Sample Lesson Plans

Here are some of my sample lesson plans. Click on a link below each description to find the full lesson plan.

Meisner's Sleep Exercise

Objective: By the end of the 60-75 minute lesson, the intermediate theatre students (9th-12th grade) will understand the concept of emotional preparation in acting. They will also specifically experience Meisner’s sleep exercise to enhance their emotional connection and responsiveness as actors.

The Magic "if"

Objective: By the end of this lesson, students will understand and be able to apply Stanislavsky's "The Magic If" technique in acting, enabling them to create more authentic and emotionally resonant performances.

Chekhov's "Atmospheres"

Objective: By the end of the 90 minute lesson, high school students will understand the concept of atmosphere in Michael Chekhov's plays and its significance in creating mood, tone, and character dynamics. They will analyze scenes from Chekhov's works and participate in activities to create and perform scenes focusing on atmosphere. Students will gain a deeper understanding of Chekhov's atmospheric techniques and enhance their ability to create and convey atmosphere in their own theatrical work.

Black Culture in Theatre Arts

Objective: At the end of the two 75 minute lessons, the high school students will understand the historical and cultural significance of Black culture in theatre arts, analyze and discuss key examples of plays, playwrights, and performers from the Black theatrical tradition, and engage in creative activities that allow them to incorporate elements of Black culture into their own theatrical work.

Viewpoints

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