Introduction to Drama for the first time to young people

Purpose:

1. To lead pupils safely into role and to show the
   
   value to them of concentration and collaboration.
2. Develop Pair work organising skills for initial teachers.
3. Develop Verbal fluency among pupils in non-threatening environment.
   
   
   
   
   
   First section of session is the preparation for working in groups.
   
   
   
   The structure used in this section is known as the

P-V-C STRUCTURE

1. Physical Exercise - to create an energetic atmosphere of collaboration



2. Verbal Exercise - to begin to create closer focus in pairs



3. Concentration Exercise- to bring out the theme and create readiness for stage two

1.Titanic: Lifeboats. Large group randomly walk and when teacher calls out the number all must get into groups pf that number. Stragglers may be "saved" or be put into the hold( bench at side of room). End with 2's. This is the purpose of your exercise- to achieve pairs. Then "helicopter " into a safe place. Face each other at hands length.


1a.If you prefer to work in pairs immediately: Three Irish duels.[thanks to A.Boal] Pairs face each other. Clear brief to achieve desired objective/outcome
-Pairs Stepping on toes.
-Slapping knees.
-Swords in Backs.
2+3. Counting in pairs.A+B . A counts for 100 -1 without being stopped by B. B must try everything to stop A. Eye contact a must. No other contact allowed. In 1.a,2 and 3 the participants should sit on ground when finished to allow you to see who has yet to complete. Participants are then ready for guidance into the next task .