Class: Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS 1 / JS1)
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 1
Age: 12 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme: Cultural and Creative Arts
Previous Lesson: Costumes In Drama.
Topic: COSTUME AND MAKE IN DRAMA
Subject Matter: Meaning of costume clothes and accessories, caps, shoes, jewelleries worn by a performer on a stage; What is makeup and make up items?, Powder, Lipstick, Wig: Eye pencil

Specific Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Cognitive Domain:

Define costume in drama.
Identify various items used as costume.
Explain the meaning of makeup in drama.
List different makeup items used for stage performance.

Affective Domain:

Appreciate the role of costume and makeup in enhancing dramatic performances.
Show interest in observing how characters are transformed using costume and makeup.
Value the effort involved in preparing costumes and applying makeup for a play.
Be willing to learn more about the use of costume and makeup in different cultures.

Psychomotor Domain:

Draw simple sketches of costume items.
Visually identify common makeup items.
Demonstrate how a simple accessory can change a character’s look.
Participate in a simple dressing-up activity.

Collaborate with peers to discuss different costume and makeup ideas.
Understand how costume and makeup contribute to conveying a character’s social status or personality.
Share ideas on how costume and makeup can be used to tell a story.
Respect the cultural significance of certain costumes and makeup styles.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Cultural and Creative Arts JSS 1
State Unified Scheme of Work for Cultural and Creative Arts JSS 1
Cultural and Creative Arts for Junior Secondary Schools 1 by various authors.

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Pictures of actors in various costumes and makeup.
Actual examples of costume items (e.g., a cap, a scarf, a piece of jewellery).
Basic makeup items (e.g., powder, lipstick, eye pencil, wig).
Whiteboard and markers/chalk.

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand how performers use costume and makeup to transform into characters on stage. It enables pupils to appreciate the visual elements that make dramatic performances more realistic and engaging for the audience.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have a basic understanding of drama and stage performance from previous lessons.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

COSTUME AND MAKE IN DRAMA

Meaning of Costume

Costume refers to the clothes, accessories, and other items worn by a performer on a stage or in a film to represent a character. It helps to define the character’s age, personality, social status, and historical period.

The following are items of costume:

Clothes (dresses, shirts, trousers, skirts)
Caps and hats
Shoes and boots
Jewellery (necklaces, earrings, bracelets)
Wigs (if used to change hair appearance)
Masks
Props carried by the character (e.g., a walking stick, a bag)

Meaning of Makeup

Makeup in drama is the application of cosmetics and other materials to a performer’s face and body to change their appearance. It helps to create a character’s look, show age, create special effects (like scars or wounds), or highlight facial features for visibility on stage.

The following are common makeup items:

Powder (to set makeup and control shine)
Lipstick (to colour the lips)
Eye pencil/liner (to define eyes)
Foundation (to create an even skin tone)
Blush (to add colour to cheeks)
Wigs (used as makeup if they change hair colour/style significantly for character)
Special effects makeup (e.g., fake blood, prosthetics)

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils, reviews the previous lesson briefly, and then asks pupils to imagine how actors change their appearance to become different characters in a play. The teacher introduces the topic: Costume and Make in Drama.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, recall aspects of the previous lesson, and share their thoughts on how actors transform. They listen attentively to the new topic.
Learning Point: Pupils are introduced to the lesson and connect it to their prior knowledge of drama.

Step 2: Meaning of Costume

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Definition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what costume means in the context of drama, using simple language and providing examples. The teacher writes the definition on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the explanation, ask questions for clarification, and copy the definition into their notebooks.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the meaning of costume in drama.

Step 3: Items of Costume

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Listing
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher displays pictures of various costume items or shows actual examples like a cap, scarf, or piece of jewellery. The teacher lists and explains different items that make up a costume.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the pictures and items, identify them, and copy the list of costume items from the board.
Learning Point: Pupils can identify and list various items used as costume.

Step 4: Meaning of Makeup

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Definition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher defines makeup in drama, emphasizing its purpose in character transformation and visual enhancement on stage. The teacher writes the definition on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen carefully, contribute ideas if they have any, and copy the definition into their notes.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the meaning of makeup in drama.

Step 5: Items of Makeup

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Listing
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows examples of common makeup items like powder, lipstick, eye pencil, and a wig. The teacher lists and briefly explains the use of each item.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the makeup items, identify them, and copy the list from the board.
Learning Point: Pupils can identify and list various items used for makeup in drama.

Step 6: Importance of Costume and Makeup

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads a brief discussion on why costume and makeup are important in drama, highlighting how they help in characterization, setting the scene, and making the performance believable.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils participate in the discussion, sharing their thoughts on the importance of these elements.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the significance of costume and makeup in dramatic presentations.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

What is costume in drama?
Mention three items used as costume.
Define makeup in the context of stage performance.
List three common makeup items.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Homework Assignment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the key points of the lesson on costume and makeup in drama and assigns homework: “Draw and label two costume items and two makeup items.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy down the homework.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and are given tasks to reinforce understanding.

Lesson Keywords

Costume – The clothes and accessories worn by a performer to represent a character.
Makeup – Cosmetics and materials applied to a performer’s face and body to change their appearance.
Drama – A play or performance on stage.
Performer – An actor or actress who performs in a play.
Accessories – Items like jewellery, hats, or bags that complete an outfit.

Differentiation

For pupils who grasp concepts quickly, the teacher can encourage them to research different types of costumes from various cultures or historical periods. For pupils who need more support, the teacher can provide pre-drawn outlines of costume and makeup items for them to label and colour, or focus on identifying fewer items.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Encourage pupils to bring simple, safe items from home that could be used as costume or makeup for a show-and-tell activity in the next class. Emphasize the creativity involved in using everyday items to create characters.