IBO Level 1/Level 2 MYP Performing Arts

INTERNATIONAL-BACCALAUREATE-ORGANISATION

vocational

This subtopic establishes the foundational knowledge and skills essential for the MYP Performing Arts course, focusing on the integration of theory and practice across dance, theatre, and related disciplines. Learners explore artistic principles, develop technical proficiency, and apply creative processes to practical performance and composition tasks, while building critical reflection and collaborative competencies that are central to the subject's holistic assessment model.

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What You Need to Demonstrate

Key skills and knowledge for this topic

Award credit for demonstrating clear understanding of key terminology and concepts (e.g., elements of movement, compositional devices, performance techniques) through accurate verbal and written explanations.
Award credit for applying technical skills with control and expression in practical tasks, showing development of physical/vocal competence appropriate to the art form.
Award credit for evidencing creative exploration, such as generating original ideas, experimenting with forms, and justifying artistic choices in portfolios or journals.
Award credit for critically reflecting on personal work and that of others, using subject-specific language to analyse strengths, areas for improvement, and cultural/social contexts.

Marking Points

Key points examiners look for in your answers

Award credit for demonstrating clear understanding of key terminology and concepts (e.g., elements of movement, compositional devices, performance techniques) through accurate verbal and written explanations.
Award credit for applying technical skills with control and expression in practical tasks, showing development of physical/vocal competence appropriate to the art form.
Award credit for evidencing creative exploration, such as generating original ideas, experimenting with forms, and justifying artistic choices in portfolios or journals.
Award credit for critically reflecting on personal work and that of others, using subject-specific language to analyse strengths, areas for improvement, and cultural/social contexts.

Examiner Tips

Expert advice for maximising your marks

💡For written tasks, always connect practical examples to theoretical concepts, using specific terminology from the unit (e.g., space, time, energy, tension, focus) to demonstrate deep understanding.
💡In performance assessments, ensure that technical accuracy is balanced with artistic intention; rehearse not only the steps but also the interpretative quality you want to convey.
💡When compiling process journals or portfolios, include dated entries that show ongoing reflection, experiment sketches, and self-assessment against the criteria – avoid last-minute completion.

Common Mistakes

Pitfalls to avoid in your exam answers

Students often describe movements or theatrical elements without linking them to artistic intention or expressive purpose, resulting in superficial analysis.
In practical work, learners may focus on technical execution at the expense of stage presence, dynamics, or audience engagement, leading to a mechanical performance.
When documenting creative processes, students sometimes omit reflective depth, providing simple checklists rather than evaluating how ideas evolved and why decisions were made.

Key Terminology

Essential terms to know

Core knowledge

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IBO Level 1/Level 2 MYP Performing Arts

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