Core Skills Analysis
Arts and Culture
- Gained appreciation for various performing arts including plays, musicals, and orchestral performances by experiencing live event settings.
- Learned about the structure and organization involved in ticketed events, such as seating arrangements and event scheduling.
- Developed awareness of audience etiquette and behavior appropriate for different types of performances.
- Observed the collaborative nature of live performances, recognizing how multiple roles (performers, technicians, organizers) contribute to the event.
Math and Financial Literacy
- Understood the concept of ticket pricing and budgeting for attending events, potentially involving calculations of cost vs. value.
- Recognized the importance of advance planning and purchasing, including understanding availability and categories of tickets (e.g., VIP, economy).
- Identified logistical considerations such as timing, location, and transportation costs that affect event attendance.
Tips
To deepen understanding and appreciation of ticketed events, encourage the student to explore the history and cultural significance of specific types of performances like musicals or orchestras. They might research famous productions or composers and present their findings creatively, such as through a slideshow or a mini-play. Engaging in practical exercises such as designing their own ticket with pricing tiers and seat numbering can enhance math skills and organizational thinking. Attending a community performance or virtual event and reflecting on the experience through writing or discussion will also strengthen critical thinking and emotional engagement with the arts.
Book Recommendations
- The Play That Goes Wrong by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, Henry Shields: A humorous look at the challenges and excitement behind theatrical performances, perfect for engaging young teens with the drama and fun of live theater.
- Orchestra: The Story of the Philadelphia Orchestra by Joseph Horowitz: An accessible introduction to orchestral music and performance suited for young readers interested in how orchestras bring music to life.
- Musical Theatre: A History by John Kenrick: Explores the development of musicals through time, offering context that can help students appreciate what they see on stage.
Learning Standards
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.7: Integrate information presented in different media or formats to understand a topic or issue.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.RP.A.3: Use proportional relationships to solve multistep ratio and percent problems related to pricing and budgeting.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.8.1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence, applicable when reviewing or reflecting on performances.
- NCAS.ARTS.PA: Understanding the collaborative process and cultural significance of performances aligns with National Core Arts Standards for performing arts appreciation.
Try This Next
- Create a mock ticket booklet with different prices, seat assignments, and event descriptions to practice budgeting and design skills.
- Write a review or personal reflection on a performance attended, focusing on what was learned about the art form and event organization.