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Which subject	Drama
What topic	Character building
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 10
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Character Building in Drama

Subject

Drama

Topic

Character Building

Grade/Age Group

Year 10

Duration

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

Objectives

• Understand the elements of character development in drama.
• Create a unique character profile using specific traits and backgrounds.
• Apply techniques for embodying a character through movement and voice.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Character profile worksheets
• Props for character embodiment exercises (optional)
• Example character profiles (for reference)

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson will align with the Australian National Curriculum for the Arts, focusing on developing drama skills, understanding character, and exploring performance techniques.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 min	Briefly introduce the concept of character building. Discuss why character is crucial in drama.
2	Character Profile Creation	10 min	Distribute character profile worksheets. Instruct students to create their own character, focusing on traits, background, and goals.
3	Character Sharing	5 min	In pairs, students share their character profiles with a partner. Encourage discussion and feedback.
4	Embodiment Techniques	5 min	Introduce basic techniques for embodying a character (voice, posture, movement). Demonstrate with examples.
5	Character Embodiment Exercise	5 min	In small groups, students practice embodying their created characters through short improvised scenes.
6	Reflection and Homework Outline	5 min	Wrap up the lesson with a group reflection. For homework, students write a short monologue from their character's perspective.

Homework

• Write a short monologue (max 200 words) from the perspective of the created character. This will help reinforce the understanding of character voice and perspective. Homework will be checked for completion but will not be presented in front of the class.

Assessment

• Informal observation during pair and group activities.
• Review of character profiles and monologues for understanding and creativity.

Additional Notes

• Encourage students to be imaginative and think outside the box when creating their characters.
• Ensure a supportive and safe environment for students to express themselves.
• Flexibility in the lesson structure should be maintained to accommodate different learning paces.

Lesson script