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Understanding Proxemics (Practical Exploration)
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Understanding Proxemics (Practical Exploration)

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This PowerPoint includes both practical, theory and discussison points getting students to understand proxemics and also power positions, areas of the stage and levels. It explores component 1 written exam for AQA GCSE Drama but would also be beneficial as a devising starter. There is some specific links to Romeo & Juliet linking to AQA GCSE Drama set text but this could be applied to any play or work. The practical work would suit either a small or large group I do not own any of the media, videos, pictures used in this lesson
Responsibility Cards for Drama
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Responsibility Cards for Drama

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A resource to be printed and laminated if possible. Hand the cards to different students each lesson to encourage positive behavior during group work and to give students the opportunity to be a leader.
Drama/ Maths starters
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Drama/ Maths starters

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A few drama exercises to help KS2 students with solving problems and money by bringing the questions to life. Only simple activities, with a simple reminder of how to solve the math problems. I do not own any of the text used in this PowerPoint
AQA GCSE Drama Live Theatre - SIX The Musical
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AQA GCSE Drama Live Theatre - SIX The Musical

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This PowerPoint includes theory lessons about SIX The Musical. This SOW would be ideal for KS4 drama students. It explores component 1 written exam all the questions from section C - briefly touches on design but focuses on performance questions mainly. To use this SOW it will require students to have watched the musical, some clips available on YouTube I do not own any of the media, videos, pictures used in this SOW Learning objectives for this lesson(s): To remind you of the demands of Section C in the written exam To give you some practise on effective analysis and evaluation To give you some practise on effectively describing and explaining skills To revise effective essay structure
AQA GCSE Drama Live Theatre - Come From Away
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AQA GCSE Drama Live Theatre - Come From Away

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This PowerPoint includes theory lessons about Come From Away - the west end musical. This SOW would be ideal for KS4 drama students. It explores component 1 written exam all the questions from section C - briefly touches on design but focuses on performance questions mainly. To use this SOW it will require students to have watched the musical, some clips available on YouTube I do not own any of the media, videos, pictures used in this SOW Learning objectives for this lesson(s): To remind you of the demands of Section C in the written exam To give you some practise on effective analysis and evaluation To give you some practise on effectively describing and explaining skills To revise effective essay structure
Practical Exploration of Lord Capulet & Paris
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Practical Exploration of Lord Capulet & Paris

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This PowerPoint includes theory based work and practical work looking at two characters from Romeo & Juliet. It explores component 1 written exam a 12mark question for AQA GCSE Drama To use this SOW it will require students to have knowledge of Romeo & Juliet The practical work would suit either a small or large group This could also be appropriate for an English lesson looking to do practical work I do not own any of the media, videos, pictures used in this lesson
Egypt (KS3 Drama SOW)
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Egypt (KS3 Drama SOW)

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A SOW that includes eight lessons looking at aspects of Egypt. The unit of work then focuses of Shakepeare’s Antony and Cleopatra and includes two practical assessments. The SOW is ready to be used in lessons and is easy to follow. *I do not own any of the text, pictures or media used in this PowerPoint.
Chill Out Pass for Drama
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Chill Out Pass for Drama

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Sometimes students can get stressed about group work, remembering lines or performing. This chill out pass enables them to have time to calm down before the situation escalates. The pass can be easily printed and laminated. It is relatively self explanatory but when introducing the pass be clear about the rules so that it is not misused.
Live Theatre SOW
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Live Theatre SOW

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This PowerPoint includes theory lessons about Joseph and The Technicolour - the hit Andrew Lloyd Webber Musical. This SOW would be ideal for KS3/KS4 drama students. It explores AQA component 1 written exam all the questions from section C - briefly touches on design but focuses on performance questions mainly. To use this SOW it will require students to have watched the musical, available on YouTube I do not own any of the media, videos, pictures used in this SOW Learning objectives for this lesson(s): To introduce students to the demands of Section C in the written exam for AQA To give some practise on effective analysis and evaluation To give some practise on effectively describing and explaining theatrical skills To introduce and refine effective essay structure
AQA GCSE Drama Romeo & Juliet Written Exam
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AQA GCSE Drama Romeo & Juliet Written Exam

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This PowerPoint includes 12 theory lessons AQA GCSE Drama Romeo & Juliet Written Exam. This SOW would be ideal for KS4 drama students. It explores component 1 written exam all the questions - briefly touches on design but focuses on performance questions mainly. I do not own any of the media, videos, pictures used in this SOW
AQA GCSE Drama Live Theatre - Rent the Musical
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AQA GCSE Drama Live Theatre - Rent the Musical

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This PowerPoint includes theory lessons about Rent - The Musical 2008 Broadway edition. This SOW would be ideal for KS4 drama students. It explores component 1 written exam all the questions from section C - briefly touches on design but focuses on performance questions mainly. To use this SOW it will require students to have watched the Musical ideally the 2008 edition - copies on YouTube and Amazon. I do not own any of the media, videos, pictures used in this SOW
AQA GCSE Drama Live Theatre - Cathy Come Home
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AQA GCSE Drama Live Theatre - Cathy Come Home

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This PowerPoint includes theory lessons about Cathy Come Home by the Cardboard Citizens. This SOW would be ideal for KS4 drama students. It explores component 1 written exam all the questions from section C - briefly touches on design but focuses on performance questions mainly. To use this SOW it will require students to have watched the Musical which is available for free on YouTube. I do not own any of the media, videos, pictures used in this SOW
AQA GCSE Drama Live Theatre - 5 Soldiers
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AQA GCSE Drama Live Theatre - 5 Soldiers

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This PowerPoint includes theory lessons about 5 Soldiers by Rosie Kay. This SOW would be ideal for KS4 drama students. It explores component 1 written exam all the questions from section C - briefly touches on design but focuses on performance questions mainly. To use this SOW it will require students to have watched the dance which is available for free on YouTube. I do not own any of the media, videos, pictures used in this SOW
Component 2 Devising GCSE Drama
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Component 2 Devising GCSE Drama

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This resource includes a ready to use PowerPoint that would be useful for Component 2, AQA GCSE Drama The resource explores how 2020 could be used as a stimlus for performances It includes videos, newspaper articles and personal experiences Along with suggestions for performance styles, key skills to include and the exam criteria *I do not own any of the media or videos used in this PowerPoint
Asking For It by Louise O'Neill Introduction lesson
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Asking For It by Louise O'Neill Introduction lesson

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Asking For It by Louise O’Neill, a searing account of a rape and its aftermath in a close-knit Irish community This PowerPoint is an introduction to this wonderful and heartbreaking play TRIGGER WARNINGS *I do not own any of the content, media, pictures, text used in this PowerPoint
Pantomime Drama SOW
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Pantomime Drama SOW

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This SOW is designed for year 9 + students and is a useful tool/ stimulus for devising and introducing students to pantomime. The unit includes complete lessons ready to go with lots of examples. You will need to find scripts to use for lesson 5 & 6 - examples easy to find online. Includes ready to use PowerPoint for 6 lessons and most resources. Disclaimer: I do not own any of the media, photos, text or stories shared in this scheme of work
Hillsborough Disaster Drama SOW
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Hillsborough Disaster Drama SOW

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This SOW is designed for year 9 + students and is a useful tool/ stimulus for devising. The work is based on the Hillsborough Disaster and encourages students to create empathetic and sensitive performances. Appropriate as a stimulus for devising for GCSE. Includes ready to use PowerPoint for 3 lessons and resources. Disclaimer: I do not own any of the media, photos or stories shared in this scheme of work
Responding to a stimulus (Drama SOW)
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Responding to a stimulus (Drama SOW)

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The overall aims of this scheme of work is to encourage students to be more creative in their devised performances. This SOW is aimed at KS3 and would be perfect for a Year 8 or Year 9 class. It could also be adapted for a younger class or GCSE. The aims of the SOW include: learn what a stimulus is explore a range of auditory stimuli respond to a range of auditory stimuli devise performances to music work with a section of script complete a practical assessment complete a written assessment The PowerPoint is ready to be used in lessons and all resources are included in the slides. It includes 7 lessons. *I do not own any of the media, images, script or music used in unit of work
Responding to a stimulus (Part two)
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Responding to a stimulus (Part two)

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The overall aims of this scheme of work is to encourage students to be more creative in their devised performances. This unit work is a continuation of my first resource and builds on prior knowledge. It is aimed at KS3 and would be perfect for a Year 8 or Year 9 class. It could also be adapted for a younger class or GCSE. The aims of the SOW include: learn what a stimulus is: You will recap what a stimulus is You will explore and respond to a range of stimuli You will use your own stimuli to devise original performances You will link dance and drama together in response to a stimulus You will complete a practical assessment You will complete a written assessment The PowerPoint is ready to be used in lessons and all resources are included in the slides. It includes 6 lessons. *I do not own any of the media, images, script or music used in unit of work