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Free Drama Teacher Toolkits

Free downloadable guides for theatre educators on stage makeup, classroom setup, theatre terms, advocacy, and more!

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Directing Your Peers: A Student Director's Toolkit

This student-friendly directing toolkit breaks down what it means to direct your peers.

Say Yes - Encouraging Participation in Middle School Toolkit

Getting middle schoolers to participate can feel like an uphill battle - self-consciousness and uncertainty often take centre stage. The Say Yes Toolkit gives you practical strategies, structures, and activities to help students feel supported, build trust, and overcome hesitation. Create a classroom environment where everyone feels confident enough to take risks, join in, and shine.

New Drama Teacher Survival Toolkit

From lesson planning to after-school rehearsals, your days are packed. This toolkit helps you cut through the chaos, focus on what matters, and build a strong foundation for your drama classroom.

Tech Toolbox Toolkit

Starting or revamping a tech program comes with a long must-have list—but are you missing key tools that boost safety and efficiency? Beyond the basics, the right equipment streamlines set construction and improves your shop. The Tech Toolbox Toolkit is your go-to guide for essential tools every tech theatre program needs. Don’t overlook game-changing additions!  Ready to upgrade? Download the toolkit today!

The Devising Theatre Toolkit

The Devising Theatre Toolkit gives you everything you need: a clear step-by-step framework, practical tips, and ready-to-use exercises to guide your students from brainstorming to performance with confidence.

The Stage Manager's Essentials Toolkit

Give your student stage managers the confidence and skills to keep your production running smoothly. With practical advice, clear task breakdowns, and ready-to-use templates, this toolkit makes stage management accessible, organized, and student-friendly.

The Script Analysis Toolkit

Help your students move beyond memorizing lines and start really understanding the play. With quick tips, actor-focused strategies, and ready-to-use templates, this toolkit makes script analysis simple, engaging, and hands-on.

New Drama Teacher Dictionary Toolkit

The New Drama Teacher Dictionary Toolkit is here to help you get comfortable with they key phrases and terminology you need, so you can confidently engage with your administration and peers.

Production Design on a Budget Toolkit

The Production Design on a Budget Toolkit is here to help. From script selection to creative design strategies and tips for sourcing affordable materials, this toolkit offers practical solutions to bring your production to life—without blowing your budget.

Pacing Toolkit

Struggling to keep your class on track? Pacing is key to smooth lessons and engaged students. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, this toolkit has everything you need to nail your pacing and make your classroom run like clockwork.

Back-to-School Toolkit

Finalizing materials, organizing your classroom, and prepping your performance space can be overwhelming. Don't worry! This toolkit has all the tips and tools you need to start the school year right. Dive in and get ready!

New Drama Teacher Toolkit

Download this amazing drama teacher resource now!

Classroom Set-up Toolkit

This Classroom Set-up Toolkit looks at three fundamental elements of a properly set up classroom: • The physical classroom  • Teaching/classroom materials  • The production classroom 

Stage Make-up in the Classroom Toolkit

• Fundamental stage makeup techniques.  • Tips for creating convincing old-age makeup.  • Must-have stage makeup resources.  • Clean-up tips & procedures. 

Theatrical Timelines Toolkit

Use this valuable resource to walk you through the timeline of How, What, and When for all your school-based productions.

Competition Toolkit

Theatre festivals and competitions do more than showcase talent—they strengthen your program, expand your students’ theatre knowledge, and build lasting connections.  From preparation to performance and beyond, discover key strategies to make the most of your competition experience. Set your students up for success and celebrate the power of theatre on a bigger stage!  Ready to take the leap? Start planning today!

Advocacy Toolkit

Discover proven strategies to advocate for your students, productions, and program. Learn how to communicate your value to administrators, build long-term support, and turn skeptics into champions of your work.  Your program deserves the spotlight—start advocating today!