Drama

Y9 Drama

Key Stage 3

Year 9

Study of text in contemporary, cultural contexts

In this lesson, we will start to explore a play, Refugee Boy, adapted by Lemn Sissay from Benjamin Zephaniah's novel. We will learn about the context surrounding the novel, and be introduced to the main character, Alem Kelo.

Exploring and understanding context: Refugee Boy

In this lesson, we will learn what a character interpretation is, and we will interpret some of the characters from the play, and learn how to use motivation and subtext to develop a character.

Developing character interpretations and using subtext: Refugee Boy

In this lesson, we will focus on designing and directing the play. We will learn some design terminology, and apply this to some key scenes, and consider what a director needs to think about.

Key Stage 3, Drama, Study of text in contemporary, cultural contexts

Exploring and understanding context: Refugee Boy

Developing character interpretations and using subtext: Refugee Boy

Design concepts and directing: Refugee Boy