The Drama Club program is designed for both school-age pupils and youth, aimed at developing creativity, self-expression, and communication skills through the performing arts. The course introduces students to the fundamentals of acting, stagecraft, and theatrical traditions, while also encouraging teamwork and building confidence.
Key Objectives:
•Self-Expression and Confidence: Helping students gain confidence in expressing themselves, both verbally and non-verbally, through acting and improvisation.
•Communication Skills: Developing clear articulation, active listening, and effective body language.
•Teamwork and Collaboration: Encouraging students to work together in group performances, fostering cooperation, and mutual support.
•Creativity and Imagination: Nurturing the creative potential of students through improvisation, role-play, and character development.
•Cultural Awareness: Introducing students to Ukrainian and world theater traditions, helping them understand the historical and cultural significance of the performing arts.
Course Content:
1. Introduction to Acting: Basics of acting techniques, including body language, voice control, and facial expressions. Students will practice portraying emotions and characters through guided exercises.
2. Improvisation: Activities to enhance creativity, spontaneity, and problem-solving. Students will engage in fun, quick-thinking games and improv scenarios to build confidence in performing without a script.
3. Voice and Diction: Exercises focused on improving articulation, projection, and vocal expression. Students will learn how to use their voice effectively on stage.
4. Character Development: Techniques for creating and understanding characters. Students will explore how to embody different roles by analyzing emotions, motives, and behavior.
5. Script Reading and Analysis: Introduction to reading and interpreting simple scripts, learning how to convey emotions, context, and subtext through dialogue.
6. Stagecraft Basics: Overview of the technical aspects of theater, including stage movement, blocking, and the use of props and costumes.
7. Ukrainian and World Theatre Traditions: Introducing students to the rich heritage of Ukrainian theater and its role in culture, as well as exploring key works from world drama.
8. Group Performances: Students will participate in small group performances, either through scripted scenes or collaborative improvisations. This will allow them to apply their skills in a supportive environment.
Learning Approach:
•Interactive Workshops: Hands-on, practical acting exercises and workshops that focus on student participation and active learning.
•Group Collaboration: Group projects and performances designed to foster teamwork and shared creativity.
•Cultural Integration: Lessons will incorporate elements of Ukrainian theater and folklore, enriching the experience with cultural context.
•Feedback and Reflection: Constructive feedback sessions to help students improve their performance skills, with opportunities for self-reflection and growth.
This Theatre Arts program provides a balanced approach to learning the art of performance while developing essential life skills, such as communication, empathy, and cultural awareness.
- Warm-Up Exercises
- Improvisation Games
- Role-Playing
- Storytelling
- Script Reading
- Character Exploration
- Movement and Stagecraft
- Group Performances
- Feedback Sessions