Offering a wide range of fun and interactive Drama teaching resources for KS1-5 pupils, which are all tried-and-tested in both private and state sector schools. Over 24 years experience in the UK and internationally as an Educator, Director, Writer and Actor. Feel free to get in touch for more details: phil.brooks@hotmail.co.uk
Offering a wide range of fun and interactive Drama teaching resources for KS1-5 pupils, which are all tried-and-tested in both private and state sector schools. Over 24 years experience in the UK and internationally as an Educator, Director, Writer and Actor. Feel free to get in touch for more details: phil.brooks@hotmail.co.uk
*Looking to freshen up your Year 7 to 9 Drama curriculum planning for next academic year and beyond?
*Starting a Drama department from scratch?
*Teaching Drama for the first time and searching for some much-needed inspiration?
If the answer is YES to any of the above, check out my extensive tried-and-tested resource bundle of 15 schemes, which will provide you with excellent curriculum material for the full academic year across the whole of Key Stage 3.
All schemes come with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources - no planning is needed, you are ready to go!
The extra bonus is an effective assessment criteria and target-setting tool, which offers you a clear and consistent structure to support all schemes.
Here is a guide for how these schemes could be divided up across your KS3 curriculum:
YEAR 7
Having Fun With Masks
Greek Theatre
Ernie’s Incredible Illucinations
Macbeth
Pantomime
Darkwood Manor
YEAR 8
Characterisation and Improvisation
Silent Movies
Twelfth Night
Advert Theatre
Commedia D’el Arte
Addiction to Technology
YEAR 9
Blood Brothers
Romeo and Juliet
“Let Him Have It!”: The Case of Craig and Bentley
(Year 9 schemes are term-long - 10 to 12 lessons)
A 6-week Greek Theatre scheme of work, exploring chorus, masks and myths.
This scheme comes complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
This resource pack includes:
Scheme of work
Powerpoints
Unit overview
Lesson planning
Assessment criteria levels (2-5)
Assessment guide
Cover lesson pack
Myth narratives
Review:- Great resource - highly appreciate this. Very detailed. Thank you!
Explore the classic play BLOOD BROTHERS by Willy Russell, using this extensive Drama resource pack which investigates in detail all the key characters and plot sequences, along with the cultural, historical and social contexts of the story.
The scheme comes complete with 10 detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning needed - it is ready to go!
This tried-and-tested pack includes…
Lesson powerpoints (10 lessons)
Digital pupil workbook
Scheme of work (20+ lessons)
Coursework checklist
Project evaluation
Review 1: Great resource for Ernie full scheme of work. Very helpful creator answering questions promptly on others topics, will purchase again.
Review 2: Nice SOW that links well to Key Stage 3 skills and activities. Ernie’s Illucinations is a classic short script that is engaging and fun.
Explore the classic play, ERNIE’S INCREDIBLE ILLUCINATIONS by Alan Ayckbourn, using this extensive Drama resource pack which investigates all the key characters, scenarios and themes.
All lessons come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
This tried-and-tested scheme includes 10 lessons…
Lesson 1:- Introduction and Opening scene (Characterisation and Status)
Lesson 2:- Soldiers and Slow Motion (Action and Slow Motion)
Lesson 3:- Fairground Barkers (Exaggeration and Enthusiasm)
Lesson 4:- Auntie May and the Fairground (Atmosphere and Slow Motion)
Lesson 5:- Mid-Term Reflection (Skills Audit)
Lesson 6:- The Library (Transitions and Reality vs Fantasy)
Lesson 7:- The End (Reflection and Improvisation)
Lesson 8:- Create-your-own-Illucination (Improvisation and Genre)
Lesson 9:- News Report (Addressing the Audience and Transitions)
Lesson 10:- End of Term Reflection (Topic review)
Explore the true story of Christopher Craig and Derek Bentley, using this extensive Drama resource pack which investigates in detail all the key characters, scenarios and themes.
All lessons come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
This tried-and-tested scheme of work includes…
Lesson 1: Death Penalty: Defend It, Mend It or End It?
Lesson 2: Craig & Bentley – The first meeting
Lesson 3: Colombian Hypnosis – On the roof
Lesson 4: Police interview
Lesson 5: Flashback – Court room
Lesson 6: Movement sequence
Lesson 7: Monologues
Lessons 8-10: Final performance planning, rehearsing and performing
Welcome to a perfect compliment for the Darkwood Manor story!
Full of interesting activities, voice-overs and spine-chilling music; these detailed powerpoints and videos will take your delivery of Darkwood Manor to the next level and help further establish the gothic tone.
During remote learning in 2020, I created videos to introduce each upcoming lesson, which inspired the story of Darkwood to go in new and interesting directions, especially at a time when we could not be face-to-face. It was an excellent tool for engaging pupils in an innovative way and each week they started the lesson excited to hear what was coming next - hope you like them.
This scheme comes complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed, you are ready to go!
Review - ‘This is a fantastic resource!!! Kids are loving it! Would 100% recommend!!’
Thinking about how to approach teaching PANTOMIME? It’s behind you!
This tried-and-tested 6 week Drama scheme of work is designed to introduce your pupils to this fun performance style.
All lessons come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed - you are ready to go!
This pack includes:
Powerpoints
Lesson plans
Cover lesson activities
Self Assessment form
2 x 6-page Pantomime scripts (Cinderella and Little Red Riding Hood)
Review - “This is the second script bought from Phil. A fantastic resource that is well written and easy to adapt too, if needed. Great value and would recommend for anyone looking to put on a staff or pupil performance.”
Are you looking for an end of term performance which your pupils and teachers will love?!
This short 6-page / 11 character Cinderella script was originally written as a staff pantomime production, however it could easily be performed by a group of young actors as part of a presentation evening and/or Drama Club.
Lots of fun for actors and audience is guaranteed - enjoy! :)
CHARACTER LIST
Narrator
Cinderella
Buttons
Baron Hard-up
Wicked Stepmother (Lady Grim)
Ugly Sisters (Nausea and Diptheria)
Fairy Godmother
Prince Charming
Dandini
Herald
If possible, please purchase the School Licence - this will allow you to share with colleagues and print unlimited copies for performers. Thank you.
Are you looking for an end of term performance which your pupils and teachers will love?!
This short 7-page / 8 character Jack and the Beanstalk script was originally written as a staff pantomime production, however it could easily be performed by a group of young actors as part of a presentation evening and/or Drama Club.
Lots of fun for actors and audience is guaranteed - enjoy! :)
CHARACTER LIST
Narrator
Jack
Jack’s Mother
Old Man
Giant
Giant’s Wife
Magic Harp
Golden Goose
If possible, please purchase the School Licence - this will allow you to share with colleagues and print unlimited copies for performers. Thank you.
Explore the classic SILENT MOVIE genre using this 8-week Drama powerpoint resource pack, which investigates in detail all the key aspects of what made silent movies so popular 100 years ago.
This scheme comes complete with detailed powerpoints and assessment rubric, so no planning needed, it’s ready to go!
Lesson 1:- Introduction
Lesson 2:- Stock Characters
Lesson 3:- Planning
Lesson 4&5:- Filming
Lesson 6:- Sales Pitches
Lesson 7:- Movie Premieres
Lesson 8:- Extension Task
A 5-week Commedia scheme of work, exploring the history, characters and themes of this classic and fun Italian style of theatre.
All lessons come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
Lesson 1:- Stock Characters
Lesson 2:- Cross Talk
Lesson 3:- Lazzi
Lesson 4:- Masks from around the World
Lesson 5:- Final assessment
This extensive tried-and-tested pack includes:
Lesson Powerpoints
Character list
Scenario list
Cover lesson activity
Are you looking to create a clear, concise and effective assessment criteria for your KS3 Drama curriculum? If so, this resource pack will provide you with the perfect framework you need to offer structure and direction for both you and your pupils.
Included in this resource pack is the following:
Assessment framework for Years 7-9 (adaptable, depending on which year groups you teach and when pupils start Drama).
Drama workbooks for Years 7-9. Differentiated for specific year groups and editable, depending on year groups you teach and exam boards you work with (specific to Year 9 in preparation for GCSE).
The assessment framework can also be used as a target-setting tool, where pupils termly or half-termly use their workbooks to review their progress and to offer another level of inter-activity, they can use a passport-sized photo to move around the framework display board (preferably on show in each classroom) as and when they achieve each set target.
For more information and/or guidance, feel free to contact me on phil.brooks@hotmail.co.uk
TES Shop: /teaching-resources/shop/PhilBrooks78
Review - I purchased the Red Riding Hood panto script and used it as a scripted performance with my year 10s. Everyone loved it. Well written, funny and clever. 100% recommend!
Are you looking for an end of term performance which your pupils and teachers will love?!
This short 6-page / 9 character Little Red Riding Hood script was originally written as a staff pantomime production, however it could easily be performed by a group of young actors as part of a presentation evening and/or Drama Club.
Lots of fun for actors and audience is guaranteed - enjoy! :)
CHARACTER LIST
Narrator
Mrs Hood
Wolf
Red Riding Hood
Woodcutter
Robin Hood
Witch
Grandma Hood
Goldilocks
If possible, please purchase the School Licence - this will allow you to share with colleagues and print unlimited copies for performers. Thank you.
Explore the theme of SUPER HEROES and VILLAINS, using this 6-week Drama powerpoint resource pack, which includes activities and assessment opportunities:
All lessons come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
Lesson 1:- What is a Super Hero?
Lesson 2:- Super Hero Steve poem
Lesson 3:- Super origins
Lesson 4:- Hero and Villain showdown
Lesson 5:- Super Villain monologue - developing/rehearsing
Lesson 6:- Super Villain monologue - rehearsing/performing
This one hour adapted script of Nikolai Gogol’s classic ‘The Government Inspector’ provides you with a reduced interpretation (approximately an hour performance time) that is ideal for actors aged 11 and above - I recently directed this with my Year 7 class.
If possible, please purchase the School Licence - this will allow you to share with colleagues and print unlimited copies for performers. Thank you.
18 pages and 28 speaking roles.
Mayor
Councillor A
Councillor B
Councillor C
Councillor D
Councillor E
Councillor F
Traffic Director
Driver
Health Director
Patient
Education Director
Child
Stranger
Servant
Waiter
Bob
Dob
Bartender
Band Member 1
Band Member 2
Band Member 3
Hotel Manager
Anna, Mayor’s Wife
Maria, Mayor’s Daughter
News Reporter
Town Crier
Government Inspector
Looking ahead to September?
Setting up your own department curriculum from scratch?
Teaching Drama for the first time and need some help??
If so and you teach DRAMA (primarily KS3), check out these complete tried-and-tested SOWs for all years groups from 7 to 9.
You can find the supporting powerpoints and other resources for some of these schemes on my TES Shop, with more coming online soon: /teaching-resources/shop/PhilBrooks78
Enjoy!
Explore the World of Shakespeare in Your Drama Lessons!
This comprehensive Shakespeare resource pack offers a wide range of engaging and interactive materials designed to captivate young learners and bring the Bard’s works to life on stage. This extensive collection includes:
🎭 Detailed Schemes of Work:
Dive deep into the heart of Shakespeare with fully planned and resourced schemes of work for Romeo and Juliet, Twelfth Night, and Macbeth. Each scheme includes:
Extensive PowerPoint presentations
Supporting worksheets and activities
Opportunities for performance, discussion, and creative exploration
🎭 One-Act and 10-Minute Scripts:
Introduce your students to Shakespeare’s greatest works in an accessible and dynamic way with a selection of short, performance-ready scripts. These condensed adaptations of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, and Twelfth Night are perfect for rehearsals, assemblies, and class performances, offering opportunities to explore character, language, and stagecraft.
🧠 Shakespeare-Themed Quizzes:
Test your students’ knowledge and understanding with two exciting Shakespeare quizzes, designed to reinforce key themes, characters, and plots while adding an element of fun and competition to your lessons.
Whether you’re exploring tragic love, magical mischief, or comic confusion, these resources ensure your students develop a deep understanding and appreciation of Shakespeare’s timeless tales. Perfect for Key Stage 2 and 3 learners, these materials provide everything needed to engage, challenge, and inspire!
Looking to refresh your Key Stage 2 Drama curriculum planning for the next academic year and beyond?
Setting up your own Drama department from scratch?
Teaching Drama for the first time and looking for some much-needed inspiration??
If the answer is YES to any of the above, check out this extensive tried-and-tested scheme resource bundle which will provide you with excellent material for the full academic year across the whole of Key Stage 2. The extra bonus is an effective assessment criteria, which offers a clear and consistent structure to support all schemes.
All schemes come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
Matilda
Darkwood Manor
Rainforests
The Iron Man
Kensuke’s Kingdom
Ancient Egyptians
Ancient Romans
KS2 Drama Assessment Criteria and Target-Setting pack
