Introduction to verbatim theatre
In this lesson we will learn about 'Verbatim' Theatre as a style of Drama. We will explore key features, some examples, and make our own mini Verbatim piece
Introduction to verbatim theatre
In this lesson we will learn about 'Verbatim' Theatre as a style of Drama. We will explore key features, some examples, and make our own mini Verbatim piece
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Key learning points
- In this lesson, students will learn about verbatim theatre / documentary theatre by watching videos and reading scripts They will create a mini verbatim piece using messages or emails from their phone.
Content guidance
- Physical activity required.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended.
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4 Questions
Q1.
Find 3 different styles of theatre
Bacon and Eggs
Q2.
Verbatim Theatre is:
A French style of Drama
Plays made up of words from other plays
Q3.
Verbatim text could be: (tick six)
An old storybook
Photograph
Poem
Song lyrics
Q4.
Some well known Verbatim Theatre practitioners are: (tick two)
Gary Lineker
Lorraine Kelly
Whoopi Goldberg
5 Questions
Q1.
Verbatim Theatre is:
A French style of Drama
Plays made up of words from other plays
Q2.
Verbatim text could be: (tick six)
An old storybook
Photograph
Poem
Song lyrics
Q3.
Some advantages of Verbatim theatre are: (choose two)
Is really easy and so requires not a lot of work
Q4.
Some well known Verbatim Theatre practitioners are: (tick two)
Bertolt Brecht
Dennis Kelly
William Shakespeare
Q5.
The Verbatim play by LUNG theatre about young carers is called:
Who is bothered?