Puppetry and Object Theatre
Using puppets and everyday objects to bring stories to life and explore character.
Key Questions
- Explain how a simple object can become a character with feelings.
- Design a puppet show using only two puppets to tell a story about friendship.
- Analyze how the movement of a puppet communicates its personality.
ACARA Content Descriptions
Suggested Methodologies
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Becoming Someone Else
Using costumes and voice changes to adopt different character roles and perspectives.
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The Magic of Props
Exploring how simple objects can be transformed through imagination to support a story.
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Setting the Scene
Understanding how the place where a story happens affects the action of the characters.
2 methodologies
Storytelling through Movement
Using body language and gestures to convey emotions and advance a narrative without words.
2 methodologies
Creating a Character Voice
Experimenting with pitch, volume, and speed to develop distinct voices for different characters.
2 methodologies