or office wherein the work is created shall be necessary for exploitation of such work for profit. Such agency or office may, among other things, impose as a condition the payment of royalties. Borrowed materials (i.e., songs, stories, poems, pictures, photos, brand names, trademarks, etc.) included in this module are owned by their respective copyright holders. Every effort has been exerted to locate and seek permission to use these materials from their respective copyright owners. The publisher and authors do not represent nor claim ownership over them. Published by the Department of Education Secretary: Leonor Magtolis Briones Undersecretary: Diosdado M. San Antonio Printed in the Philippines by ________________________ Department of Education – Region I Office Address: Flores St., Catbangen, City of San Fernando, La Union Telefax: (072) 682-2324; (072) 607- 8137 E-mail Address: [email protected] Development Team of the Module Writer: Maricel L. Burgos Raphy R. Gacilos Christine C. Britos Editors: Winifredo P. Pe Benito Susana V. Vicerra Maribeth B. Bista Flora A. Tinaza Reviewers: Francis A. Domingo Marlon G. Taloza Gina A. Amoyen Jowell T. Pilotin Alma R. Tabilang Illustrator: Rogelio Berbano Jr. Layout Artists: Lubeth R. Cabatu Janssen Louel C. Dabuet Sheryl R. Rialubin Management Team: Tolentino G. Aquino Arlene A. Niro Maria Salome R. Abero Gina A. Amoyen Alma R. Tabilang Editha T. Giron

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Introductory Message

This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, our dear learners, can continue your studies and learn while at home. Activities, questions, directions, exercises, and discussions are carefully stated for you to understand each lesson. Each SLM is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you step-by- step as you discover and understand the lesson prepared for you. Pre-tests are provided to measure your prior knowledge on lessons in each SLM. This will tell you if you need to proceed on completing this module or if you need to ask your facilitator or your teacher’s assistance for better understanding of the lesson. At the end of each module, you need to answer the post-test to self-check your learning. Answer keys are provided for each activity and test. We trust that you will be honest in using these. In addition to the material in the main text, Notes to the Teacher are also provided to our facilitators and parents for strategies and reminders on how they can best help you on your home-based learning. Please use this module with care. Do not put unnecessary marks on any part of this SLM. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises and tests. And read the instructions carefully before performing each task. If you have any questions in using this SLM or any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Thank you.

Hello! How are you today? Welcome to another learning experience as you go through this module on performing arts – theater. There are prepared activities which were carefully designed for you to experience theater arts in a different way. In this quarter, you will encounter a more interesting and complex outcome of all the acquired knowledge and developed skills from the last three quarters into an original performance. Remember to carefully read the instruction before answering each activity and assessment as part of the module. Please answer honestly. Focus on the subject! This module is made readily accessible to you as a learner along with the specific lessons that are needed to complete the self-study program and enrichment. It covers the objectives of the lesson, pre-assessment, lesson proper, post-assessment, summary of learning, answer keys, and the references. You can answer the module in your most convenient time and place. If you really need help in creating your artwork, assistance of your parents, siblings or friends is allowed, but you must only ask them the procedures. Do not let them finish the task for you. Remember that experience is the best teacher. Please DO NOT WRITE anything on this module. Kindly use separate sheets of paper in answering the pretest, self- check exercises, and posttest. READY? 1, 2, 3…GO! Learning Competencies:

1. Explains how an idea or theme is communicated in a selected performance through the integration of musical sounds, songs, dialogue and dance. (A10EL-IVb-4) ;
2. Analyses examples of plays based on theatrical forms, and elements of art as applied to performance. (A10EL-Iva-2) ;
3. Illustrates how the different elements are used to communicate the meaning. (A10EL-IVc-3) ; and
4. Explains the uniqueness of each original performance. (A10PL-IVh-1).

What I Need to Know

B. TRUE OR FALSE

Directions: Write T if the statement is correct or F if the statement is wrong. Write your answers in your notebook.

1. Rhythm and movement are two different elements in theater play but complement each other.
2. Costumes, masks, makeup and accessories do not help at all in the characterization of the actors.
3. Sound and light effects greatly affect the quality of a play.
4. The principle on emphasis is used to highlight a certain scene which is remembered by the audience.
5. A play can never be successful if the actors and the production members do not fit in their roles. Now that you are done with the pre-assessment activity, you can check your answers in the answer key found on page 17.

LESSON

1 Art elements and processes do not apply only to forms of art like visual art, technology-based art and media-based art, but are also indispensable to performing arts like theater. The use of musical sounds, songs, dialogue and dance allows how an idea or theme in a certain performance is conveyed.

IN 5 4 3 2 1 …. ACTION!

Directions: Performing artists rehearse their lines and on-stage actions. In this activity, perform the listed actions in front of a mirror with the corresponding situations below.

1. Your right hand is up waving to a loved one who is about to leave.
2. You are tickled with the furry tail of your puppy.
3. Your bag was slashed after you accidentally bumped into a middle- aged man.
4. A crazy woman has a child who is dying due to an illness.

What’s In

What’s New

Philippine-based Theatrical Art Forms

2. Gesture, Movement, and Dance. These are bodily movements or actions that usually express emotions, character, and narrative actions with accompanying sound or music. Every single gesture, movement or dance step conveys a meaning or message.
3. Costume, Mask, Makeup, and Accessories. These comprise the visual effects, of which the main function is to enhance visibility and aesthetic value. They help make the character appear realistic according to the role he/she portrays.
4. Spectacle. This is something exhibited for view as something unusual, notable, or entertaining, especially an eye-catching or dramatic public display which may be regarded as impressive and breathtaking and on stage if visual, lighting, sound, music, costumes, dance, and special effects are properly manifested in a play.

Examples of Philippine Plays

 Sarswela

It is a type of melodrama in three acts where pieces are both spoken and sung. Aside from being a significant part of the Philippine history, it was also employed as a tool to fight against colonization.

 Epic Poetry

Dating back to the pre-colonial period and commonly presented during festivals and gatherings, it is considered by scholars to be the highest point of Filipino folk literature. The usual topics are romance and adventure.  Duplo It is a poetic debate presented through song and dance originating from indigenous courtship customs. In this type of play, poets use proverbs and riddles to present their suit to the woman of their choice.  Moro Moro It is one of the most popular types of theater that and depicts the conflicts between the Moros and the Christians. Themes like love, and vengeance, and religion predominate.  Senakulo It is also known as Passion play. This dramatization of the life and death of Jesus Christ has been a part of the lives of the Catholics and is celebrated during Holy Week.  Traditional Folkdance It is one of the oldest forms of theater and thus an important part of our heritage today. These are dances that reflect the lives of the people in a certain place or region and describe their culture and origin.

 Bodabil It is Vaudeville of American origin that became uniquely Filipino with the localization of the name, Bodabil. It is a variety show consisting of musical numbers and comedic and dramatic skits with songs and dances. It was popularized by Filipino artists like Dolphy, Anita Linda, and Atang dela Rama. Great job! We are done with the discussion on art elements and theatrical forms as applied in original performance. I hope that you were able to grasp the concepts that you encountered previously. Now, work on the activities that await you. Good luck!

Activity 1: Let’s Play!

With the given link below, watch an excerpt of Miss Saigon then identify how the elements of arts are incorporated by answering the questions that follow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwB3Zxh2gSE

Process Questions:

1. What elements of arts were used in this scene? Briefly explain each.
2. How did the characters deliver their lines?
3. How did the characters portray their role? Did they justify the role they portrayed?
4. What did you observe with the setting of the play?
5. What sounds and music were used in the play?
6. Was the play spectacular? In what way?

What’s More

Bayubay ni Hesus https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdqyVRGrH

In the previous lesson, you have learned about theatrical forms and elements as well as theatrical plays in the country. This field of theater arts has contributed much to the continuous growth and development of performing arts. There are different elements that served as seasonings to add more taste to each theatrical performance. These elements give more life and excitement to all theatrical performances. As you go through this lesson, you will be enlightened as to how these elements contribute to the overall impact of every theatrical performance.

Lesson

2 Elements of Art as Applied to an Original Performance

What’s In

Activity 1: Watch Me!

Directions: Given the link, carefully watch the video and accomplish the task below (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-tM8J86xtw). Otherwise, if you do not have internet access, you can interview somebody who already watched the play entitled “Miss Saigon”. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper. Describe the play in terms of: A. Sound and Music

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B. Gesture, Movement and Dance

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C. Costume, Mask, Makeup and Accessories

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D. Spectacle

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What’s New

Principles of Art as Applied to an Original Performance

1. Rhythm, Movement. This principle guides the directors and other production staff of the play on the proper use of music and movement. These elements should contribute in setting the mood and tone of the play and the scenes. 2. Balance. This principle guides the director on how to achieve the proper balance and composition in terms of stage blockings, props, backdrops, costume and set design/set pieces. This will also guide the production staff in setting the right perspective of the play. 3. Emphasis. This principle guides the director on which part of the play should be emphasized This will help in communicating to the audience the theme of the play. 4. Harmony, Unity and Variety. These principles guide the director on how to put the elements of arts like set design, costumes, spectacle, etc. in harmony. These elements should complement each other and also have variation to create a spectacular visual impact on the play. 5. Proportion. This principle guides the director as to how to make the play more realistic or stylized through proper use of space, height, width and sizes of the elements or materials to be used in the play.

Activity 1: Visualize Me!

Directions: Imagine yourself being a director of the famous teleserye “Ang Probinsyano”. Visualize your concept as to you are going to apply the different elements of arts to the set design, costume, and spectacle of a production of an original performance and then illustrate your ideas.

What’s More

Your output will be rated with the use of the following rubric: Criteria 5 4 3 2 1 Creativity and Originality Exceptionally unique, detailed, and interesting work. Takes many creative risks and explores several options. Generally unique, detailed, and interesting work. Takes some creative risks and explores some different options. Somewhat unique, detailed, and interesting work. Some developing ideas can be seen in the artwork, but a true sense of originality is not evident. Occasionally unique, detailed, and interesting work. Shows minimal risk and copy the idea to other outputs or examples. Not unique, detailed, or interesting work and ideas or risks taken are not original. Use of Elements and Principles Exceptional understandin g and application of the elements of theatre play and principles of arts were applied to original performance Good understanding and application of the elements of theatre play and principles of arts were applied to original performance Basic understanding and application of the elements of theatre play and principles of arts were applied to original performance Minimal understandin g and application of the elements of theatre play and principles of arts were applied to original performance No understanding and application of the elements of theatre play and principles of arts were applied to original performance Craftsman ship Work was done neatly and with exceptional care and attention to detail Work done neatly and with good care and attention to detail Work done neatly and with basic care and attention to detail Work done not so neat and with minimal care and attention to detail Work done slovenly with no care or attention to detail Content and Idea Work shows exceptional understandin g of the topic and the idea were exceptionally presented. Work shows good understanding of the topic and the idea were presented good. Work shows basic understanding of the topic and the idea were basically presented. Work shows minimal understandin g of the topic and the idea were minimally presented. Work shows no understanding of the topic and the idea were not related to the topic.

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What I Can Do

Directions: Answer this: If you were the director of a play, what three important qualities are you going to consider when choosing the lead actor/actress for the play? Why? Write your answers in your activity notebook.

What I Have Learned

Assessment

A. IDENTIFICATION

Directions: Complete the following statements by supplying the right word/s from the box below. Write your answers on your activity notebook. Bodabil Theater Senakulo Sarswela Miss Saigon Moro Moro Spectacle Costume Sound and Music Playwright Lea Salonga

1. The one who writes the text of a play.
2. A three-act melodrama that is performed in both spoken and sung words.
3. These are two equally important elements in theater play that set different moods and emotions for the audience.
4. This play evolves mainly on the sufferings of Jesus Christ before He was laid to death.
5. A play that depicts a battle between Christians and Moros on love and vengeance and religious themes.
6. It is worn by the character in order to portray his/ her role.
7. This refers to all visual and other special effects added to create a quality and realistic play.
8. This is the theatrical play which paved the way to Lea Salonga’s recognition as a world-class talent.
9. It is a variety show that consists of comedic and dramatic skits in songs and dances.
10. It is a form of art that combines all other forms of art where a story is told either through dialogue and actions, and song or dance in a live performance.