Should Middle School Directors Cast Every Student?
Should Middle School Directors Cast Every Student? Part of my weekly activities is reading various Facebook drama teachers group posts. One subject is mentioned at least once a month. So let’s discuss Should Middle School Directors Cast Every Student? No matter the grade level, whenever you direct (and produce) a youth theater play, one of […]
Afraid to Teach Devising Theater in Your Classroom?
Afraid to Teach Devising Theater in Your Classroom? If the words “Let’s devise a scene!” make your students stare back at you like deer in headlights—you’re not alone. Many teachers are afraid to teach devising theater in the classroom. I, for one, understand! It can feel abstract or a little chaotic at first. To be […]
5 Affordable Set Pieces for Theater Departments
5 Affordable Set Pieces for Theater Departments Welcome! If you’ve arrived at my blog because you are building a theater program in your school, I’m glad you did so. Today, let’s talk about 5 affordable set pieces for theater departments. Oh, gosh, I’ve been there. Infact, I’ve created several programs for schools and community theaters […]
Boost Drama Class with These 5 Teacher Favorites
Boost Drama Class with These 5 Teacher Favorites To begin with, as theater teachers, we often face a familiar set of challenges: limited prep time and diverse student needs. Plus, these are coupled with th desire to build a strong classroom community while still hitting learning goals. How can we do that? What resources will […]
Theater Books Every Drama Teacher Should Own
Theater Books Every Drama Teacher Should Know From time to time, I read of teachers having funds left nearing the end of the year. They are frantically trying to spend any left over funds in their budget. If you aren’t familiar with this kind of fervor. Please know this–many times if a teacher does not […]
Teach Through the Arts for Healthier Students
Teach Through the Arts for Healthier Students If you’re a teacher, you already know how students light up when they’re given the chance to create. I was one of those students. Whether it’s acting out a scene, drawing a character sketch, or composing a soundscape, the arts tap into something deeply human. But beyond building […]