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The Classroom Resources

A library of resources for the drama classroom.

Theatre Terms Handout - Spanish

A comprehensive list of theatre terms, listed by general, personnel, types of theatre, styles of theatre, acting, ancient greek theatre, Shakespeare, improv, costume, stage management, lighting, sound, and makeup. Translated to Spanish.

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There are no small parts, only small choices

How can we keep every actor engaged? Give them something to explore, even if they only have one line. Do this exercise with your class or with your cast. Every actor can benefit from learning how to approach a single line.

# The Classroom # acting # analysis

This Class is too Big!

Try these strategies and games when dealing with a large class size.

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This Class is too Small!

Strategies and tips for dealing with a small class size.

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Thought of the Day

Use this list of 45 quotes for a 'thought of the day' activity with any drama class.

# The Classroom # reflection

Tongue Twisters in the Theatre Classroom

45 pages of tongue twisters and activities.

# The Classroom # group activities # games

Traditional Dramatic Structure

This handout explains traditional dramatic structure and includes a visual guide.

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Using Multiple Tactics

This resource provides a video example of multiple tactics to spark a discussion with your students.

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Using Social Media to Promote Your Drama Program

Tips from social media expert Stephanie Anderson on how to start promoting your drama program using social media.

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Uta Hagen's 9 Questions

In Respect for Acting, Uta identified 9 questions an actor should ask themselves as they prepare. It’s all about being as specific as possible. Introduce the 9 questions to your students, and use the included worksheet and reflection.

# The Classroom # acting # character development

Virtual Body Language

The goal of this distance learning exercise is to help students become more aware of their body language in the virtual classroom (both conscious and unconscious) and how it makes others perceive them. Students have to turn their cameras on to participate, but it is fairly low-risk as they will complete the movement portion as a group, and they don’t need to have their microphones on.

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What are the Structural Elements of a Script

This handout names and describes the structural elements of a script: character, objective, obstacle, tactics, and resolution.

# The Classroom # analysis # playwriting