A fully resourced, practical drama scheme exploring the key conventions of Ancient Greek Theatre, designed to develop physical performance, ensemble skills, and storytelling without reliance on facial expression.

Students explore gesture, chorus work, characterisation, masks, narration, and myth, culminating in a final performance of Orpheus and Eurydice.

Includes:

• Structured PowerPoint lessons
• Detailed teacher guide
• Practical, engaging activities
• Clear progression towards performance

Lesson 1 – Gesture & Introduction
Explore Greek Theatre and use gesture to communicate meaning, separating body from facial expression.

Lesson 2 – The Chorus
Develop ensemble skills through chorus work: unison speaking, movement, and group storytelling.

Lesson 3 – Characterisation
Create characters using body and stylised movement, focusing on status and physicality.

Lesson 4 – Masks
Learn to perform with masks, using gesture, movement, and audience focus techniques.

Lesson 5 – Narration & Status
Combine narration with masked performance, exploring gods, heroes, and mortals.

Lesson 6 – Final Performance
Apply all skills in a group performance of Orpheus & Eurydice.