KS3 Drama: Scripted Performance Skills

A sixteen lesson Key Stage 3 Drama scheme of work focusing on scripted performance, characterisation and rehearsal skills through two scripts: Anita and Me and Blood Brothers.

Students complete two contrasting scripted units, working through one 8 lesson scheme per text to build confidence, technique and performance skills across the term.

The scheme is practical, accessible and classroom-tested, making it suitable for both specialist and non-specialist Drama teachers.

Included:

• Sixteen fully planned Key Stage 3 Drama lessons (8 lessons per script)
• Scripted performance work using Anita and Me and Blood Brothers
• Clear progression from character exploration to rehearsal and performance
• Practical techniques including hot seating, thought-tracking, tableau and focused rehearsal
• Explicit teaching of physical and vocal performance skills
• Accent exploration (Black Country and Liverpudlian)
• Two summative performance opportunities with built-in self and peer assessment
• Ongoing formative assessment through questioning, observation and reflection
• Clear differentiation for supported learners and high-achieving students

Ideal for:

• Key Stage 3 Drama (ideal for Year 8, adaptable for Year 7 or 9)
• Building confidence with scripted work before GCSE
• Teachers looking for a fully structured, practical Key Stage 3 unit