The Inspiring Drama Teacher Zoom Meeting 25th June 2024

This month we tried out rhythms with tongue twisters, discussed the Person to Person movement game, and explored the technique Imaging the Text, based on the poem The Highwayman by Alfred Noyes (1906).
The Zoom Meeting is part of the Inspiring Drama Teacher online course/resource, a subscription site and Facebook group where we share ideas and resources. We currently have a discounted offer on this course, which includes live sessions, downloadable lesson plans and lots more - here: dramaresource....
David discussed tongue twisters and rhythmic repetition exercises used in his classes.
Poetry and Drama Techniques: The teacher introduced the poem "The Highwayman" and explained techniques for engaging students with the poem, such as underlining key words, creating movements, and acting out lines in groups, emphasizing physical and vocal expression.
Group Breakout Sessions: Participants were divided into breakout rooms to practice these techniques, with the teacher providing guidance and feedback. They performed their interpretations of the poem, incorporating movement and sound effects despite technical challenges on Zoom.
Closing and Resources: The session concluded with a discussion on the effectiveness of these exercises for group work and ensemble performance. The teacher provided additional resources and links for further learning, inviting participants to join a Facebook group for more updates.