Ideal for teaching in a traditional classroom rather than a studio. Six lesson scheme of work about Theatre Design. Each lesson focuses on one of four design elements - Lighting, Make-up, Costume and Set. Students are encouraged to draw, annotate and write about their design choices. There is a different play every lesson to encourage students to consider how different genres prompt the use of different techniques by designers. Lessons include: descriptions of 4 Theatre Design roles lists of key questions to consider when writing about design literacy puzzles to consolidate key subject language numeracy challenges inspired by managing a budget Summary of the ‘play of the day’ short script extracts annotation tasks homework research task.

PPT presentation detailing stand alone workshop on creating a horror play. Includes: *clearly defined objectives *list of key words associated with this genre. definitions of cliff hanger, tension and suspense *visual starter task linked to themes *features of a horror play *suggested plenary task using post it note

A stand alone workshop inspired by fireworks night. Includes: *clearly defined learning objectives *list of key words associated with the topic *spot the difference starter *context about Guy Fawkes *fireworks optical illusion *definitions of multi-role-play and body-prop *suggested plenary using post it notes NOTE, a class set of Arson About by Mark Wheeler is useful although the physical elements of the lesson can be achieved without thevscript

Classroom based scheme of work focused on using hobbies to design an Immersive Theatre experience for a paying audience. Students create concept, plan itinerary and write welcome speeches and monologues for the characters they invent before pitching their business to their classmates. Lessons include: PPT presentation for each lesson guiding students through tasks. Booklets for each lesson clear objectives literacy starters case studies such as London Dungeons and Dinosaurs in the Wild research homework tasks target cards Great for non option groups and can all be delivered in a traditional classroom environment.