Devising physical theatre using viewpoints

Students will develop a physical theatre piece through the use of Anne Bogart’s Viewpoints. They will explore what the Viewpoints are through various physical, written and performance tasks before using stimuli based on literature to devise a physical theatre performance. This unit is to introduce students to the language of physical theatre, and the basics of devising a physical theatre piece.

The unit includes stimuli based on the literature ‘Macbeth’ and ‘Lord of the Flies’, though any literature or topics can be used as the devising task is thematic. Assessment materials are generic, and editable to ensure that teachers can alter tasks based on school contexts.

This unit is perfect for teachers who have some training in how to approach performing arts lessons, but who might be new to the subject, struggle to teach physical theatre, or are looking to expand their resources.

Included in the resource pack is:

• An easy to follow scheme of work
• Lesson resources with options for differentiation
• Assessment for learning materials for peer and self marking
• Assessment materials for Year 8 and 9 Drama that aim to transition students to senior drama
• Teacher marking materials
• Written tasks for homework or plenaries
• A Glossary of Great Games