Why Every High School Theater Needs a Rehearsal Contract
Why Every High School Theater Needs a Rehearsal Contract Let’s talk about why every high school theater (and even middle school) needs a rehearsal contract. When I first began directing youth theater plays, I ran everything like a professional theater company. That’s all I knew. Don’t be like me. It’s a wonder any students […]
Exploring Modern Theaters: A Global Journey in Performance
Exploring Modern Theaters: A Global Journey in Performance As you might expect, I’ve attended theater all around the world–from Marcel Marceau in 1961, Kabuki theater in 1973 to an Innuit play in 2001. Additionally, I’m aware that most of our students are not as fortunate as I. However, I think there is one way we […]
The Power of Creativity: Nurturing Innovation in Students
The Power of Creativity: Nurturing Innovation in Students I worry about our students. Specifically, as a drama teacher and working with all things theater, I’m concerned about our students’ creativity. So let’s consider that today–the power of creativity: nurturing innovation in students. In a world increasingly shaped by rapid technological advancements and complex global challenges, […]
How to Attract Boys to Drama Programs
How to Attract Boys to Drama Programs I keep up with theater teachers through Facebook groups and very often a teacher is lamenting about their lack of boys for their play or musical. This is a very common problem. I’m lucky, I guess. Having never had this challenge myself, it’s tough for me to know […]
Exploring Social Issues Through Plays: A Guide for Middle School
Exploring Social Issues Through Plays: A Guide for Middle School Today, I want to reflect on the my blog post title, exploring social issues through plays: a guide for middle School. Theater is a powerful tool for middle school students to explore and discuss social issues. By stepping into the shoes of characters dealing with […]
The Benefits of Music in Your Classroom: Boosting Learning
The Benefits of Music in Your Classroom: Boosting Learning My piano practicing partner. Today, I want to blog about boosting learning: the benefits of music in your classroom. When I was a child I had a beloved Beagle, Frisky John, who we discovered loved to sing while I practiced the piano. I don’t know if […]