Seventh graders learn the map of the stage — upstage, downstage, stage left and right, and center — the shared language directors and actors use to place and move performers during blocking.
Students will be able to…
When a director says “move downstage left,” every actor knows exactly where to go. What is the map of the stage, and why do the directions seem “backwards”?
Project this and match each stage direction to where it is — tap a direction, then tap its location.
Tap any phase to open the teacher moves and student actions.
“Move downstage left” — how does everyone know where? There’s a map.
Students explore.
Students rehearse.
Students perform.
Students respond.
Aligned to the National Core Arts Standards (Theatre).
Use staging and blocking in performance.
Present a drama with clear staging.
Use theatrical space effectively.
Refine staging choices.
Preview the three formative checks. Tap “Sample answer” to see what mastery looks like — hide them before you print for students.
Have students practice moving to upstage, downstage, stage left, stage right, and center on cue. A printable stage-geography sheet is in the Arts library.
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A quick self-check with instant feedback, drawn from this lesson’s key terms.
A print-and-go review sheet with a built-in answer key. Tap “Show answer key” to reveal answers, or print the clean version for students.