Consistent Character Work in Drama

Year 2-3 Drama Lesson Bringing Characters to Life Through Performance

What Makes a Character Consistent?

Same voice throughout the scene Body movements match personality Facial expressions stay true to character Character traits remain the same

Warm-Up: Character Voices and Movements

Practice your character's special voice Show how your character walks Make your character's favorite facial expression Hold your character pose for 10 seconds

Getting Ready for Scene Performance

Work in groups of 4-5 students Each person plays their character Characters interact in a short scene Focus on staying consistent throughout

Scene Performance Time

Reflection Question

How did it feel to stay in character during your scene? What was challenging about keeping your character consistent?

Giving Good Feedback

I liked how you... Your character's voice was... Your movements showed... Next time you could try...

Peer Feedback Time

Groups share feedback with each other Use kind and helpful words Listen carefully to suggestions Think about how to improve your character

Refining and Re-Performing

Use the feedback you received Make your character even more consistent Try new ideas to improve Perform your scene again

Learning Reflection

'When we stay consistent with our characters, the audience can really understand and believe in our story.'