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Del Corazón al Escenario with Valentina Ortiz
Learning Target: I can use my body to demonstrate the inner emotional life of a character.
Learning Summary: Students will explore human emotions and learn how different individuals or characters can respond differently to the same event. Through exercises like body isolation and facial movements, they’ll develop awareness of their body’s position and movement.
Arts Standard: TH.1.CR1.5 Identify physical qualities to reveal character's inner traits
SEL Standard: "Standard 1: Self-Awareness & Identity: Identify and reflect upon one’s thoughts, emotions, behaviors, intersectional identity, and capabilities across situations and environments.", "Standard 3: Social Awareness & Belonging: Develop social awareness that fosters a sense of belonging and leads to co-constructing equitable, thriving communities and a vibrant society."
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Artist Information
- Artist: Valentina Ortiz
- Location: Portland, OR
- Region: Northwest Oregon
- Art Medium: Theatre
ALNW Roster Link: Valentina Ortiz