Shortened Shakespeare
Recommended shortened versions of Shakespeare playscripts for children and young people to perform.
Read moreDrama Across the Curriculum
Drama strategies can be used as everyday teaching tools for a wide range of subjects. (Extract from ‘Learning Through Drama in the Primary Years’).
Read moreTeaching Literacy Through Drama
Drama is a close ally in the development of literacy, especially speaking and listening.
Read moreThe Drama Club by Mark Wheeller and Clive Hulme
Mark Wheeller’s account of his reluctant foray into leading a Junior Drama Club.
Read moreWorld War One Drama Sessions
I’ve just read some incredible writing by children from a primary school in Norfolk. I’ve been running drama workshops recently for The Forum, Norwich.
Read moreWho, What, Where?
Learn the three key elements of improvisation by acting out a short scene.
Read moreTwo New Drama Games Books
Two fantastic new drama games books from the Nick Hern series – well worth a look! Katharine Zachest has produced another winner for the Nick Hern Drama Games series, containing 40 clear lesson plans for children aged 3 and up. Although there are many games, the...Read moreDrama Games for Rehearsals
Delightful creative approaches for developing a production, whether a budding director or experienced actor.
Read moreDrama Games for Young Children
Forty lesson plans for those wishing to develop dramatic role-play, characterisation, exploration of emotions and themes with young children.
Read moreTeach Drama: How to Make a Living as a Freelance Drama Teacher
Down-to-earth practical advice for those who would like to work as a freelance drama teacher.
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