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aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_typeGive a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subjectDrama
What age groupAdult courses
What topicImprovisation
Quantity1
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Lesson Opening: The Power of "What If?" in Improvisation

Objective:

To engage adult learners in the world of improvisation by sparking their creativity and encouraging spontaneous thinking.

Materials Needed:

Introduction (5-7 minutes)

  1. Welcome and Warm-Up: Begin the lesson by greeting the participants warmly. Explain that improvisation is a vital skill in drama and can enhance spontaneity and creativity both on stage and in life.

  2. Creative Icebreaker - "What If?" Cards: Hand each participant an index card and ask them to write down a unique "What If?" scenario. Encourage them to think outside the box—scenarios could involve fantastical situations, absurd circumstances, or emotional dilemmas. For example:

    • What if dogs could talk?
    • What if you woke up in a world where color doesn’t exist?
    • What if you could only speak in song lyrics?

  3. Sharing Scenarios: Once everyone has written their scenario, invite participants to take turns sharing theirs with the group. Depending on the size of the class, you might ask them to share in pairs or small groups to ensure everyone gets a chance to speak.

  4. Setting the Stage for Improv: After everyone has shared, explain that improvisation is about embracing the unexpected and leveraging ideas generated in real time. Each "What If?" scenario represents a potential improv scene waiting to be explored.

  5. Transition into Group Exercise: To transition into the heart of the lesson, explain that the next segment will involve taking one of the "What If?" scenarios and improvising a short scene based on it. Allow participants to vote on their favorite scenario, or select one that most resonates with the group.

Conclusion:

By beginning the lesson with this engaging icebreaker, you set a dynamic tone for the class that invites creativity and demonstrates the essence of improvisation—thinking on your feet and embracing the unexpected. This will create a supportive environment as they delve deeper into improvisational techniques throughout the lesson.

Using this approach, participants will feel more connected and inspired to explore the world of improvisation during the lesson.