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Fun Intro to Shakespeare: Guessing Game, Trivia, Research, Language, Quotes
Many students are intimidated by Shakespeare because of the difficult language. This 2-3 day introduction to Shakespeare gives students a chance to get comfortable with Shakespeare’s language and learn about life in Elizabethan England. This introduction requires no teaching on the part of the teacher. It consists of a fun guessing activity, research worksheet, and student-lead learning about life in Shakespeare’s time.1)Introduction activity (1 class period /4 pages/ language, trivia, and resea
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8th - 11th
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Emergency Sub Plan Lin Manuel Miranda Hamilton Performer Composer Middle Grades
Need something for a substitute to teach? Here's a close reading lesson to re-energize your class 1 l/2 days in length! Talk about making it easy on yourself, huh? This biography (formatted like a newspaper) about the performing artist Lin Manuel Miranda of Hamilton fame, is suitable for middle and high school students and can be used as a stand alone lesson or with other biographies. Each lesson in the Places Please series is tailored to the strengths of that particular artist. BEST SELLERS
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7th - 9th
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Also included in: Theater Class Emergency Sub Plan Bundle One Month in Length
Drama Lesson And Unit |Set Design High School PLUS Choice Boards! Design Concept
PART OF A BUNDLE Do have some reluctant students? Try technical theater with them! This 8 day unit explains the history of set design, the process of of the designer, how to use metaphor in design and have an opportunity to create a set design and model. They develop a keen eye for what makes a distinctive design and learn how to critique their peer's work as well. Plus, they are expected to read a play or musical. There is a Google Classroom version of this as well at: Set Design High School
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8th - 11th
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Theatre History Unit - 3 to 4 Weeks of Research, Presentation, and Performances
You’ve always wanted to teach a theatre history unit, but you’ve never really found a great way to teach it. Students seem uninterested or not invested in learning about theatre history. Look no further than this 3 to 4 week Theatre History Unit!This unit give you the flexibility to complete it in 3 standard weeks or use the 4 week enhanced version to dig even deeper into theatre history with your students. In this unit, you will guide your students through fun and engaging activities to teach y
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9th - 12th
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Broadway Musical Group Research Project
This is a week-long project your kids will love! Students work in groups to research a Broadway musical of their choice. They work together to create a poster and presentation to share their information with the rest of the class. This download includes detailed teacher instructions/scoring guide, student instruction sheets, and a "group evaluation" page for students to fill out after they make their presentations. Students take a lot of ownership over their projects because they are in char
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5th - 12th
Careers in Theatre - Drama - Research Project
This Careers in Theatre Research Project will allow students to demonstrate an understanding of the broader world of drama and theatre by identifying and describing the roles and responsibilities of key theatre personnel. In groups, students will be assigned to research one of the following key theatre careers:ActorDirectorLighting or Sound TechnicianProducerSet or Costume DesignerStage ManagerThey will then create and present a PowerPoint or Google Slides presentation, answering a series of qu
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4th - 8th
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Shoe Box Set Design Project with Rubric and Sample Project Photos!
How It Works:Students can pick any movie or television show and they are asked to recreate a scene from it inside a cardboard box as accurately as possible. They can use any materials they have access to in order to create their set design. This product comes with editable instructions for students, a sample project photo, and a rubric!
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5th - 12th
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Emergency Theatre Sub Plan! Viola Davis Biography Newspaper Format
Here's a low prep close reading lesson to re-energize your class 1 to 2 days in length! This biography (formatted like a newspaper) about the Tony, Grammy, Emmy and Oscar winner Viola Davis, is suitable for middle and high school students. Student study her life, education, triumphs and failures as well as her journey to Broadway and movies. It and can be used as a stand alone lesson or with other biographies. Each lesson in the Places Please series is tailored to the strengths of that particu
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7th - 9th
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Also included in: Theater Class Emergency Sub Plan Bundle One Month in Length
51 People in Theatre Classroom Decor Printable Posters Full Set
50 illustrations and bios of 51 (I couldn't separate Rodgers and Hammerstein!) People in Theatre all students should know! Use these in your presentations, to inspire research projects, or put them on your wall as decor. Formatted to print on 8.5x11 paper so all you have to do is hit print and you are ready to go.
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6th - 12th
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Shakespeare's Globe Theater - An Introduction for Kids
Introduce students to Shakespeare’s Globe Theater, then have them complete a worksheet, write fun facts cards, and create a paper model to remember what they have learned. Several books, magazines, and websites are included in a resource list to help teachers teach about the Globe Theater to students. These materials are geared for 3rd-5th graders but could be used as low-end differentiation for middle school students as well. There are enough materials here to cover two to three 45-minute cl
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3rd - 8th
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Black History Month Biography Assignments Ebook Grades 6-8 Black Culture
This insightful and inspiring eBook delves into the rich history of Black Americans and their significant contributions to the world of theater and entertainment. This comprehensive guide celebrates the accomplishments and enduring legacy of influential Black actors who have broken barriers, challenged stereotypes, and paved the way for future generations. Through series of questions about each artist's life, students research and takes notes about the artist life in their personal historical co
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7th - 9th
Also included in: Customized Theater Units for High School
Musical Theatre Poster Research Project
Students research a currently running musical, answer a variety of questions about it, then create a poster to advertise it with that information. Connects students to what is currently running on Broadway and makes them aware of where they find out about the newest shows! You can end it with a gallery walk or presentations to the class.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤Feedback and Followers:If you enjoy my products, please leave a review! It helps other teachers find these resources more q
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: The Whole Enchilada: Everything In The Store!
Emergency Sub Plans For Theater James Earl Jones Biography Newspaper Format
Here's a low prep close reading lesson to re-energize your class 1 to 2 days in length! Talk about making it easy on yourself, huh? This biography (formatted like a newspaper) about the actor James Earl Jones of Star Wars fame, is suitable for middle and high school students and can be used as a stand alone lesson or with other biographies. There's even possibilities for differentiation! Each lesson in the Places Please series is tailored to the strengths of that particular artist. Take a w
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7th - 9th
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Also included in: Theater Class Emergency Sub Plan Bundle One Month in Length
MASK MAKING | Intro to Mask History
Educator-created MASK MAKING | Intro to Mask History, with visual examples this Presentation explores the history of the Egyptian, Greek, African, Native American, Chinese, Italian and Mardi Gras Mask traditions, discussing their purpose and aesthetics. INCLUDES Link to Behind the mask documentary (9 mins) SEE Mask Making for Performers Assignments | MY MUA Resource for 3 assignment briefs, one covering this specifc.Most importantly view YOUTUBE video in order to see content in this resource a
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9th - 11th
Also included in: Makeup STAGE THEATRE Drama | Costume Mask Making | FULL YEAR Mega Bundle
Julius Caesar Pre-Reading Activity: Web Quest
This internet based pre-reading activity teaches students about Shakespeare, historical setting, key concepts etc to do with the play and the Roman Empire. It also includes a paragraph response with two writing topics.
It is suitable to leave for Supply Teachers. It has a RUBRIC included for quick and easy marking.
MS Word. Editable.
It is a fun activity that students enjoy getting into. Don't forget to book the Computer Lab!
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7th - 12th
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Drama: Theatre History Web Quest
Introduce your students to the history of theatre through this fun web quest booklet! Students will learn about the earliest acts of drama, and consider what it takes for acting to become theatre. The web quest will take students from 600 BC with the Ancient Greeks, to Romans, Medieval Theatre, and ending with the Renaissance in the 17th century. At the end of their research, students will complete a reflection page based on what they have discovered during their web quest. There is an answer ke
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7th - 10th
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Psychological Disorders in Shakespeare's Plays (CCSS Aligned)
This 4-Part Project-Based (PBL) Unit requires students to read Romeo & Juliet, Hamlet (or any other Shakespearean tragedy) and analyze the characters. In groups of three or four, students research and compose a documented essay (in MLA or APA format) on psychological disorders, focusing on symptoms. Then, as they read a Shakespearean tragedy, they look at the characterization for each character to determine which characters exhibit the symptoms of the disorder. Finally, students write an ana
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9th - 12th
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Echo, 2016 Newbery Honor Book, by Pam Munoz Ryan
Echo is a symphony of four stories. The introduction is a fantasy. The others are historical fiction, all connected by one musical instrument whose power saddens, comforts, revives, cheers, rejoices, and provides hope in the hands that hold it.
The Introduction, a fantasy, begins in Germany, fifty years before the war to end all wars.
In 1933, fifteen years later in the same country, the second story begins. Young Friedrich Schmitt and his family find themselves threatened by the rise of Na
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5th - 7th
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World Theater Drama Research - World Cultures Greek Theater Noh Kabuki
The World Theatre Research Presentation Project is a perfect way to introduce students to the following world theaters: Greek Theatre, Noh, Chinese Opera, and Kabuki! Students will learn the history of each world theatre while exploring the following unique aspects:✅History, Origin, and Types of Stage✅Summary or Description✅Characters, Costume, Makeup✅Unique Facts and Influence on SocietyThe World Theatre Research Project includes the following:Access to an attractive Google Site featuring image
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7th - 10th
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Handouts to be used with "The Mousetrap" and seven great Agatha Christie plays
I was looking for a way to bring Agatha Christie's work into my classroom, but I didn't have three weeks to cover a whole book. I quickly turned to her plays, and I was so, so satisfied. I worked with three of her classics: "The Witness for the Prosecution", "Ten Little Indians", and "Towards Zero". This was the perfect way to bring a masterful storyteller and her work into the classroom just before we all went on spring break.
If you think this sounds like an experience you would like to emul
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: End of the Year Grade 12 Bundle (Agatha Christie Edition)
Theater of Acting Unit| The Konstantin Stanislavski Acting Method
Who is the father of acting? Introduce your high school theater students to the groundbreaking techniques of Konstantin Stanislavski with this engaging theater unit. This compact yet comprehensive curriculum simplified for high school students is tailored to captivate young actors and help them unlock their full potential on stage.Features:Deep Dive into Stanislavski's World: This unit takes students on a captivating journey into the life and work of Konstantin Stanislavski, helping them under
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10th - 12th
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Also included in: Theater of Acting Stanislavski Strasberg Adler GROWING Bundle Drama
The Ultimate Theatre Bundle
This bundle covers a variety of topics related to the performing arts. Students learn about the history of theatre, acting techniques, stagecraft, directing, and playwriting. They also explore different theatre genres, such as comedy, tragedy, musicals, and more. In addition to learning about the theoretical aspects of theatre, students participate in practical exercises such as improvisation, scene work, and character development. Overall, this bundle provides students with a well-rounded educa
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
EMERGENCY SUB PLAN: Theatre Reflects Life with "Newsies"
Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of theatre as a reflection of life in particular times, places, and culture by writing an article from the journalist’s point of view after watching Newsies the Musical.
This is a great sub plan or emergency plan for theatre and history teachers.
This file includes two handouts:
Learning Objectives
Observation Questions
Thoughtful Discussion Questions
Creative writing from the point of view of one of the characters.
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5th - 12th
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Chinese New Year Activity Bundle - Lunar New Year Research - 2024 Update
This Chinese New Year Research Unit Bundle includes detailed instructions, a 5-day lesson plan, four editable research guides, two reader's theater scripts, a crossword puzzle, and an editable 54-slide PowerPoint trivia game. All answer keys provided.INCLUDED IN THIS CHINESE NEW YEAR RESEARCH BUNDLEIndividual links for each resource in this bundle:3-Day Research Activity + Crossword PuzzleReader's Theater Script: "The Race for the Zodiac"Reader's Theater Script: "Ting Ting and the Monster Nian"C
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4th - 7th
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