Advocacy Articles for Drama Teachers

Every drama teacher knows that advocating for their students, programs, and productions is essential. Even the most successful programs can be misunderstood or undervalued. The first step is...

As theatre teachers, we know that drama classes are important, but when schools and students are faced with challenging times, the value of those classes is often questioned. Complicated issues...

The drama classroom is a unique space with tremendous potential for allyship and advocacy. It’s often a haven for students who feel “othered” in more traditional school environments, especially...

“"The arts are a very human way of making life more bearable." — Kurt Vonnegut” Hey, drama teachers! Want to get students thinking about why they’re in your class? Let’s start with this powerful...

Every drama teacher learns that sooner or later they will have to advocate for their students, programs, or productions. No matter how amazing or successful your drama program may be, there will...

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 deal...

Whether your drama program is just starting out or it’s well established, it’s important to keep a record of your theatrical achievements. Your drama portfolio should consist of a digital and...

What is the difference between marketing and advertising? Marketing is the process of identifying potential customers and getting them interested in your product or service — in this case, the show...

There are many reasons to get into teaching theatre. Whether it comes from a love of teaching or a love of theatre, it’s important to take a deep breath and enjoy the journey. Learn from the...

Advocacy is at the heart of any successful drama program. Your administration needs to know that you are doing valuable and important work in your classroom, and that you, your students, and your...

Whenever you receive a new list of students for your upcoming drama class (or classes), you aren’t just about to teach X number of students – you’re also going to be dealing with many (or most) of...

Dramatic events are absolutely fantastic for reaching out into the community, fundraising, raising awareness for various causes, and having a great time while you’re at it. If your school has a...

Students nowadays are more connected, aware, and tech-savvy than ever before. Yet, with all that connection and knowledge, students are hyper-aware of their insecurities, their desires not only to...

It takes a community to create a great production, and theatrical performances would not exist without the time, skills, and talents of dedicated crew members. From costumes and props to sound and...

So, you’ve decided to produce a play at your school this year. You’ve considered all the possibilities of shows to produce and have made a great selection. You have a vision for the show and have...

Drama is one of the few classes that teachers real world skills. This is something that every drama teacher knows well. You know this. Despite resistance you may receive from parents,...

In an age of seemingly endless assessments of our students’ ability to critically read and analyze literature, there is a dire need for them to experience a variety of texts in a variety of formats...

““There are two ways of spreading light – to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.” ~Edith Wharton” I was very lucky growing up where I did. I grew up in North Bay, Ontario, Canada....