Module 3 Introduction to Drama K-6 © 2006 Curriculum K-12 Directorate, NSW Department of Education and Training

What do students do in drama? Enact real or imagined experiences Take on roles and characters Perform in a variety of drama forms Learn to collaborate and creatively explore human experience Respond to their drama and the drama of others © 2006 Curriculum K-12 Directorate, NSW Department of Education and Training

How do students learn in drama? Making becoming part of make-believe situations taking on roles working with others to develop drama Performing for a variety of audiences Appreciating respond to their drama and the drama of others © 2006 Curriculum K-12 Directorate, NSW Department of Education and Training

Dramatic context role forms elements © 2006 Curriculum K-12 Directorate, NSW Department of Education and Training

Dramatic context Participants in role interact by deciding on: what they are doing - the topic or idea where they are - the fictional setting when the drama is happening - time © 2006 Curriculum K-12 Directorate, NSW Department of Education and Training

The elements of drama Dramatic tension Time Focus Space and Place Symbol Contrast Mood © Curriculum K-12 Directorate, NSW Department of Education and Training

Drama forms ImprovisationPlaybuilding MovementMime Readers TheatreStorytelling Puppetry Mask Video Drama © 2006 Curriculum K-12 Directorate, NSW Department of Education and Training

Role A role may be: a human character a thing that creates dramatic meaning in a drama. This woman could be a role. Students could play the role of “anxious thoughts”. © 2006 Curriculum K-12 Directorate, NSW Department of Education and Training

Ways to begin drama in your classroom : Simple starting points clothing and hats use images explore the space © 2006 Curriculum K-12 Directorate, NSW Department of Education and Training

Building a drama program Two approaches: 1.decide on your content and tailor the drama learning to meet outcomes in other learning areas 2.explore stage-appropriate forms A sound program will incorporate both approaches © 2006 Curriculum K-12 Directorate, NSW Department of Education and Training

Where can I find more resources? © 2006 Curriculum K-12 Directorate, NSW Department of Education and Training