Acting, Directing

Rudolf Laban’s down to earth approach can be used to beneficially develop character movement for young children through to adults.
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Books, Directing, Drama Clubs, Primary, Secondary, Shakespeare
A fascinating book which outlines a unique approach to teaching Shakespeare to children on the autistic spectrum.
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Download - Primary, Early Years, Primary
Explore familiar themes and characters through improvisation and role play.
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Books, Drama Clubs, Drama Games, Secondary

Perfect book for planning drama sessions for secondary students and above, with games and longer activities.
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Features, Theatre Companies
Practical exercises exploring the Forkbeard approach Through the Looking Glass To explain Forkbeard’s extraordinary melding of film and live performance, it is useful to show students extracts of their work. A good selection can be found on their DVD The...Read more
Features, Theatre Companies
Key productions Forkbeard Fantasy have produced dozens of shows ranging from On An Uncertain Insect to The Barbers of Surreal, The Brain and Frankenstein. Their plays grapple with big ideas, ranging from the history of cinema to genetic engineering and climate...Read more
Features, Theatre Companies
Key theory, ideas and practices Forkbeard Fantasy are pioneers of cross-artform multimedia theatre. Their subversive performances are a seemingly anarchic mix of film, animation, puppets, ludicrous costumes, mechanical sets and gothic vaudeville. Influenced by the...Read more
Acting, Directing and Devising, Download - Secondary, Features
Commedia dell’arte began in the marketplaces of 16th-century Europe as improvised theatre which was rude, funny and satirical.
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Drama Strategies
Action Clip is the perfect way to bring a freeze frame to life – with a clap of the hands!
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