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Advice articles and reference materials for drama teachers

How to Start a School Theatre Program

So, you want to start a school theatre program. Great! Now what? That answer will depend on many things. Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll need to know.

Stage Ready, School Smart: Sora’s Innovative and Flexible Online School

Wondering how to prioritize education without compromising a budding career? Explore the rise of the online school & how it can support your child's future.

Tips For a Mixed-Level Drama Classroom

The drama classroom can be a beautiful hodgepodge of students with a variety of experience and knowledge. Discover how to successfully manage a mixed-level classroom!

How to Use Social Media Inside and Outside the Drama Classroom

Social media + a drama program?! Where do you start? Let's look at using social media as a tool to grow your drama program outside and inside the classroom

Energize Your Drama Class: Whole Class Warm-Up Games

Well-chosen warm-up games can set the tone for the whole class, helping drama students to focus and foster a sense of community. Let's get started!

Top Tips on Teaching Musical Theatre

Teaching mini triple threat performers is a rewarding task, but it can also feel daunting. Here are our tips on keeping your kids engaged & having fun!

When Should Teenagers NOT Play Teenagers?

There are plenty of great teenage roles out there, but when are they appropriate for teenagers to play them and when do questions need to be raised? Let's explore!

How Do You Cast School Plays?

Casting a school production throws up a host of tricky questions and issues that can be hard to navigate. How do you support your students, make it fair, and achieve the best possible production? Let's find out!

Help! Time Management for the Tired Theatre Teacher

Your days are filled with teaching and evenings are filled with rehearsals. And not to mention grading. So how do you balance the workload? Check out our top tips on time management!

Michael Chekhov: A Crash Course in Psycho-Physical Acting

You probably know his uncle, but how familiar are you with the actor and practitioner Michael Chekhov? Find out more about Chekhov and psycho-physical acting.

Navigating Tough Conversations in the Drama Classroom

Drama classrooms are a place of learning and community, where education and vulnerability collide. Challenging conversations often arise, but how do we deal with them effectively?

Should Drama Teachers Worry About ChatGPT in School?

It's impossible to ignore the buzz surrounding ChatGPT right now, but how much should teachers worry about it in the classroom? Let's take a look!