Performing a Short Play
Working collaboratively to rehearse and perform a short play, focusing on character, voice, and stage presence.
Key Questions
- Evaluate the challenges and rewards of performing a play as a group.
- Analyze how individual performances contribute to the overall success of a play.
- Justify the choices made in interpreting a character's lines and actions.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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