4. Objectives Students will be able to have a clearer idea of Western Opera having experienced ‘producing’ one. Students will be able to understand how music changes the mood of the opera. Students will have a chance to apply what they have learnt and put together an ‘opera performance’ in the group activity.
5. Different elements of an Opera Production Crew Casts Musicians Storyline Staging – Lighting, Sound, Choreography Costume Make Up
16. Game – Be a Conductor! What will students learn? Orchestra Seating Arrangement General Information about the 4 sections. Experience what it is like to be a conductor by being able to vary the volumes of the different sections like a real-life conductor. The sounds produced by a particular section.
17. Group Activity 5 groups of 8 1 opera, and any 1 song Re-enact the scene using your own creativity Consider the different roles such as cast, stage management, props, music, etc. Teacher video each group’s presentation Best group to perform at assembly
18. Why did we choose this website? Good cross-over to other subjects such as Language and Drama. First hand experience in participating and putting together an opera Students’ learning is enhanced; instead of teacher-centered learning, self-directed learning is incorporated. Engaging and interactive Allows students to progress at their own learning pace.
19. Comments Is there a script provided for the activity? Objectives on ppt is for website, more goal oriented.
