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I have been a drama and dance teacher for 25 years and have been Head of Drama at two schools. I am a GCSE Drama examiner, run musical theatre clubs, direct community productions and work as a practitioner at the Minack Theatre, Cornwall's open-air theatre under the stars. MY resources range from exam to KS3 schemes of work and stand alone lessons and offer drama and movement, various styles and scope for response, development, devising and evaluation.

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I have been a drama and dance teacher for 25 years and have been Head of Drama at two schools. I am a GCSE Drama examiner, run musical theatre clubs, direct community productions and work as a practitioner at the Minack Theatre, Cornwall's open-air theatre under the stars. MY resources range from exam to KS3 schemes of work and stand alone lessons and offer drama and movement, various styles and scope for response, development, devising and evaluation.
Beauty and the Beast - performance resource bundle
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Beauty and the Beast - performance resource bundle

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This resource includes a script, cast list, ideas for props, sound and music and a synopsis of the story for those unfamiliar with the plot or for playing Whoosh to introduce the events and characters. Suitable for all ages and a large cast, the script also suggest opportunities for movement/dance.
Alice in Wonderland - performance bundle
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Alice in Wonderland - performance bundle

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This resource includes a short script featuring most of the well-loved characters of this tale. I have added Tweedle-Dum and Tweedle-Dee too. A cast list is included and a synopsis of the story for those unfamiliar with the plot or for playing Whoosh as an introduction and a list of suggestions for music and sound. Suitable for all ages with scope for a large cast.
Snow White a comedy - performance bundle
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Snow White a comedy - performance bundle

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This resource includes a script, cast list and ideas for sound and music to use. Suitable for a large cast or all ages with room for expansion and includes options for dance. The script can be adapted/changed to include topical/local jokes.
The Wizard of Oz - performance bundle
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The Wizard of Oz - performance bundle

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This resource includes a short script that has scope for adapting and options for dances. Many parts which can be extended. A synopsis of the story for those unfamiliar with the plot or for playing Whoosh as an introduction. It also includes a cast list and ideas for sound and music to use.
James and the Giant Peach - resource bundle for performance
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James and the Giant Peach - resource bundle for performance

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This resource bundle includes a script, cast list and several options of additional dialogue (tourists, children, seagulls and sharks) depending on your cast size. I have included ideas for costume and props, lighting and sound effects It is suitable for all ages and can be adapted accordingly.
Peter Pan - resources for performance
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Peter Pan - resources for performance

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This resources includes a short script involving the main events and characters of this well-loved story. I have also included ideas for sound effects and music and a synopsis for those who are not familiar with the story or for playing Whoosh as an introduction to the plot. It is suitable for age 7 and up and can accommodate many roles which can be expanded with more Lost Boys (children) and pirates as necessary.
Twisted Tales - exploring prequel and sequel
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Twisted Tales - exploring prequel and sequel

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This unit of work introduces students to the concepts of prequel and sequel to devise their own drama based on fairy-tales. The powerpoint explains the concepts and gives them the opportunity to explore and experiment with plot, location, character and era. A planning sheet is included and some brief synopses of fairy-tales if inspiration is needed!
Thought tracking - excellent drama technique
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Thought tracking - excellent drama technique

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This powerpoint will introduce students to the technique of thought-tracking. As they understand the key features of successful thought-tracking, the unit then moves on the thought-tunnel and conscience-alley. 3 practical tasks to give them the confidence to use these skills in their own drama work to enhance plot and characterisation.
Paintings into Performance
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Paintings into Performance

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This unit of work uses paintings as a stimulus to create effective drama. This four lesson scheme of work includes warm-ups and practical activities to inspire the creation of character, plot and dialogue. THree paintings are included in the powerpoint to allow the students to create a three scene piece of drama: before the painting, the actual painting and after the painting. Movement and music could also be added to enhance the drama. The paintings I have used are: ‘Nighthawks’ by Edward Hopper ‘The Fight Between Carnival and Lent’ by Pieter Bruegel the Elder ‘First Class’ by LS Lowry But this unit would work with many others of your own choice.
Drama - Still Images/Tableaux - an introduction
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Drama - Still Images/Tableaux - an introduction

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This powerpoint guides the students into understanding what a Still Image is and how it differs from a freeze-frame. It includes warm-up activities and practical tasks to enable the students to understand how to create effective Still Images and the key features. Events and then emotions are used with the chance to use music and lighting and explore the idea of transitions to build up to create Image Theatre. A valuable technique to learn that can enhance future drama work.
Drama - Greek Myths - Pandora's Box
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Drama - Greek Myths - Pandora's Box

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This powerpoint leads the students through the story of Pandora’s Box, its themes and characters. They then use the story to dramatise a narrative thinking about how to distinguish between the characters of Gods and Mortals and how to personify the things that emerge from the box allowing scope for physical theatre/dance/music and creating their own dialogue. A synopsis of the story and a sheet of the main points for the students are included. Could lead on to exploring Greek Theatre.
Romeo and Juliet workshop
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Romeo and Juliet workshop

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This workshop includes Whooshing the story for students not familiar with the plot. Connected warm-ups are included and then Still Images/Tableaux to explore themes of the play. The students can then create scenes from the play which can then be joined together to create a whole class performance of the play. A synopsis of the play and the play broken down into twelve simple sections are included along with instructions to deliver the workshop. Suitable for y6 and upwards as can be differentiated accordingly.
GCSE Drama Devising Unit on the theme of Insanity
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GCSE Drama Devising Unit on the theme of Insanity

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A substantial scheme of work to be taught over about 6 hours to enable students to explore the theme and develop their devising skills through various dramatic techniques such as still image, role play, movement, choral work and characterisation. This scheme allows the students to explore the concepts of private and public insanity, mental health and the social, cultural and historical aspects of the perception and treatment of insanity. The scheme of work has connected warm-ups and games and practical exploration tasks. Pair and group work activities are included and tasks are in response to three stimuli, a painting, a poem and a play text.
GCSE Drama Devising Unit on the theme of Courage and Cowardice
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GCSE Drama Devising Unit on the theme of Courage and Cowardice

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A substantial scheme of work to be taught over about 6 hours to enable students to explore the theme and develop their devising skills through various dramatic techniques such as still image, role play and characterisation. The scheme of work has connected warm-ups and games, practical exploration activities and suggested written tasks to record their practical work . Pair and group work task are included and tasks include response to music and objects, film extracts and a statue as the three stimuli.
GCSE Drama Devising Unit on the theme of Image
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GCSE Drama Devising Unit on the theme of Image

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Although this scheme of work is titled ‘Image’ it will also cover and include ideas about prejudice, being different, vanity and envy. A substantial scheme of work to be taught over about 6 hours to enable students to explore the theme and develop their devising skills through various dramatic techniques such as still image, thought tunnel, movement, choral work and characterisation. The scheme of work has connected warm-ups and games, practical exploration tasks, built in homeworks and written tasks. Pair and group work task are included and tasks include creating a reality tv show, group choreography in response to lyrics, response to proverbs and writing a soliloquy.
A Level Drama and Theatre Acting Techniques
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A Level Drama and Theatre Acting Techniques

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This 5 page scheme of work will help to develop the students’ acting techniques. It includes connected games and warm-ups to explore character work and acting and then has a number of tasks using the theories of Stanislavski and Brecht to put what they have explored into practice.
A Level Drama and Theatre Physicality Scheme of Work
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A Level Drama and Theatre Physicality Scheme of Work

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This scheme of work will help develop your students’ physical skills through a number of warm-ups, exercises and tasks. It will help build their confidence to explore different ways of moving, support characterisation and help to execute physical theatre effectively and their understanding of companies like Frantic Assembly.
A Level Drama and Theatre games and exercises
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A Level Drama and Theatre games and exercises

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A collection of games and exercises aimed at older students. These act as good ice breakers at the start of term and also encourage confidence and more challenging aspects to develop their skills.Each is fully explained with some examples and some extension work where appropriate.