Hello. We are The Curious Theatre Company, a collective of like-minded teachers, actors and writers with a wealth of experience in professional theatre, television, film and radio. We provide all sorts of material for schools: schemes of work on practitioners and set texts; a performance piece, Stan v Bert, about Stanislavski and Brecht; as well as a variety of new one-act plays for students,
Hello. We are The Curious Theatre Company, a collective of like-minded teachers, actors and writers with a wealth of experience in professional theatre, television, film and radio. We provide all sorts of material for schools: schemes of work on practitioners and set texts; a performance piece, Stan v Bert, about Stanislavski and Brecht; as well as a variety of new one-act plays for students,
This student handbook has been created specifically for the Covid19 lock down. It gives students an overview of the play and activities to consolidate learning. It comes with a free movie which includes lesson one and lesson two.
This scheme of work is ideal for teaching The Crucible. I know how hectic a drama teacher’s life is, so these twelve one-hour lesson plans are simply laid out and a doddle to follow. There are easy to photocopy handouts, lots of inspiring videos and many web links – so it’s important you can access YouTube to really take advantage of all the valuable resources.
Lesson Objectives include:
To consider and discuss the historical, social and cultural context of The Crucible.
To explore and understand the themes of witchcraft in The Crucible.
To understand symbolism and themes in The Crucible.
To understand the impact of false accusations in the world of The Crucible.
To extract relevant information from the text and develop an ability to interpret meaning from the script.
To research, explore and analyse characters.
To create and develop character interpretations.
To learn how to score a text, using beats, vocal inflection, and transitive verbs.
To research set design and props in preparation for your ‘stage realisation’.
To create and develop your ‘stage realisation’.
To research costumes, accessories, and makeup in order to create an inspiring overall design.
To consider lighting and sound effects in order to create inspiring designs.
This Lesson One of six scheme of work makes teaching Component 1: Understanding Drama Section ‘A’ of the new spec easier for us and so, more inspiring for students, especially those with practical abilities who learn best by doing.
Lesson One objective – to explore theatre buildings and spaces.
“I think I’ve died and gone to heaven. This is amazing”.- Andrew English (Drama Teacher, Westonbirt School in Gloucestershire).
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This scheme of work is ideal for teaching The 39 Steps.
I know how hectic a drama teacher’s life is, so these twelve one-hour lesson plans are simply laid out and a doddle to follow. There are easy to photocopy handouts, lots of inspiring videos and many web links – so it’s important you can access YouTube to really take advantage of all the valuable resources. Homework tasks are included.
'It’s awesome,all the hard work done for you- Lance Keegan ‘Royal Latin School’
Lesson Objectives:
To consider and discuss the historical, social and cultural context.
To explore and create multiple character roles and relate this to the play.
To explore and create multiple locations within the play.
To understand and demonstrate the concept of ‘pastiche’.
To extract relevant information from the text and develop an ability to interpret meaning from the script.
To research, explore and analyse characters.
To create and develop a character.
To learn how to score a text, using beats, vocal inflection, and transitive verbs.
To research set design and props in preparation for a stage realisation.
To begin to create and develop a stage realisation.
To research costumes, accessories, and makeup in order to create an inspiring overall design.
To consider lighting and sound effects in order to create inspiring designs.
'It’s awesome,all the hard work done for you- Lance Keegan ‘Royal Latin School’
This Blood Brothers poster is a A4 pdf in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and printed by those purchasing the product.
There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price.
This poster is ideal for classroom walls and highlighting key elements of the play, including a brief synopsis, characters, period, genre, style, lighting, key themes and issues etc.
This Blood Brothers poster is a A0 pdfs in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and printed by those purchasing the product.
There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price.
This poster is ideal for classroom walls and highlighting key elements of the play, including a brief synopsis, characters, period, genre, style, lighting, key themes and issues etc.
This scheme of work makes teaching Component 1: Understanding Drama Section ‘A’ of the new spec easier for us and so, more inspiring for students, especially those with practical abilities who learn best by doing.
Lesson Three: Lesson objective – to understand job roles in theatre.
This scheme of work makes teaching Component 1: Understanding Drama Section ‘A’ of the new spec easier for us and so, more inspiring for students, especially those with practical abilities who learn best by doing.
Lesson Four: Lesson objective – to research lighting and sound.
This Konstantin Stanislavski poster is a pdfs in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and then printed by those purchasing the product.
There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price.
This poster is ideal for classroom walls and highlights the key elements of Stanislavski’s ��method’ technique in an easy and straightforward language.
This Stage Lighting poster is a pdfs in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and then printed by those purchasing the product.
There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price.
This poster is ideal for classroom walls and highlights the key elements of ‘stage lighting’ and its ‘functions’ in an easy and straightforward language for all to understand.
This is a handy and clever resource. Students fill in the character profiles and design costumes on the templates (examples are given), once the templates are brimming with information, cut out, laminate and place on a key ring. It’s perfect to accompany essay writing/homework, and perfect for revision when students can flick through on the school bus, in the playground or even in detention!
These scheme of work makes teaching Component 1: Understanding Drama Section ‘A’ of the new spec easier for us and so, more inspiring for students, especially those with practical abilities who learn best by doing.
Lesson Five: Lesson objective – to explore costume and make-up and prepare for assessment.
Lesson Six: Lesson objective – to complete the assessment.
This Lesson Two scheme of work makes teaching Component 1: Understanding Drama Section ‘A’ of the new spec easier for us and so, more inspiring for students, especially those with practical abilities who learn best by doing.
Lesson Two: Lesson objective – to explore staging and stage configurations.
Our new Devised Sow is here. Bursting with ideas and invention, it takes you step by step through the devising process. It is ideal for GCSE students, providing a wide variety of resources and games that will really help with creation and collaboration. You can literally teach each lesson with little or no preparation. I have structured the sow so that students explore, research and create a devised performance within a relatively short time. time. Includes a really useful template 'log book'.
The Nuts & Bolts
Lesson One: Understanding devised theatre.
Lesson Two: Developing the ability to work cooperatively as an ensemble.
Lesson Three: Developing devising strategies using props.
Lesson Four: Creating original material from a range of stimuli.
Lesson Five: Exploring ideas further using chosen stimuli.
Lesson Six: Consolidating and developing ideas further.
Lesson Seven: Shaping character and character development.
Lesson Eight: Establishing a stage realization and developing design elements.
Lesson Nine: Rehearsing, Polishing and Completing checklist
Logbook to be completed
Hello fellow teachers. This student activity book covers Component 1: Section B - Study of set text. Written especially for those with practical abilities who learn best by doing or for those who struggle with the written exam. I know how hectic a drama teacher life is, so this activity book explores the text in detail with lots of activities for student’s, including set homework No preparation is needed and the activity book is a doddle to follow. This book is all you need to cover the play text in detail. So confident am I that you will love this book - that I will give you a refund if you think otherwise!
Understanding Component 1: Section B - Study of set text.
Lesson One: What is ‘The 39 Steps”
Lesson Two: London in the 1930’s, the place and the people.
Lesson Three: To understanding ‘pastiche’ & ‘parody’
Lesson Four: Understanding characters, costumes, accessories and make-up Lesson Five: To create set design and props
Lesson Six: Reading through exam questions
Lesson Seven: To learn how to use a writing template
A video introduction on how to make a movie, perfect for those studying GCSE Film Studies or as a project for KS3 students. A step by step film which students can follow and pause.
This poster is ideal for Drama students needing quick and easy access to a list of of ‘Actioning Verb’ to help them in their practical or scripted work.
This Posters is a A4 pdfs in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and then printed by those purchasing the product.
A4 & AO pdfs are available both at the same price.
Actioning, is the choosing of a verb (action word) to think of subconsciously during the delivery of a line to another actor. One line, one sentence, one breath – one Action. This technique is useful when trying to find meaning to a sentence or line. If an actor puts action words to every line they deliver in a script, it is ensured that every line will be delivered with meaning and purpose.
This Stage Lighting poster is a pdfs in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and then printed by those purchasing the product.
There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price.
This poster is ideal for classroom walls and highlights the key elements of ‘stage lighting’ and its ‘functions’ in an easy and straightforward language for all to understand.