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School of Rock the Musical: Education Guide Unit PlanSchool of Rock the Musical: Education Guide Unit Plan
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iTheatrics and Broadway
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6th - 12th
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School of Rock the Musical: Education Guide

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That old fashioned rock and roll comes alive as theatre arts students prepare to attend a live performance of the musical School of Rock. Packed with both pre- and post-production materials, the guide has it all. Rock on!

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

musical theater, rock and roll music

Additional Tags

visual and performing arts

Instructional Ideas

  • If attending a live performance of the musical is a possibility, have class members compare the show to the film and discuss the possibilities and limitations of each form 

Classroom Considerations

  • The 40-page guide is designed for the musical based on the 2003 Paramount Pictures film
  • The materials in the guide are also appropriate for a viewing the the original film

Pros

  • Includes suggestions for how to incorporate music in the classroom as well as suggestions for activities for beginning and experienced musicians

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RL.9-10.2 RL.11-12.2 SL.9-10.1.a SL.11-12.1.a

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