Understanding Arts and Arts Education (Theory) Block : Art Education

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Performing Art Practical
Block 1 : Art Education
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train artists, host mega productions for the masses. Hence the culture of seeing
and doing theatre is very much agog in our urban centres. But on the other hand,
in 
small regions and rural areas
, theatre is performed for the people , with the
people and is more close to the heart of masses. Theatre reflects the thought of
the common man. It expresses the viewpoint of the society to face the challenges.
There is no specific requirement of formal stage setup. So, tents and temporary
stage becomes the setup for the performance .There is a lot of scope for creativity
and improvisation. It gives an opportunity for emotional outlet. It is the most
authentic medium of recreation for common man.
Theatre in classrooms.
Doing Drama/ Theatre-
In classroom dramatics the curricular areas are taken
into account and the play is devised in the classroom by children. Sometimes a
historic episode or previously written theatre is also considered for education
purpose. This is gaining a lot of effectiveness over the years. Teachers can take
great advantage of doing curricular areas through drama, narratives or story telling
Check Your Progress -3
1 Write any 3 character of your choice for role play.
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2 Is formal stage setup requiring for the regional theatre performance.
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3 Value can be inculcated through story telling. (True/False)
4 Name 2 most important components of story telling.
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5 BhandPather is a regional theatre form of ____ and Punjab.
6 ____ Theatre form is performed on Krishna Play in Kerala every year

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