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Introduction to Theatre Lighting – Classroom Lesson Pack

Description:
This ready-to-use lesson provides a simple and engaging introduction to lighting design in theatre. It is designed for drama teachers and non-specialists alike, requiring no specialist equipment - just basic classroom items like torches and colored filters. The lesson explores how lighting creates mood, atmosphere, and storytelling in performance.

What’s Included:

• A complete PowerPoint presentation introducing students to some key lighting concepts
• Printable handouts including terminology matching exercises and reflection sheets
• Interactive team challenges:
  • Lighting terminology memory game
  • Practical experiments with angles and shadows
  • Color and emotion exploration activity
  • Creative lighting design task for different scenes
• A quick quiz to reinforce learning

Key Features:

• Requires only basic classroom equipment (torches, colored plastic/materials)
• Clear instructions suitable for both specialists and non-specialists
• Encourages teamwork and creative problem-solving
• Complements other theatre design lessons (set, costumes, sound)
• Works well with introductory lessons about theatre roles and responsibilities

Ideal for KS3/KS4 Drama classes or as part of an Introduction to Theatre unit. This digital download provides everything needed for an engaging, hands-on lesson about the power of lighting in performance.

File Format: PowerPoint with accompanying PDF handouts
Duration: 60-75 minute lesson
Age Range: 11-16 years