This is a fully planned introductory Drama lesson designed for KS3, lasting approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes. It is ideal for a first lesson in Drama or for building confidence in a new or mixed-ability class. The lesson is highly practical and focuses on teamwork, creativity, and basic performance skills, with a strong emphasis on participation and engagement from the start.

What’s included:

• Full lesson PowerPoint with clear structure and instructions
• Starter team-building games (e.g. height order, alphabetical order, etc.)
• Introduction to props and their purpose in performance
• Creative prop task (using an object as something completely different)
• Mime activity to develop non-verbal communication skills
• “Murder Mystery” drama game for whole-class engagement
• Group task: pupils create and plan their own murder mystery storyline