Drama
Year 3 Drama
“We must all do drama to find out who we are and discover who we could be” – Augusto Boal
Drama is central to the cultural life at Thorpe House School, with pupils in all year groups given the chance to perform, be involved as a stage technician or as a member of the audience. We believe that Drama supports the learning of all students across all aspects of the curriculum and provides our boys with essential life skills they can utilise in school and beyond.
Lessons are taught practically, allowing boys to experiment, explore and work together to create performances and understand texts. Whilst it is important that the students do improve and hone their performance skills we place a lot of emphasis on the students developing skills for life, our main five being; Creativity, Communication, Empathy, Independence and Confidence. We embrace and encourage a sense of play throughout, but especially at KS2.
Facilities
Drama is taught by a specialist teacher in our hall. All classes benefit from a full lighting rig and sound equipment.
Autumn Term
Basic skills – Concentration, Control & Communication:
Drama Through Play -
Skill Building Games
Team Building Activities
Focus
Speaking in Front of an Audience
Spring Term
Poetry & Voice:
The Dentist & The Crocodile -
Narrative Voice
Character Voice
Emphasis & Pause
Pitch, Pace, Tone, Accent & Volume
Storytelling & Body:
Story Structure
Creating Stories
Dramatisation
Posture, Gesture, Mannerisms, Stance & Gait
Summer Term
Page to Stage: Roald Dahl:
Introduction to the Script
Understanding the Audition and Casting Process
Costume & Set Design
Rehearsal and Performance
