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Using Familiar Movements to Show Character Traits

Building Characters Through Physical Movement

8th Grade·Arts·TEKS

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Select and adapt everyday, familiar movements to reveal specific character traits in performance.

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Building Characters Through Physical Movement

8th Grade · Arts · TEKS

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Learners will use posture, movement, gestures, facial expressions, and physical habits to portray believable characters while maintaining safe performance practices.

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Learning standards covered

117.213(b)(2)(B)Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · Theatre · 8th Grade

portray characters through familiar movements and dialogue;

117.213(b)(2)(A)Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · Theatre · 8th Grade

demonstrate safe use of the voice and body;