3 Quick Tips for New Drama Teachers

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I am often asked by teachers, when I present to their classes, to give their kids my top two or three tips they should focus on while they rehearse. Although there are so many tips that one could give, it always comes down to the following three for me:

1) PROJECT YOUR VOICE – One of the biggest challenges I find for kids is their ability to project their voices. Some get it confused with yelling. But really, basic projection comes from the diaphragm. Projecting your voice goes for both a larger setting as well as smaller settings. … Continue reading →

Christmas Carol Costumes

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A few costumes to make The Christmas Carol for Kids play that much easier to perform.  Here are the links…

Marley’s chain

Top Hat

Bed sheet to make Marley’s Ghost – and don’t pay for that sheet, get it free here!

Vests – check with your local Goodwill or thrift store … finding vests with kids sizes is … Continue reading →

Olivia Twisted – a twist on Twist

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This post is about a fantastic twist on Twist for those wishing to do an all-female version of Oliver Twist for Kids!

Unfortunately, most plays are male-centric, with few female leads. There are some, such as Pride and Prejudice for Kids and Little Women for Kids (not yet released) that have more roles for females than males. And it is true, that females can play the male leads with no issues in most plays. But sometimes, this gets old. And you want something with more females than males.

So this is a great idea that came … Continue reading →

“SHATNER!” Drama Improv Game

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Shatner over reacting

Ok, this is a REALLY FUN improv drama game that your kids will LOVE! It’s called, SHATNER! (At least the adults of the kids will surely love it!) 🙂 (I did not think of this game, and due credit goes to where I heard of it from; the Facebook group, Homeschool Snark.)

We all know Captain Kirk from the old … Continue reading →

EMPATHY – Part 8 of Why Drama is so Important in School

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Part 8 of the 12 part series: Why Drama is so important in School. – EMPATHY

happy lover

EMPATHY defined: the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

Empathy is something that we as parents and educators try to instill in our kids from a very early age. Understanding what another person is going through … Continue reading →