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Higher education drama research
The Ultimate Theatre Bundle
This bundle covers a variety of topics related to the performing arts. Students learn about the history of theatre, acting techniques, stagecraft, directing, and playwriting. They also explore different theatre genres, such as comedy, tragedy, musicals, and more. In addition to learning about the theoretical aspects of theatre, students participate in practical exercises such as improvisation, scene work, and character development. Overall, this bundle provides students with a well-rounded educa
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Shakespeare's Hamlet: Full Unit Bundle (Quizzes, Close Reading, 3 Exams + More)
William Shakespeare's famous tragic play, Hamlet, weaves a tale of love, revenge, and mistrust while following the story of Prince Hamlet as he attempts to seek justice following his father's murder.This full unit bundle has it all: close reading lessons, reading guides, quizzes, poetry, exams, + so much more! The bundle covers about 8-10 weeks of learning.What's IncludedPre-Reading Activity and Lecture Slideshow (2 day lesson)15 Close Reading & Character Analysis5 Reading Guides3 Act One Sp
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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A Raisin in the Sun - Hansberry: Pre-Reading Stations Activity
Bring Lorraine Hansberry's autobiographical play, A Raisin in the Sun, to life with this lesson dedicated to getting students interested in the history, culture, and themes within play.The LessonThis lesson utilizes six stations focused on the following topics:MusicRedliningFinancesQuotesGenerational DividesOpening Stage NotesWhat's Included:Slideshow with the topics above with detailed questions for students to research and answer on each topicSlides link to videos and other documents, tooOther
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: A Raisin in the Sun: Full Unit Bundle
Theatre History Research
This research resource covers various topics to comprehensively understand the history and evolution of drama, theatre, and culture. These handouts aim to introduce students to the multiple forms of theatre, from Greek to contemporary international theatre. They provide an overview of significant historical periods in theatre, including Japanese, Medieval, Renaissance, Early Modern European, and Modern European theatre. This resource covers American theatre, which was crucial in shaping the cont
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Ultimate Theatre Bundle
Macbeth Introductory WebQuest
Replace the lecture with active research. With this WebQuest, students will explore high-quality web sources to understand the background of Macbeth without giving away essential plot details. Students will research the play's historical background, compare the historical figure, Macbeth, with his theatrical counterpart, examine the curse, and evaluate the play's applicability in modern times. Students will have a solid foundation before the actual reading begins. This resource contains a handou
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: THE WHOLE STORE!!!!
Drama Costume Design Project
I created this project as a way for students to learn about costuming in an assigned/chosen time period without sitting through lectures.
The students must research the main type of dress, outer garments, headdress/hairstyles, accessories, and any other important information they come across. The must find and record this information for males, females, and children. In addition, they must draw/trace an example for each group (specific directions are given in the research packet).
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Shakespeare's Othello: Activity Bundle (Intro, Close Reading, Poetry, + more)
William Shakespeare's famous tragic play, Othello, weaves a tale of love, jealousy, and mistrust after the character Iago fails to receive a promotion and decides to make this everyone's problem.This bundle is focused on activities and lessons to keep your students engaged and to critically reflect on scenes from the play.What's in the Bundle2 Introduction ItemsPre-Reading Research LessonIntroduction Lecture Slideshow5 Close Reading ItemsAct 1-2 Speech Excerpts and Writing AssignmentAct 3-5 Spee
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Dramaturgy (Theatre Historian) Unit
Are you looking for a dynamic, project-based learning experience that empowers your students to take charge of their own learning and explore their interests in the theater? Our three-week Dramaturgy (Theatre Historian) Unit is here to deliver!In this unit, your students will read a play and identify a specific dramaturgical element that interests them. Dramaturgy refers to theatre research. They'll then conduct their own research and create a presentation to deepen their understanding of the pl
Ibsen's A Doll's House: Pre-Reading Stations & Hyperdoc (student-led activity)
Henrik Ibsen's feminist play, A Doll's House, focuses on the protagonist Nora Helmer as over a three day period, she tries to keep a secret from her husband while under the pressure of blackmail.This 90-minute lesson allows students to start making predictions and connections to history, culture, and themes within play.The LessonTeacher has two options to present this lessonOption One: create a gallery walk or various stations by printing off the slides from a google slideshowOption Two: assign
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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The Newsboy Strike of 1899 (The Newsies)
This presentation is the historical background for the Newsboys Strike of 1899. It is the event that inspired the Disney musical sensation "The Newsies." This presentation can be used to introduce your students to the background of the musical before you view, perform or study the musical.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Shakespeare's Othello: Introduction Lesson (Pre-Reading Questions & Slideshow)
William Shakespeare's famous tragic play, Othello, weaves a tale of love, jealousy, and mistrust after the character Iago fails to receive a promotion and decides to make this everyone's problem.Guide your students into understanding the historical intricacies of the play from the very start with this introductory lesson.The LessonAssign students five pre-reading questions to research on the topics of:The MoorsOttoman-Venetian WarRepublic of VeniceRenaissance Gender RolesRenaissance Marriage Tra
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Shakespeare's Julius Caesar: Pre-Reading Research Jigsaw & Debate Activities
All hail Caesar!!If you are getting ready to read William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar, here are two lessons to get students thinking about the play before you start it.What's Included:10 true or false statement questions related to the text and space to provide reasoning.Use these questions to stimulate a debate between your studentsAfter, there is space for students to reflect on the debate's outcomeJigsaw activity with 5 research topics for students to present oneach topic includes specific it
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Shakespeare's Julius Caesar: Activity & Character Analysis Bundle
Shakespeare's Hamlet: Character Diagnosis - Mental Disorders Research Lesson
William Shakespeare's famous tragic play, Hamlet, weaves a tale of love, revenge, and mistrust while following the story of Prince Hamlet as he attempts to seek justice following his father's murder.Once your students have gotten a feel for the characters in the play, use this research assignment to dive deeper into what may be driving their decisions making - psychological disorders.The LessonStudents will select a character from the play, and from a list of mental disorders, determine what the
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Theatre Dictionary - Over 750 Practical Theatrical Terms & Their Definitions
New York's Off-Broadway Theatre Collective, The Group Theatre Too's THEATRE DICTIONARY of over 750 practical theatrical terms and their definitions by Broadway, Film and Television veteran Michael Blevins is an invaluable must-have resource for teachers [and students] of drama and theatre. This 96 page theatrical language reference e-book covers core theatrical vocabulary and provides concise but comprehensive definitions of over 750 dramatic and theatrical terms for avid students of the theatr
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Portrait Photography Lighting Styles Notes
This interactive slideshow can guide your Yearbook, Photography, or Art students as they learn about the main lighting styles for portraits! They will be able to take notes over the difference between main/key, fill, and back lights, describe what each lighting style looks like and how to set it up, and look at the strengths and weakness of each style. This can be used with existing curriculum or with the links in the speaker notes. I hope your student enjoy this "lit" experience!
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
Why Use Drama? Reader's Theater Tips, Strategies, & Teacher's Guide
This informative article provides tips and strategies to make the most of your reader's theater or classroom play activities. "Why Use Drama?" reveals some of the research about how the reader's theater model builds fluency and comprehension. Use it to defend against all the text-book pushers out there! "There's More Than One Way to Produce a Play" maps out six performance/production strategies. "The Delicate Nature of Assessing Drama" offers tips on teaching students to self-assess and discuss
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3rd - 9th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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A Raisin in the Sun: Novel Notes Reflection Activity
Now that your students have finished reading Lorraine Hansberry's play, A Raisin in the Sun, have them more deeply reflect on the novel by creating Novel Notes.This activity is a great resource for students taking the AP Literature exam at the end of the year because it provides an excellent study method prior to the exam. The lesson also works well as a personal way to review prior to a test over the play.Novel Notes cover 8 topics including:Significance of TitlesSettingThemes & Thematic St
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: A Raisin in the Sun: Full Unit Bundle
BROADWAY VACATION BUDGET
HOW MUCH WOULD A TRIP TO BROADWAY ACTUALLY COST?FUN TWO DAY ACTIVITY OR EMERGENCY SUB PLANS!CAN GO ANYWHERE? LETS PLAN A DREAM BROADWAY TRIP (FOR FUN YOU CAN EVEN GIVE YOUR STUDENTS A BUDGET TO STAY WITHIN!
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: Musical Theatre Bundle
Shakespeare's Life and Time Final Test
Each year, I teach the life and time of Shakespeare. The students also memorize one of his monologues or sonnets. The last essay question makes reference to the monologue/sonnet experience. Believe it or not, the students rate this unit as their favorite.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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What's the Genre? A Research Activity on Major Film Genres
What's the genre? That's an important question when trying to find a movie to watch. This research assignment allows students to clearly and concisely explore significant film genres through internet research. Students will explore the creators and essential elements of film genres in either groups or individually. This resource includes mini-genre posters and a handout to collect research findings.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: MEGA FILM BUNDLE
Mask Making for Performers | RESEARCH PROJECT
Educator-created to teach Mask Making for Performers | RESEARCH PROJECT. Assignment sheet to give to students and a Presentation explores the history of the Egyptian, Greek, African, Native American, Chinese, Italian and Mardi Gras Mask traditions, discussing their purpose and aesthetics. Assignment brief covers the following learning outcomes, with a grading rubric from satisfactory to excellent included 1. Know how to collate research findings 2. Be able to generate design ideas THE FILES I
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
Funny jokes Urdu English
Funny Jokes in Urdu and English" is a delightful collection of humor that transcends language barriers. This compilation brings together a diverse range of jokes that will have you laughing out loud, whether you're fluent in Urdu, English, or both. These jokes showcase the rich humor found in both languages, offering a delightful mix of wordplay, witty one-liners, and relatable anecdotes.Digital Images - Streaming / Electronic Download
MACBETH: MEGA BUNDLE
This Macbeth Mega Bundle includes several higher-order thinking activities. Students will have access to research activities, a study guide, an intro presentation, a quote presentation that can be used to make a quote quiz, and more. Use these resources to enhance your teaching.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Tennessee Williams WebQuest
Tennessee Williams is one of the most prolific playwrights of the 20th century. Use this WebQuest to have your students research significant events and influences of Williams's life. Included are QR code posters to make this a scavenger hunt.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Tennessee Williams MEGA BUNDLE
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