Creative Drama in Groupwork
- Author: Jennings, Sue
Creative Drama in Groupwork
- Author: Jennings, Sue
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This bestselling book is now updated with new material and more tried-and-tested ideas, bringing it up-to-date with contemporary drama. 150 ideas for drama in one practical manual makes this a veritable treasure trove which will inspire everyone to run drama sessions creatively, enjoyably and effectively. This book features advice on setting up a group, defining and negotiating aims and objectives, and how to ensure a successful session. It contains activities which encourage memory, interaction, concentration, feedback, and many other skills. It also includes games, warm-ups and starters, improvisation role-play, visual dynamics, and closures.
Contents
- 1: The Scope & Possibilities of Creative Drama in Groupwork
- 1: Exploration of Structure and Roles in Group Drama
- 2: The Focus of Drama Work in Groups
- 3: Before Setting up a Group
- 4: Supervision and Training
- 5: Some Words of Caution
- 6: Planning and Preparation
- 7: Equipment
- 8: Negotiating a Contract
- 9: Opening a Session
- 10: Developing a Session
- 11: Closing a Session
- 2: Practical Techniques
- 1: Warm-ups and Starters
- 2: Movement and Relaxation
- 3: Play and Games
- 4: Pictures and Images
- 5: Drama and Role Play
- 6: Stories and Documentaries
- 7: Puppets and Masks
- 8: Cool Downs and Closures
