Author(s): Judith Gadaloff

Drama & Acting

Springboards: Australian Drama 2 provides specialist Drama and generalist English teachers with a blend of theory and practice for their secondary school Drama, Theatre and English courses. It gives students from middle to senior secondary the opportunity to develop skills in drama from a number of key perspectives.

Features

'The student as director' outlines a practical approach through the use of the elements of drama.

'The student as dramaturg' delineates a theatrical approach to the analysis of text in preparation for production through research questions and relevant examples.

'The student as critic' provides questions that form a frame of reference to guide student analysis and appreciation of all elements of a production.

Workshop activities for individuals and groups cover the key dimensions of Forming, Presenting and Responding.

Excerpts from 21 contemporary Australian plays, with a range of themes and styles, have been chosen for their relevance and suitability for the classroom.

Interviews with practitioners such as David Williamson and Robyn Nevin provide industry links.

Review and analysis of contemporary Australian drama lends to real-world focus.The practical, student-friendly approach allows students to apply theory to practice.

A glossary explains key terms and unfamiliar concepts.