1. Hall of the Mountain King
Largs Academy
Department of Drama
Hall of the Mountain King
Drama Experiences and Outcomes
How confident do I feel about my skills.
1-10 scale
Inspired by a range of stimuli, I can express and communicate my ideas, thoughts and feelings through drama. EXA 0-13a / EXA 1-13a / EXA 2-13a
I can create, develop and sustain a realistic character experimenting with movement. Adapted from EXA 2-12a
I can create, develop and sustain a stylised character experimenting with movement. Adapted from EXA 2-12a
I can create and present improvised drama beginning to take account of audience and atmosphere. Adapted from EXA 2-14a
I can respond to the experience of drama by discussing my thoughts and feelings. EXA 0-15a / EXA 1-15a / EXA 2-15a
I can give and accept constructive comment on my own and others’ work. EXA 0-15a / EXA 1-15a / EXA 2-15a
Evaluation Date:
Evaluation Date
Name:
Class: Teacher:
Primary School Attended: 1

2. Word Definition Movement Mime S.P.E.C.S. Slow Motion
Movement Vocabulary
Word
Definition
Movement
Movement is the use of the body as a means of communication.
Mime
Stylised form of movement which creates an illusion of reality.
S.P.E.C.S.
There are five rules of mime:
Slow
Precise
Exaggerated
Clear
Simple
Slow Motion
Movement performed at a slowed down speed 2

3. Word Definition Stimulus Audience Mood
General Vocabulary
Word
Definition
Stimulus
Anything which suggests ideas which can be developed into a drama.
Characterisation
The investigation and portrayal of a specific character.
Audience
People Watching the Drama
Mood
A temporary state of mind or feeling. 3

4. Lesson Starter: Watch the Video titled ‘The Drama Process’
Activity 1: Complete the diagram below.
Stage One:
Stage Two:
Stage Three:
Stage Six:
Stage Five:
Stage Four:
Stage Nine:
Stage Seven:
Stage Eight:
Stage Ten : 4

5. How will I know I am successful?
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The Hall of the Mountain King 5

6. Make notes in the boxes. Who?: Where?: When?: Why?: What happens?:6

7. Writing about Movement and Characterisation
Jot down some statements which explain how you used movement today to convey your character. Some examples have been provided for you. Use the vocabulary on pages 2 & 3 to help you.
Today I played a character who was really scared so I used a terrified facial expression.
When I was leading the group across the desert I had an upright posture.
I really focused on slowing my movement down so that the audience had time to work out where our journey took place. I used over the top arm movements to show them I was swimming through stormy waters.

8. Harry Potter Starter Activity
It doesn’t matter if you don’t know the Harry Potter books or films. Write down three words that you think of when you see the images.
Character 1:
Character 2:
Character 3:
Character 4:
Character 5:
In ‘Harry Potter’ we meet a group of teenagers who attend Hogwarts Academy. To ensure the reader could tell the difference between all of them, J.K. Rowling created very distinct characteristics for each. 8

10. How will I know I am successful?
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Characterisation – make notes in and around the cloud 10

11. Movement Vocabulary List One
Naturalistic - Movement that attempts to create an illusion of reality.
Body Language – Messages given by the position or movement of the body. (See Poster)
Facial Expression – Look on face which shows emotion. (See Poster)
Gesture - Movement of the hand or arm which communicates a meaning or emotion. (See Poster)
Mannerism - a habitual gesture or way of speaking or behaving.
Positioning - The placement of actors on stage (See Poster)
Posture – Position of the body – how it is held.
Use of Levels –Using levels to create a symbolic meaning.
Use of Space – Using furniture to create boundary lines for your improvisation. Actors should ensure they creatively use all the space available to them in a presentation. Also how closely you stand to other characters. (See Poster) 11

12. Movement Ideas

13. What are the trolls doing when the group arrive at the Hall?
Starter Task
Watch the short animation using ‘The Hall of the Mountain King’ as background music.
Make notes about what you see and any thoughts you have.
What are the trolls doing when the group arrive at the Hall? 13

14. How will I know I am successful?
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Stylised Vocabulary List Two
Stylised - using artistic forms and conventions to create effects; not natural.
Balance – Keeping an even distribution of weight.
Dance Drama – A drama presented through dance moves.
Rhythm - Movements which follow a pattern or beat.
Speed - Rate of motion
Timing – Speaking, moving or pausing at exactly the right moment. 14

15. Now watch the video of the dancers interpretation of the music.
Dance is a stylised for of movement.
Make notes, using the vocabulary list from earlier, about how the dancers use movement. These are types of movement that are used more often in stylised performance and dance. 15

16. Make notes in and around the troll about your character.16

17. Where do you stand to start? Where do you move to?
Make notes below about the types of movement you will use during the music.
Where do you stand to start?
Where do you move to?
Who do you interact with? When?
What movements am I making? When do I make them?
Am I moving at a fast or slow pace?
What timing is important to remember? 17

18. Writing about Movement and Characterisation
Jot down some statements which explain how you used movement today in your dance drama. Some examples have been provided for you.
Our group really focused on using levels to convey status. The leader was always on his feet whilst his minions were on their knees.
Our positioning was really important. We had to rehearse many times to ensure we all knew where we were to be and when. This was because the pace and rhythm was very fast and if we didn’t rehearse properly then we may have bumped into each other.

19. How will I know I am successful?
Jot down some ideas about creating fire below. Be as imaginative as possible. Remember to use appropriate vocabulary.
How will I know I am successful?
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20. Constructive criticism of another group
Notes on feedback from our audience . 20

21. The Hall of the Mountain King – Ending
Idea 1.
Idea 2.
Idea 3.
You must now all get together to share your ideas; discuss possible options; and select your final idea.
Final Idea: 21

22. Whole Class Performance
Character List
Mountain King:
Group of Children:
Trolls:
Fire:
Additional Characters: 22

23. Plot Notes
Beginning:
Middle:
End:
Adding Theatre Arts
For your performance next lesson, could you bring any props or costume that would add to your overall performance. Make notes below about who is bring what in.
What atmosphere do you want to create? (It may help you to think about who your audience might be. 23

24. Just a Few of the …

25. Class Assessment
In the following lesson you will be given a short assessment.
Section A will test you knowledge and understanding and section B will test your creativity and imagination.
This lesson we are going to spend some time preparing for your assessment.
Section A
For this section you should make sure you know and understand all of the new vocabulary you have been given. This means you should look over your introductory vocabulary, characterisation and movement notes.
It may be helpful to create flashcards or mind maps to help you memorise these new words and their meanings.
Section B
In Section B you will be given a stimulus and asked a series of questions about your ideas for drama based on that stimulus. You should aim to be as creative as possible. On the following page you will see and example of this. You should attempt this either in class or at home.
You can write your answers down on the lined page. 25

26. Look at the photograph and quotation below. Then answer the questions.
Look at the picture to the right. If you were to create a play about her life when would it be set? Where would you set it?
Using the stimulus to the right write down a suggestion for a storyline.
Beginning –
Middle –
End –
Look at the photograph and quotation below. Then answer the questions.
‘Sometimes I think he works too hard. He doesn’t play around anymore like he used to. He used to come home and fool around with us kids and watch TV with us, and stuff. He used to be friendly and nice then.‘
What is the relationship between the man in the photo and the person saying the quotation?
What would you consider to be the most important moment of your drama? Write in detail. 26

27. Assessment Notes
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28. Effort and Behaviour Notes
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