A dual-purpose Drama and English resource for mastering Given Circumstances. Includes study grids, essay tasks, performance notes, and case studies for An Inspector Calls, Macbeth, DNA, and more.
This powerful toolkit supports students in both Drama and English by helping them explore Given Circumstances across performance and analytical contexts.
Perfect for KS3–KS4 and GCSE/IGCSE learners, it includes:
-Editable GC Grid Template
-Essay Planning and Quote Analysis Sheets
-Contextual Linking + Performance Prep
-Character Evolution Timeline
-3 Tiers of Tasks: Written, Essay, Performance
-Pre-filled studies for An Inspector Calls, Macbeth, Blood Brothers, DNA, A View from the Bridge
-Flashcards, model answers, and visual analysis tables
Ideal for:
Devising & script work
Exam preparation
Close reading & literary analysis
Performance interpretation and rehearsal planning
Created by the High-Performance Drama Studio, this resource blends high-level thinking with accessible structure. A must-have cross-curricular tool for every Drama or English classroom.
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