This comprehensive drama scheme introduces students to four influential theatre practitioners through an engaging mix of practical exploration, theoretical understanding, and performance-based learning. Designed specifically for Year 9 students as a bridge to GCSE Drama, the unit builds skills in style, form, analysis, collaboration, and creative risk-taking.
Structured across eight detailed lessons (two per practitioner), this resource pack offers a powerful and accessible introduction to theatrical styles including Naturalism, Epic Theatre, Theatre of Cruelty, and Physical Theatre. Each lesson is fully resourced, with a clear plug-and-play format requiring no additional preparation.
What’s Included
Full Unit Overview with learning objectives, keywords, and assessment links
Eight detailed lesson plans covering:
Stanislavski: Truth in Performance, Subtext and Realism
Brecht: Epic Theatre, Message and Device
Artaud: Sensory Expressionism, Audience Provocation
Frantic Assembly: Physical Theatre, Ensemble Storytelling
Learner-facing PowerPoint presentations for every lesson
Practitioner Fact Sheets for student use or classroom display
End-of-Unit Written Exam (varied question types and styles)
Essential classroom resources:
Given Circumstances Grid
Magic If Scenarios
Subtext Scene Prompts
Chair Duet Starters
Gestus & Placard Challenges
Group Devising Stimuli
Curriculum Links
Ideal for Key Stage 3 Drama
Strong preparation for GCSE-style drama components
Supports written and practical skill development
Cross-links to English: analysis, interpretation, and character exploration
Teacher Benefits:
Ready to use in the classroom or online
Differentiation opportunities embedded
Clear scaffolding for performance and analysis tasks
Suitable for mixed-ability groups
Encourages student-led exploration and creative confidence
Recommended For:
Year 9 Drama
Pre-GCSE foundation work
Drama enrichment programs
High-ability Key Stage 3 classes
Performing Arts cover or practitioner exploration units
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