Creating Drama
SECOND TERM PRIMARY 6
CULTURAL AND CREATIVE ART
SECOND TERM
Subject :
CULTURAL AND CREATIVE ART
Term :
SECOND TERM
Week:
WEEK 6 and 7
Class :
PRIMARY 6 / BASIC 6
Previous lesson :
The pupils have previous knowledge of
Introduction To The Elements Of Drama
that was previously taught as a topic during the last lesson
Topic :
Creating Drama
Behavioural objectives :
At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to
- Say the basic forms of drama creation
- Describe the fundamental of drama creation
Instructional Materials :
- Stage
- Microphone
- Props
- Speakers
- Related Online Video
- Flash Cards
- Drama costume
Methods of Teaching :
- Class Discussion
- Group Discussion
- Asking Questions
- Explanation
- Role Modelling
- Role Delegation
Reference Materials :
- Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
- Workbooks
- 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
- Workbooks
Content :
What is Drama?
To put up an act is to perform or stage a performance. It means to act a drama. Drama may be written, staged or performed. Dramas are shown on Television or theater. Dramas are also aired on radio or broadcasted as podcast on the internet.
Basic Forms of Dramas.
There are two major categories of drama which are scripted (written) and unscripted (unwritten) drama
Scripted Drama : These are the types of drama that we are very familiar with on TV and theater. The actors and actress are made to rehearse already written scripts when they get involved in the made belief business which is acting.
Unscripted Drama: This involves the actors and actress being given verbal instructions.
Presentation
The topic is presented step by step
Step 1:
The class teacher revises the previous topics by asking some questions that are related to the previous topics
Revision
- What is a choir made up of
- Mention 3 types of parts in a choir
- What is melody
Step 2.
He introduces the new topic by taking the following steps.
Teachers Activities
- What is drama
- Who is an actor
- What is a plot
- What is characterization of characters
Step 3:
The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise
Pupils Activities
- Model a stage play
- Let the pupils take up the role of actors and actress
- Encourage pupils to write up their own scripts
- Teacher correct them when the need arise
Conclusion
The class teacher wraps up or conclude the lesson by giving out short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.
The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.
He or she does the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.
Evaluation
1. A ____ is an outline of events in a play (a) stage (b) plot (c) actor
2. The grouping of actors in a play that is based on their thoughts, spoken words or attitude is known as ____ of characters (a) characterization (b) modeling (c) indication
3. A play that ends sadly is called a ___(a) comedy (b) tragedy (c) satire
4. ____ are males that perform in a play or drama (a) Actors (b) Actress (c) Heroes
5. _____ is a raised platform where actors and actress perform. (a) Pulpit (b) Stage (c) Discipline
7. List and explain five elements of the theatre.
8. Mention five people involved in the theatre and explain their roles.
9. Write short notes on the roles of the following theatre personnel:
(a) Playwright (b) Director (c) Actor (d) Stage manager (e) Scenic designer
10._____ is an employee of the theatre who ensures the running of the business aspect of the theatre (a) Business manager (b) Lighting Man (c) Make up designer