KS4 introduction and revision

This was originally intended for An Inspector Calls for Section A of the written exam for Edexcel GCSE Drama but can be adapted for other plays. Feedback grids for the long three answers (tick box style) which can be used by teachers, peers or student themselves

This is a written document (scheme of learning) which outlines an introductory set of lessons for introducing An Inspector Calls practically for Edexcel GCSE Drama

For the new BTEC Tech Award in Performing Arts Level 1/2 This booklet is intended for student use to record their work towards their component two coursework. Provides space for recording rehearsal information, research and skills/targets. Can be adapted to suit your play

This PowerPoint is 44 slides long and is a series of lessons introducing some ways to go about starting to devise Drama. Ideal for key stage four BTEC or GCSE.

This is a half term’s worth of lessons on Commedia dell’Arte that is intended to work towards learning about Pantomime. Originally aimed at Year 8 but could work for any key stage three group. Can be adapted

Aimed at upper KS3

KS4 introduction and revision

Aimed at lower KS3, practical skills used

This relationship map from Digital Theatre is a very useful and visual way to revise the relationships of those in An Inspector Calls

Aimed at KS3 - skills transfer to KS4

This three sided brief support sheet for students sums up what you need to do for each question of the written exam for Edexcel GCSE Drama, includes key words, timings and other hints set out in a student friendly revision style

This 14 slide PowerPoint gives a little background of Oh What A Lovely War and then goes through main notes of the Blackeyed Theatre Production version of the play. Could be adapted for another play in terms of structure if desired but notes are specific to this play

This PowerPoint was originally intended for Year 8 although suitable for key stage three drama exploration of the play version of the story. Includes links to some demonstrative videos and a copy of the opening of the play for use in one of the lessons

These two workshops are intended for Unit 2 of the BTEC Level 3 in Performing Arts but would be suitable for adapting and/or GCSE/A Level. They specifically focus on some practical exercises to explore Oh What A Lovely War (Joan Littlewood/Theatre Workshop)

This PowerPoint covers half a term’s worth of lessons and explores character and voice introduction ideally for Year 6-7 students. Can be adapted

This is a half term’s worth of lessons studying the French theatre style Grand Guignol (horror). Originally intended to work on tension and to work towards looking at a tension building play. Ideally for years 8 or 9. Can be adapted

Aimed at year 7 - can be used with pictures/music/props

Aimed at upper KS3