This 7-day unit plan introduces students to the art of theatre. Fantastic for a beginning middle school or freshman theatre class, the unit covers key elements, types of theatre, and encourages students to think about why theatre is important to society. The packet includes the lesson plan, fill in the blank notes for the students, a group matching activity, crossword puzzle, research chart, jeopardy review game and final assessment. Lessons could easily be spread over a 2-week period if needed