
Brecht – Epic Theatre & Alienation
An engaging and thought-provoking Drama lesson introducing students to the work of influential theatre practitioner Bertolt Brecht and the principles of Epic Theatre. Through practical performance activities, students explore how Brecht challenged traditional theatre by encouraging audiences to think critically rather than become emotionally immersed in a performance.
Students investigate key Brechtian techniques including direct address, narration, multi-roling, gestus, placards, thought tracking and alienation, before applying them through a range of collaborative devising activities and performances.
Included in this resource:
Detailed lesson plan
Introduction to Brecht and Epic Theatre
Exploration of alienation theory
Practical performance activities
Gestus workshop and exercises
Narration and direct address tasks
Group devising activities
Reflection and discussion opportunities
All printable resources needed to deliver the lesson
Techniques covered:
Direct Address
Narration
Multi-Roling
Gestus
Placards
Thought Tracking
Alienation Effect
Epic Theatre Conventions
Perfect for GCSE Drama, BTEC Performing Arts, KS4 and KS5 students, this lesson develops students’ understanding of one of the most significant theatre practitioners while encouraging critical thinking, creativity and confident performance skills. Ideal for practitioner studies, devised theatre, Component 2 preparation and performance units.
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