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200 THEMES FOR DEVISING THEATRE WITH 11-18 YEAR – OLDS

By Jason Hanlan

Published by Methuen Drama

Subtitled “a Drama Teacher’s Resource Book” this is a very practical and helpful support for any drama teacher in search of fresh, sparky ideas. And the language is crisp and clear.

First, Hanlan – an experienced drama teacher with a long track record as an examiner and adviser – defines “devising” in all its forms and explains why it matters. It’s what small children do allour daydreams. He provides lots of outline game/workshop ideas for tapping into that – from grief, and emotion to status and trust.

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