Assignment

=**Dramatic Presentations of Folk Tales from around the World** =  ADA 1O

 **Assignment:**
 In groups, you will be given a region of the world in which to research and find a folk tale that you can re-create as a dramatic presentation.

 Your presentation should have a mixture of dramatic elements such as tableau, narration, dialogue, monologue and use of vocal sound effects. You will also be using costumes and props for the first time in Grade Nine Drama.

 Your performance should be approximately 10 minutes and must re-tell the story of the folk tale in a clear and meaningful way.  Requirements:


 * A fully scripted adaptation of your folk tale. (Includes spoken words and also a listing of tableaux or movement sequences, sounds, etc.)
 * A brief introduction to your presentation in which you explain the significance of the legend and provide context to help the audience understand its importance to the given culture.
 * You will be responsible for memorizing your part(s).
 * A costume and props list.
 * A staging plan and some set work.

 **Folk Tale Groupings:**

Korean, Chinese, Russian, German, Persian, Nigerian, Indian

 Assessment
 **Creation** <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"> Presentation (Group and Individual break down to follow) <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"> Writing in Role

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman Bold'; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"> **Analysis** <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"> Reflections and reviews of work from other groups cites specific examples that show analysis of the work of self and others

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman Bold'; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"> **Theory** <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"> Explanation of the tale’s significance <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"> Reflection on the process demonstrates understanding of dramatic terms