Hello. We are The Curious Theatre Company, a collective of like-minded teachers, actors and writers with a wealth of experience in professional theatre, television, film and radio. We provide all sorts of material for schools: schemes of work on practitioners and set texts; a performance piece, Stan v Bert, about Stanislavski and Brecht; as well as a variety of new one-act plays for students,
Hello. We are The Curious Theatre Company, a collective of like-minded teachers, actors and writers with a wealth of experience in professional theatre, television, film and radio. We provide all sorts of material for schools: schemes of work on practitioners and set texts; a performance piece, Stan v Bert, about Stanislavski and Brecht; as well as a variety of new one-act plays for students,
Hello fellow teachers. This student activity book covers Component 1: Section B - Study of set text. Written especially for those with practical abilities who learn best by doing or for those who struggle with the written exam. I know how hectic a drama teacher life is, so this activity book explores the text in detail with lots of activities for student’s, including set homework No preparation is needed and the activity book is a doddle to follow. This book is all you need to cover the play text in detail. So confident am I that you will love this book - that I will give you a refund if you think otherwise!
Understanding Component 1: Section B - Study of set text.
Lesson One: What is ‘The 39 Steps”
Lesson Two: London in the 1930’s, the place and the people.
Lesson Three: To understanding ‘pastiche’ & ‘parody’
Lesson Four: Understanding characters, costumes, accessories and make-up Lesson Five: To create set design and props
Lesson Six: Reading through exam questions
Lesson Seven: To learn how to use a writing template
This Blood Brothers poster is a A4 pdf in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and printed by those purchasing the product.
There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price.
This poster is ideal for classroom walls and highlighting key elements of the play, including a brief synopsis, characters, period, genre, style, lighting, key themes and issues etc.
This student handbook has been created specifically for the Covid19 lock down. It gives students an overview of the play and activities to consolidate learning. It comes with a free movie which includes lesson one and lesson two.
Weary, gentle Lib Dem drama teacher Alan loves Konstantin Stanislavski. Lively, brash, leftwing drama teacher Dave loves Berthold Brecht. Late one afternoon in the corner of a deserted staffroom these two very different men transform themselves into their very different heroes, as they go head to head to prove who is the greatest theatre practitioner of them all. In a highly entertaining yet informative way, this explosive new play explores the contrasting styles of Stanislavski and Brecht. Expect high drama – the gloves are off!
How will my students benefit?
A two-hander, written and performed by Richard Attlee (Kenton in 'The Archers') especially for schools, Stan v Bert is a novel and entertaining way to educate pupils about the theories and techniques of Stanislavski and Brecht. Accompanying the show is a post-show discussion plus two one-hour lesson plans. Price: £290 plus travel. For more information visit our website.
www.thecurioustheatrecompany.com
Set predominantly in the Warsaw Ghetto, Names in a Jar is a dramatisation of the story of Polish nurse, Irena Sendler, who served in the Polish Underground in German-occupied Warsaw during World War ll. She smuggled approximately 2,500 Jewish children out of the Ghetto and then provided them with false identity documents and shelter, saving those children from the Holocaust.
Performance License included in the price.
Cast: Large cast (minimum 10 actors).
Style: Brechtian/Physical Theatre.
Length: 15-22 mins.
This adaptation of Twelfth Night is a rollercoaster ride through the classic Shakespeare tale of the adventures of Viola and Sebastian, Olivia and Orsino plus Sir Toby Belch and his entourage, not forgetting the much maligned Malvolio. Performance License included in the price.
Cast: Mixed gender (minimum 16 actors)
Style: Slapstick/Physical theatre/Brecht
Length: 30 minutes.
This scheme of work is ideal for teaching The Crucible.
I know how hectic a drama teacher’s life is, so these twelve one-hour lesson plans are simply laid out and a doddle to follow. There are easy to photocopy handouts, lots of inspiring videos and many web links – so it’s important you can access YouTube to really take advantage of all the valuable resources.
Lesson Objective: To consider and discuss the historical, social and cultural context of The Crucible.
Lesson Objective: To explore and understand the themes of witchcraft in The Crucible.
Lesson Objective: To understand symbolism and themes in The Crucible.
Lesson Objective: To understand the impact of false accusations in the world of The Crucible.
Lesson Objective: To extract relevant information from the text and develop an ability to interpret meaning from the script.
Lesson Objective: To research, explore and analyse characters.
Lesson Objective: To create and develop character interpretations.
Lesson Objective: To learn how to score a text, using beats, vocal inflection, and transitive verbs.
Lesson Objective: To research set design and props in preparation for your ‘stage realisation’.
Lesson Objective: To create and develop your ‘stage realisation’.
Lesson Objective: To research costumes, accessories, and makeup in order to create an inspiring overall design.
Lesson Objective: To consider lighting and sound effects in order to create inspiring designs.
This scheme of work is ideal for teaching The Crucible. I know how hectic a drama teacher’s life is, so these twelve one-hour lesson plans are simply laid out and a doddle to follow. There are easy to photocopy handouts, lots of inspiring videos and many web links – so it’s important you can access YouTube to really take advantage of all the valuable resources.
Lesson Objectives include:
To consider and discuss the historical, social and cultural context of The Crucible.
To explore and understand the themes of witchcraft in The Crucible.
To understand symbolism and themes in The Crucible.
To understand the impact of false accusations in the world of The Crucible.
To extract relevant information from the text and develop an ability to interpret meaning from the script.
To research, explore and analyse characters.
To create and develop character interpretations.
To learn how to score a text, using beats, vocal inflection, and transitive verbs.
To research set design and props in preparation for your ‘stage realisation’.
To create and develop your ‘stage realisation’.
To research costumes, accessories, and makeup in order to create an inspiring overall design.
To consider lighting and sound effects in order to create inspiring designs.
