tw! education hub US

Welcome to the theatre works! Education Hub for US Teachers

Each resource can be downloaded and includes practical materials for teachers and students.

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Backstage Roles in Theater

Grades 7–10

Resource 1:
Backstage Roles in Theater
introduces students to non-performing careers in live theater. Using printable project mats, students explore a backstage role and develop their own production concept.

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Be the Detective

Grades 6–8

Resource 2:
Be the Detective
is an ideal lesson to deliver before seeing a live performance, helping students know what to look and listen for when they go to the theater.

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Be the Reviewer

Grades 6–8

Resource 3:
Be the Reviewer
is perfect for use after students have seen a live performance, helping them reflect on what they have seen and develop a considered response.

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Let’s Debate

Grades 6–8

Resource 4:
Let’s Debate
is designed for Theater, English Language Arts, and Speech and Debate students, with structured activities to debate and discuss the arts and live performance.

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Let’s Persuade

Key Stage 2

Resource 5:
Let’s Persuade
is an engaging drama and discussion-based lesson that uses The Lion King to help students explore different viewpoints, develop persuasive speaking skills, and justify their opinions.