theater mask project for grades 6-12
Theater Mask Project Creative Activity
Theater Masks Greek Noh Kabuki Design Project
teaching about greek theater masks middle high school drama
theater mask project for grades 6-12
Theater Mask Project Creative Activity
Theater Masks Greek Noh Kabuki Design Project
teaching about greek theater masks middle high school drama

Theater Mask Design Project for Grades 6–12 – Creative, Hands-On Design Project

$8.00

This flexible, ready-to-use Mask Design Project invites middle and high school students to explore identity, symbolism, and storytelling through theatrical mask-making. Whether you’re teaching a unit on the history of theater or simply looking for a meaningful, hands-on creative project, this resource is designed to meet you where you are.

Students can choose to create a mask inspired by classic theater traditions (Greek, Roman, Noh, or Commedia dell’arte) or design an original mask based on a character, emotion, or personal concept. Both structured options are included, allowing teachers to adapt the project to their curriculum and student needs.

This flexible, ready-to-use Mask Design Project invites middle and high school students to explore identity, symbolism, and storytelling through theatrical mask-making. Whether you’re teaching a unit on the history of theater or simply looking for a meaningful, hands-on creative project, this resource is designed to meet you where you are.

Students can choose to create a mask inspired by classic theater traditions (Greek, Roman, Noh, or Commedia dell’arte) or design an original mask based on a character, emotion, or personal concept. Both structured options are included, allowing teachers to adapt the project to their curriculum and student needs.

Why Teachers Love It:

  • Designed specifically for Grades 6–12

  • Ideal for drama, visual art, or cross-curricular lessons

  • Encourages meaningful creative choices and student voice

  • Aligns well with historical, cultural, and personal expression goals

  • Low-prep, easy to implement — great for independent or sub use

  • Supports National Core Arts Standards

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify and apply key elements of theatrical mask design

  • Create a unique mask that communicates a character, emotion, or symbolic message

  • Make intentional artistic choices involving color, shape, pattern, and materials

  • Sketch and plan a visual concept before executing a final piece

  • Reflect on and explain their design process and choices

  • Offer and receive constructive peer feedback on creative work

  • Understand how masks have been used to tell stories across cultures and time periods (optional tie-in)

Timeframe: 3–5 class periods (45–60 mins each) depending upon your students and schedule

What’s Included:

  • A clear, student-friendly project overview

  • Two structured planning worksheets:

    • Option 1: Inspired by Theater Traditions (Greek, Roman, Noh, Commedia dell’arte)

    • Option 2: Original Character, Emotion, or Concept

  • Guiding questions and prompts for thoughtful design choices

  • Sketching space and artistic planning worksheets - one male, one female, and one blank

  • Teacher Grading Rubric

  • A fun, easy-to-use Peer Feedback rubric

  • Optional display plaque templates to showcase student work

  • Complete teacher materials: lesson summary, learning objectives, pacing guide, preparation tips, and adaptations

Who It’s For:

  • Middle and high school theater teachers looking for a creative, hands-on performance design activity

  • Visual art teachers seeking cross-curricular connections with symbolism and storytelling

  • Substitute-friendly lesson plans that are engaging and structured

  • Teachers with limited time who want to offer meaningful artistic exploration without needing an entire unit

  • Educators who teach mask history and want a culminating project — or those who prefer a purely creative approach with no prior history required

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