Class: Primary Three
Term: second Term
Subject: cultural & creative Arts
Topic: Introduction To Staging A Play
Previous Lesson: Meaning Of Drama in Creating A Drama From A Story Book
Content/Learning Area: What is Staging a Play?, Key Elements, Evaluation Questions
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

1. Identify and describe key elements of staging a play.
2. Understand the importance of each element in an accomplished play.

Affective Domain:

1. Appreciate the collaborative nature of drama and teamwork.

Psychomotor Domain:

1. Demonstrate basic body movements and expressions suitable for a play.

Social Domain:

1. Work cooperatively in groups during the play-staging process.

Reference Materials

9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online Data
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

to deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:

Whiteboard or chart paper
Markers or crayons
Pictures or illustrations related to staging a play

Rationale for the Lesson

understanding staging helps pupils appreciate the collaborative effort behind theatrical productions and develops their creativity and teamwork skills. This knowledge is valuable for future participation in drama and other collaborative activities.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

The teacher will start by asking pupils if they have ever watched a play. They will then ask what they liked or disliked about the play, prompting discussion about the different aspects involved in a performance.

Lesson Content

What is Staging a Play?

Staging a play is all about bringing a story to life on stage. It’s like creating a whole new world where characters act out a story. It involves preparing and presenting a dramatic performance, creating a visual and auditory experience for the audience.

Key Elements

Key elements are the essential components that make up a play.
The following are key elements of staging a play:

Setting: The place and time of the play. Such as, a forest with trees and sounds.
Costumes: The clothes the actors wear. A knight’s armor shows a medieval setting.
Expressions and Gestures: Facial expressions and body movements that show emotions.A frown shows sadness, a raised fist shows anger.
Props: Objects used by actors. A sword suggests a battle.
Script: The written story with dialog and directions for actors.
Lighting: Use of light to create mood. dim lighting can be spooky, shining lighting happy.
Sound and Music: Sounds and music to create atmosphere. Thunder suggests a storm, happy music a festivity.
Blocking and Movement: Planning how actors move on stage.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Presentation, Group work

Instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction (Set Induction)

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils if they have ever watched a play and what they remember about it.
Pupils’ Activity: Share their experiences and observations.

Step 2: Explanation of Key Concepts

Time: 15 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the concept of staging a play and its key elements (setting, costumes, expressions, props, script, lighting, sound, blocking).
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.

Step 3: Exhibition/Guided Practice

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Demonstrates basic body movements and expressions, using examples from the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: imitate the teacher’s movements and expressions.

Step 4: Self-reliant Practice

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils in small groups to brainstorm ideas for a short play, focusing on the key elements.
Pupils’ Activity: Work in groups to plan a short play, considering setting, costumes, expressions, and props.

Step 5: Note-taking

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Note-Taking
Teacher’s Activity: guides pupils to take notes on the key elements of staging a play.
Pupils’ activity: Write down key points in their notebooks.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks review questions to assess understanding.
pupils’ Activity: Answer the review questions.

Objective-aligned checks:

Identify and describe key elements of staging a play.
Demonstrate basic body movements and expressions suitable for a play.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the key elements of staging a play and commends pupils for their active participation.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.

lesson Keywords

Staging – Preparing and presenting a play.
Setting – The time and place of a play.
Costumes – Clothes worn by actors.
Props – Objects used by actors.
Script – The written story of a play.

Lesson evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

What are the main parts of staging a play?
How do costumes help tell the story?
Why are expressions and gestures critically crucial for actors?
Give an example of a prop and how it’s used in a play.
How does lighting change the feeling of a play?

Assignment/Homework

Draw a picture of your favorite scene from a play.
Describe the elements used in that scene.

Differentiation

For slower learners: The teacher will provide one-on-one assistance and simplified explanations.
For advanced learners: The teacher will encourage them to explore more complex aspects of staging, such as lighting design or sound effects.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: use visual aids, sound effects, and physical activities to engage different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

encourage pupils to express their creativity and imagination during group work. Provide constructive feedback and support to help them develop their skills in drama and teamwork.