MRS.

NIBOGIE’S

Creative Culture/ “Theatre is the art which is most [close] to life; it is the most
immediate way in which a human being can share with another

Ensemble the sense of what it is to be a human being.” - Oscar Wilde

Development Plan Strategies to Develop

Culture
Ice Breakers/ Ensemble Games:
Teaching Philosophy Ex. Human Knot, Introduce yourself
around the circle games.
Students should be at the centre of learning. In
this way each student can be known and Check Ins:
recognized. Also, students should be aware of Allow time for periodic check ins.
the society they grow up in. Therefore
collaborating with others and making Establish Classroom Rules:
relationships is an important part of Drama Rules that pertain to appropriate and
Working with others is a daily part of life. positive language, respect and
empathy.
Deginating Space:
Making sure aisles and areas around
the classroom are cleared.
Allowing a quite space for those who
might need it.
Pacing:
Students who have difficulty with
performing can work at a varying
pace and can be given alternative
work if nessessary.

Outline of Classroom
Culture
Rehearsal Frameworks
Student Engagment Plan
1.) Students should feel free to express their creative
1.) If time permits: Check in
minds. The drama classroom is a place to experiment
and have fun. 1.) Students should respect classroom rules. If rules are
2.) Essential question and answer
broken, depending on the situation, warnings or other
2.)Students should have opportunities to get to know period
consequences may be given.
one another. Students should develop empathy and
understanding for their classmates. 3.) Vocal and body warm up.
2.) Any forms of bullying will not be tolerated. The drama
If needed: Tech test.
classroom should be a space for empathy and understanding.
3. )Making the drama classroom an accessible area for
all. 4.) Rehearsal reflection or
3.) A tidy workspace is a happy workspace. Please keep
discussion.
workspace clean, clear and accessible for everyone.
4.) The classroom should be made a place that students
feel comfortable to be vulnerable and express 5.) Make sure to get to know your
4.) Assignments can be completed in alternative ways if they
themselves. peers! Drama is about working
prove to be uncomfortable.
together.
5.) Students should allow for the give and take of drama. 5.) All students have the right to get space from a drama
All students have the right to be heard. All students activity that feels them feel volunerable or overstimulating.
have the right to take a step out of the spotlight.