Classroom Management

How do your students act when you’re not there? Do you dread getting feedback from a substitute? Here are five tips to set your students up for success with a substitute teacher.  1. Try to keep...

No matter what subject you teach, unacceptable behaviours can be found in every classroom. Because of how theatre classes are structured, some of these challenges may be more prevalent in the drama...

It might happen in rehearsal, before an improvised scene, or just before a student is about to step onstage — the student freezes, panics, or shuts down, and the words “I can’t do this” fall from...

Students in drama classrooms get distracted just like any other students. Even though our classrooms are more active and engaged, distractions can still throw off our lessons. So what do you do...

Every student learns differently. Some do well when they can listen and take notes, some prefer visuals to make sense of information, some like to read articles and books about different topics,...

Teaching multiple grade levels in the same class is fairly common in elementary school, but is also becoming more and more prevalent in high school. You might be growing a new theatre program at...

The beginning of a new term is a busy time: getting to know your students, establishing classroom routines, building trust, and creating an ensemble mindset. While it may not be as fun and...

Welcome to our video series, Calling All Theatre Teachers! In this series we’re going to answer questions that drama teachers have about stepping into a theatre program. QUESTION: This is my first...

Welcome to our video series, Calling All Theatre Teachers! In this series we’re going to answer questions that drama teachers have about stepping into a theatre program. QUESTION: What kind of...

Welcome to our video series, Calling All Theatre Teachers! In this series we’re going to answer questions that drama teachers have about stepping into a theatre program. QUESTION: Is it better to...

Giving (and oftentimes receiving!) feedback isn’t always easy, but it’s necessary in the drama classroom to grow and improve students’ skills. However, feedback can be given with a sense of trust...

As theatre educators, we pour our hearts into what we do. But sometimes, it’s our students who surprise us with the most meaningful lessons. Whether it’s a simple “thank you,” an unexpected...

Drama classes are chaotic by design. A good drama class should be an active and energetic environment where students are exploring and creating with their peers. That means groups of students...

The Emergency Lesson Plans: Middle School Drama Class Task Sheets resource is specifically designed for the middle school drama teacher. Everything you need is at your finger tips: task sheets with...

Welcome to our video series, Calling All Theatre Teachers! In this series we’re going to answer questions that drama teachers have about stepping into a theatre program. QUESTION: How do I find a...

Welcome to our video series, Calling All Theatre Teachers! In this series we’re going to answer questions that drama teachers have about stepping into a theatre program. QUESTION: What are the...

Classroom management looks a little different in the drama room than in other classes. However, laying a solid foundation for discipline is imperative for you and your students so you can all work...

Drama classrooms come in a huge variety of sizes and styles. You may have a fabulous auditorium with a giant storage closet, a dedicated drama classroom, a shared space, or you may not have a...