Getting students ready for drama starts well before the first line is spoken or the first movement is made. Drama warm-up activities, including vocal and physical warm-up games, play aRead More →
A recent BBC article highlighted a surprising trend: books written entirely by artificial intelligence, some mimicking the style of real authors, are being sold online – sometimes under misleading names.Read More →
Understanding different types of staging in theatre is essential for GCSE Drama success. The layout of a performance space affects everything from how actors move, to how the audience connectsRead More →
Drama games have a special way of drawing out confidence in students, whether they’re young children or older teens. From experience in the drama classroom, I’ve seen how these activitiesRead More →
You know the scene: you’re sick and you have 30 minutes to plan all your cover lessons for the day. Or you are the cover teacher and you see theRead More →
This Guide to A Midsummer Night’s Dream is designed for teachers and students – we hope you like it! Quick guide and overview A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one ofRead More →
Understanding the methodologies and philosophies of influential theatre practitioners is essential for students studying Drama at GCSE and A-Level. When I was studying drama at university and later training asRead More →
Teachers in England will receive a 4% pay increase from September 2025, the UK government has confirmed. The uplift follows recommendations from the School Teachers’ Review Body (STRB) and isRead More →
As the 31st May resignation deadline approaches, many UK teachers find themselves reflecting on their current roles and contemplating potential changes. For drama teachers, this period can be especially poignant,Read More →
Let’s be honest. Drama teaching isn’t just a job – it’s a full-body, full-voice, full-heart experience. You’re directing. You’re designing. You’re mentoring. You’re covering extra lessons when someone’s off sick.Read More →
The summer term is full-on. You’re juggling revision sessions, performance deadlines, reports, and possibly a costume rail that seems to grow by the day. But even in the middle ofRead More →
For many of us working in schools, the idea that our school will at some point be judged as ‘Outstanding’, ‘Good’, ‘Requires Improvement’ or ‘Inadequate’ has been a long-standing featureRead More →
On April 29, the world comes together to celebrate one of my favourite pastimes ever – dancing! International Dance Day is a global tribute to the art of dance andRead More →
As a drama educator, people often make assumptions about the skills we have: they may think that we are extroverted or ‘dramatic’, full of our own importance, or constantly pretendingRead More →
Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie is a play that continues to resonate with students, teachers, and audiences decades after its first performance. With its blend of poetic language, memory-infused structure,Read More →
Do you get your impressionists mixed up with your Dadaists? Or your romanticism entangled with your realism? This Drama Timeline is here to help you and your students.Read More →
Over the past ten to fifteen years, the UK’s theatre sector has faced mounting challenges. While the COVID-19 pandemic brought its struggles into sharp focus, the deeper story is oneRead More →
NATD history and background NATD is a pivotal organisation that champions the importance of drama education in schools. It has a commitment to encouraging creativity and personal growth amongRead More →
“Thou art thy mother’s glass, and she in theeCalls back the lovely April of her prime.”– Sonnet 3 Have you read many (or every any) of Shakespeare’s sonnets? If not,Read More →
Involving young people in drama and theatre productions creates unforgettable experiences for the young people, the practitioners, and audiences while building essential life skills in the young people at theRead More →
Easter break is a crucial time for students preparing for exams or assessments in drama or any other subject for that matter and it can be the make-or-break time whenRead More →
This week, our Sunday Shakespeare lesson takes us to one of the most famous quotes from As You Like It: “All the world’s a stage, and all the men andRead More →
Did you know that 20 March 2025 is the World Day of Theatre and Performance for Children and Young People? This global celebration is all about recognising the incredible powerRead More →
Welcome, all you theatrical people – time to get those party poppers and coloured bunting out and celebrate like a true thespian! There are many days throughout the year whereRead More →
On International Women’s Day, March 8th, we want to celebrate the incredible contributions that women have made to theatre throughout history. From playwrights and performers to directors, designers, and producers,Read More →
“To be or not to be?” – the line that even non-theatre folk can’t escape! Whether it’s quoted in a cartoon, misused in a boardroom debate, or dramatically learned byRead More →
World Book Day is celebrated annually on the first Thursday of March and it is an excellent opportunity for all teachers (whether drama teachers or not) to encourage a loveRead More →
Putting on a virtual drama production might seem overwhelming at first, but with the right approach, a little bit of technical know-how and creativity, it can become much easier. DuringRead More →
Think you know Shakespeare? Here’s some Sunday Shakespeare to sink your teeth into. “Nothing will come of nothing” from King Lear…
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If you have a passion for theatre and education, becoming a drama teacher in the UK can be a fulfilling career choice. In this guide, we will outline the keyRead More →
