Drama Teacher with over 10 years experience. A range of accessible and detailed resources to make Drama and Theatre teaching fun, inspiring and awesome. Any questions please ask!
Drama Teacher with over 10 years experience. A range of accessible and detailed resources to make Drama and Theatre teaching fun, inspiring and awesome. Any questions please ask!
A note from the author:
These posters are a lovely way to decorate drama and theatre studeios and classrooms. They are a fun and informative way for students to gain initial exposure to the key practitioners for the study of theatre and drama.
Overview of Resources:
A selection of posters (8 in total) containing biographies of key theatre practitioners.
Included:
1 x Constantin Stanislavski Poster
1 x Bertolt Brecht Poster
1 x Augusto Boal Poster
1 x Steven Berkoff Poster
1 x Joan Littlewood Poster
1 x Antonin Artaud Poster
1 x Jerzy Grotowski Poster
1 x Uta Hagen Poster
Please note:
Burying these resources means that you can adapt and reproduce them for your work in schools.
These posters are also available to purchase separately.
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A note from the author:
I have this poster on my studio walls as a fun and informative way for students to gain initial exposure to Augusto Boal.
Overview of Resource:
1 x Practitioner Poster - Augusto Boal
Category:
Practitioner Posters Pack (Bundle)
Included:
1x Poster
Please note:
Purchasing this poster allows you to amend and reproduce it for use in your school.
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A note from the author:
These quizzes were created as a key event for our Annual Drama Department Dinner that I hosted. The quizzes vary from 45 minutes to 90 minutes or so depending on numbers and method of scoring (we used the teacher table to score). Our students are placed into different Theatre Companies (drama houses) for various events that they partake in each year.
Overview of Resources:
These resources are for three complete quiz events.
Included:
Quiz No. 1 - 45 minutes approx (3 rounds - General Theatre, School Drama Department (will need adapting) & Musical Round) Total of 50 points.
Quiz No. 2 - 70 minutes approx (4 rounds - Picture Round, General Theatre, Musical Round & Play Quote Round) Total of 100 points.
Quiz No. 3 - 90 minutes approx (5 rounds - General Theatre, Picture Round, School Drama Department, Musical Round & Theatre Superstitions) Total of 75 points.
Please note:
You will have to supply the music for the music rounds. You can source these on Youtube / Spotify. Ensure you cut off with the last line prompt or it may give away the title of the song or some other key piece of information.
You will also have to tailor the questions in the School’s Own Drama Department Rounds to your own school’s drama department. You can use mine as a basis.
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A note from the author:
I use these certificates to congratulate my wonderful students in both academic and co-curricular drama & theatre, as well as for their hard work and dedication to school productions.
Overview of Resource:
These certificates are in the style of ‘Dramatic’. They are also available in:
Classic
Sparkle
Included:
35 x Drama Certificate Templates including:
ensemble work
kind human being
outstanding performance
audience interaction
classroom contribution
lighting design
delivering monologue
role model
supporting others
etc…
Please note:
I like to use a gold or silver marker to fill these in and to print them on cream/white card, both of which can be found from any quality school suppliers or stationery stores. I also print my school logo on the reverse of the card to brand it, therefore you might like to do the same.
These certificates are non-editable, apart from writing names of the teacher / director and student on by hand as they come in a PDF format (unless you have PDF editor software). If you would like additional options on the certificates, please contact me or write a review and I will add additional certificates onto this resource pack. I will aim to complete any additions by 2 weeks after the review is posted.
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The full collection of my resources when teaching Component One of GCSE Drama - Devising
Overview of Resources:
These resources will really help you deliver amazing lessons for students and pupils in your GCSE C1 lessons. There are displays, lesson resources, stimulus packs, model answers, guidebooks and more!
Included:
Component One GCSE Devising - Component One - Performance Examples - Scripts & PowerPoints
Component One GCSE Devising - Component One - Portfolio of Supporting Evidence / Creative Log
Component One GCSE Devising - Component One - Evaluation
Component One GCSE Devising - Component One - General Devising Resources
1 x Physical Theatre SOW
1 x Love & Hate Devising SOW
5 x Devising Stimuli Posters (Illustrations, Lyrics, Photographs, Quotes, Questions)
5 x Devising Stimuli Packs (Anxiety, Democracy, Feminism, Hate, Perfection)
Frantic Assembly Resources
Please note:
This is a selection of resources that I use for Component One. This is not a complete SOW, although it does include a devising SOW and a physical Theatre SOW which I embed into my teaching.
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A note from the author:
I have this poster on my studio walls as a fun and informative way for students to gain initial exposure to Uta Hagen.
Overview of Resource:
1 x Practitioner Poster - Uta Hagen
Category:
Practitioner Posters Pack (Bundle)
Included:
1x Poster
Please note:
Purchasing this poster allows you to amend and reproduce it for use in your school.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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A variety of my best selling and top rated resources on TES for a limited time price!
Overview of Resources:
These resources will really help you deliver amazing lessons for students and pupils in your drama and theatre departments. There are displays, SOWs, lesson resources, stimulus packs and more!
Included:
2 x KS3 or Year 7/8/9 SOW - The Arrival and Greek Theatre
1 x KS4 or GCSE or Year 10 / 11 SOW - Physical Theatre
1 x KS3 / KS4 / KS5 SOW - Directing
1 x 50 Amazing pieces of Stimulus
2 x Practitioner Posters - Brecht & Stanislavski
1 x Contentless / Open Scenes Pack (35 scripts)
6 x Devising Stimulus Packs (Dark & Light, Freedom, Loneliness & Solitude, Love, Perfection, Power & Control)
1 x Drama Department Production Handbook Template
4 x Frantic Assembly Adapted Questionnaires for Devising
1 x GCSE / A Level Theatre Design Booklet
1 x Set of 80 Hot-Seating Cue Question Cards
Please note:
You will need a selection of scripts to use for the Directing SOW. I have given examples in the SOW of what I use.
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The full collection of my different styles of Drama & Theatre Certificates of achievement
Overview of Resources:
My students love these - I use different styles for different age groups.
Included:
1 x Set of 35 Drama Certificate Templates in the Dramatic Style
1 x Set of 35 Drama Certificate Templates in the Classic Style
1 x Set of 35 Drama Certificate Templates in the Sparkle Style
The certificate templates include:
ensemble work
kind human being
outstanding performance
audience interaction
classroom contribution
lighting design
delivering monologue
role model
supporting others
etc…
Please note:
I like to use a gold or silver marker to fill these in and to print them on cream/white card, both of which can be found from any quality school suppliers or stationery stores. I also print my school logo on the reverse of the card to brand it, therefore you might like to do the same.
These certificates are non-editable, apart from writing names of the teacher / director and student on by hand as they come in a PDF format (unless you have PDF editor software). If you would like additional options on the certificates please contact me or write a review and I will add additional certificates onto this resource pack. I will aim to complete any additions by 2 weeks after the review is posted.
You save 60% with this bundle!
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
A note from the author:
I use these 8 stations as a lesson to help my students prep for examinations and assessments. I spread the 8 stations around the room and split up the students who carousel or rotate around the different stations, exposing them to a variety of fun and useful ways in which they can learn lines.
This is also really useful for learning lines for co curricular drama such as school productions, plays, performances, monologues, LAMDA, drama clubs etc.
Category:
School Production Bundle
Resources Included:
8 Station Guides for Learning Lines
Stations Include:
Station 1 - Intrapersonal
Station 2 - Chunking
Station 3 - Kineasthetic
Station 4 - Mnemonics
Station 5 - Visual
Station 6 - Experimental
Station 7 - Aural
Station 8 - Buddy Up
Please note:
Purchasing this resource allows you to use it in any way you would like.
You will need to provide certain resources for some of the stations:
Station 1 - Intrapersonal (spare paper & pens)
Station 2 - Chunking (highlighters in a range of colours)
Station 3 - Kineasthetic
Station 4 - Mnemonics (cue cards or spare paper)
Station 5 - Visual (spare paper and pens)
Station 6 - Experimental
Station 7 - Aural (audio recording device such as the students’ phones)
Station 8 - Buddy Up
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A note from the author:
In this resources pack are images and information to aid students with devising a Brechtian piece of drama in conjunction with my Brecht SOW. I use this SOW and these resources with my Year 9 classes, but would work equally well with KS4 and KS5 classes and high ability Year 7/8 classes.
Included:
Extracts from The Diary of Anne Frank
Nazi Germany Facts
A selection of Images
Brechtian Techniques Sheet
Assessment Task Sheet
Please note:
Whilst I have included extracts from the diary, it is advisable that a copy of the diary is purchased to give students more freedom over the chosen extracts.
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A note from the Author:
I have adapted the comic master piece ‘Twelfth Night’ into a school production with an additional 20 Gods/Goddesses, 3 servants of Olivia, and 6 extra Feste’s.
My additional play ‘Illyrian Elysium’ tells the story of the 20 Gods/Goddesses above Illyria who cause havoc down below for the mortals, which lead to the story of Twelfth Night unfolding. Illyrian weaves effortless between Shakespeare’s scenes and adds depth and explanation for younger audience members. New characters include ‘Love’, ‘Silence’, ‘Music’, ‘Revenge’, ‘Harmony’, ‘Fire’…
Please note that the ‘Goddess’ parts may be exchanged for ‘Gods’ in a mixed school setting.
Twelfth Night Brief Synopsis
Viola has been shipwrecked in a violent storm off the coast of Illyria; in the process she has lost her twin brother, Sebastian. She disguises herself as a boy and assumes the name Cesario for protection. Thus disguised, Viola comes into the service of Orsino, the Duke of Illyria. Orsino is having little luck courting the Countess Olivia, who is in mourning for the deaths of her father and brother. Orsino sends Viola to Olivia’s court with love letters, and when she arrives, Olivia becomes intrigued by the impudent young “boy,” and contrives to get “Cesario” to return by sending her butler, Malvolio, after her with one of Olivia’s rings. Viola realizes to her dismay that Olivia has fallen for her Cesario rather than Duke Orsino — this is further complicated by the fact that Viola has started to fall herself for Orsino.
Elsewhere, Sebastian (Viola’s twin, presumed dead) comes ashore in Illyria thinking that Viola has drowned in the shipwreck. His devoted and loving friend, Antonio, rescued him from the surf, and continues to aid him—at some risk to himself, as Antonio fought against the Duke at one time. Meanwhile, in Olivia’s court, Sir Toby Belch (her uncle) has hoodwinked a foppish Sir Andrew Aguecheek into supporting him (and giving him money) by convincing him that he could be a suitor to Olivia. There is also a running feud between Malvolio and Belch, and with the help of Maria (Olivia’s cook), and the band of Feste Fools, Belch plots to make a buffoon of the butler. Maria writes a love letter to Malvolio that will make him think Olivia has fallen for him…And thus begins the realm of discord descending upon Illyria…
A note from the author:
I love physical theatre and have compiled this SOW to be adaptable and useful for all Drama teachers as an accessible way into physical theatre. I have noted down different techniques from a range of companies/practitioners. Your students will surely love playing around with these lessons.
SOW Overview:
A detailed 18 page, nine lesson (70 minute lesson) SOW for students to experiment and play around creatively with Physical Theatre components.
Lesson One: Introduction to Physical Theatre
Lesson Two: Complicite - Collaborative Ensemble Physicality (Information, Games & Activities)
Lessons Three & Four: Frantic Assembly - Choreography for Non Dancers & Devising Theatre (Information, Exercises and Activities) - Could be split into two lessons.
Lesson Five: Merce Cunningham - Chance Choreography (Information and Activities)
Lesson Six: Peter Darling (Information and Activities)
Lesson Seven: Anne Bogart - Viewpoints (Information and Activities)
Lessons Eight & Nine: Assessment Lessons - Could be split over a number of extra lessons to tie together everything they have learnt from the SOW.
Recently Updated: (Dec 2016)
Extra information on Anne Bogart
Frantic Assembly split over two lessons
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A note from the author:
I use this scheme of work with my Year 9 classes, as not only does it offer exciting and creative opportunities, but it also allows for complex exploration how to direct. The students assessment allows them to experience both directing a piece of drama and to be directed in a piece of drama.
Objective Overview of Director SOW
§ To explore a variety of ways to direct others, and to develop and hone the skills of a competent director.
§ Students should recognise the communicative powers of theatre, and ensure all work aims to evoke a response or provide a message to the intended audience.
§ Students to play around with script extracts, and block sections of text.
§ Students should collaborate effectively with other group members.
Included:
In-depth Scheme of Work
Lesson Resources (Worksheets, Scripts, Activity Sheets, Evaluations)
Assessment Instructions
Please note:
You may want to purchase ‘The Believers’ by Bryony Lavery, ‘Spring Awakening’ by Georg Buchner and ‘Tristan & Yseult’ by Kneehigh, or ‘Crouch, Touch, Pause, Engage’ however any extract duologues can work for the main assessment.
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The full DNA by Dennis Kelly Bundle. Please see individual bundle items for contents.
Includes:
50 Lesson SOW
Lesson Resources
DNA Eduqas Mock Papers
DNA Example Questions
DNA Design Guidebook
DNA Written Exam Guidebook
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A note from the author:
Some of the resources from Arts Award directly are not very easy to use nor are they easy to communicate to or made accessible for young people. Therefore, I crafted this checklist as an extremely invaluable tool to support my Bronze Arts Award candidates in their organisation of evidence in their portfolio. I have been assessing the Arts Award for over 10 years now - Bronze, Silver & Gold.
Overview of Resource:
Use-friendly details and checklists of the evidence candidates require to pass the Bronze Arts Award.
Included:
Handout checklists for the four units in the Bronze Arts Award
Please note:
You must ensure that a member of your team is trained to assess your Arts Award candidates. Alternatively you can contact a local centre who can assess your candidates. Visit the Arts Award website for further details.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
A note from the author:
Some of the resources from Arts Award directly are not very easy to use nor are they easy to communicate to or made accessible for young people. Therefore, I crafted this letter template to support my communication of the Silver Arts Award. I have been assessing the Arts Award for over 4 years now - Bronze, Silver & Gold.
Overview of Resource:
A template letter to send to parents / guardians with details of the Silver Arts Award and example money costs (which should be adjusted for each centre).
Included:
Silver Arts Award letter template
Please note:
You must ensure that a member of your team is trained to assess your Arts Award candidates. Alternatively you can contact a local centre who can assess your candidates. Visit the Arts Award website for further details.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
A note from the author:
Some of the resources from Arts Award directly are not very easy to use nor are they easy to communicate to or made accessible for young people. Therefore, I crafted this letter template to support my communication of the Bronze Arts Award. I have been assessing the Arts Award for over 10 years now - Bronze, Silver & Gold.
Overview of Resource:
A template letter to send to parents / guardians with details of the Bronze Arts Award and example money costs (which should be adjusted for each centre).
Included:
Bronze Arts Award letter template
Please note:
You must ensure that a member of your team is trained to assess your Arts Award candidates. Alternatively you can contact a local centre who can assess your candidates. Visit the Arts Award website for further details.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
A note from the author:
Some of the resources from Arts Award directly are not very easy to use nor are they easy to communicate to or made accessible for young people. Therefore, I crafted this letter template to support my communication of the Gold Arts Award. I have been assessing the Arts Award for over 10 years now - Bronze, Silver & Gold.
Overview of Resource:
A template letter to send to parents / guardians with details of the Gold Arts Award and example money costs (which should be adjusted for each centre).
Included:
Gold Arts Award letter template
Please note:
You must ensure that a member of your team is trained to assess your Arts Award candidates. Alternatively you can contact a local centre who can assess your candidates. Visit the Arts Award website for further details.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
A note from the author:
Some of the resources from Arts Award directly are not very easy to use nor are they easy to communicate to or made accessible for young people. Therefore, I crafted this handout as an extremely invaluable tool to support my Bronze Arts Award candidates in their ideas for and organisation of evidence in their portfolio. I have been assessing the Arts Award for over 4 years now - Bronze, Silver & Gold.
Overview of Resource:
User-friendly handout introduction booklet as a great way to start to stimulate ideas from candidates required to pass the Bronze Arts Award.
Included:
Introduction Booklet Handout, Bronze Arts Award
Please note:
You must ensure that a member of your team is trained to assess your Arts Award candidates. Alternatively you can contact a local centre who can assess your candidates. Visit the Arts Award website for further details.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
A note from the author:
Some of the resources from Arts Award directly are not very easy to use nor are they easy to communicate to or made accessible for young people. Therefore, I crafted this handout as an extremely invaluable tool to support my Bronze Arts Award candidates in their ideas for and organisation of evidence of Part C in their portfolio. I have been assessing the Arts Award for over 10 years now - Bronze, Silver & Gold.
Overview of Resource:
User-friendly handout (breakdown and checklist) as a great start to stimulate ideas from candidates required to pass the Bronze Arts Award.
Included:
Part C Handout (breakdown and evidence checklist), Bronze Arts Award
Please note:
You must ensure that a member of your team is trained to assess your Arts Award candidates. Alternatively you can contact a local centre who can assess your candidates. Visit the Arts Award website for further details.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!