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Based on the best-selling book by Viola Spolin, this new CD-ROM of Theater Games for the Classroom offers the most comprehensive theater instruction for all types of students, from small children to young adults. It includes over 130 theater games and exercises, instructional strategies, video examples, a lesson planning section, alignment to other curricular areas, and alignment to California Theatre Arts standards. First developed by Spolin, the originator of modern improvisational theater techniques, these games have been tried and tested for over fifty years.
In the instructional strategies section, Spolin explains how to teach theater, from how to count off for games, to putting on a complete show.
The game file section provides a complete list of the games referenced in a variety of ways, from traditional to advanced games, alphabetically ordered, or by educational standards.
The video section provides brief video examples of the games, especially helpful for those who have never played the games. There is also a video lecture, providing tips for the beginning teacher.
The reference section provides a theater glossary, a bibliography, related web sites, and categorizes the games by curriculum, by difficulty, and by alignment to state standards.
The lesson planning section provides a calendar and game lists for selecting and printing games for each class or workshop session. The teacher can select from sure-fire running orders developed by Spolin, or they can create a list of games from scratch.
--This text refers to the
CD-ROM
edition.
In the instructional strategies section, Spolin explains how to teach theater, from how to count off for games, to putting on a complete show.
The game file section provides a complete list of the games referenced in a variety of ways, from traditional to advanced games, alphabetically ordered, or by educational standards.
The video section provides brief video examples of the games, especially helpful for those who have never played the games. There is also a video lecture, providing tips for the beginning teacher.
The reference section provides a theater glossary, a bibliography, related web sites, and categorizes the games by curriculum, by difficulty, and by alignment to state standards.
The lesson planning section provides a calendar and game lists for selecting and printing games for each class or workshop session. The teacher can select from sure-fire running orders developed by Spolin, or they can create a list of games from scratch.
About the Author
Viola Spolin's work in improvisation, along with her emphasis on play as a fundamental, necessary, natural human activity, have made her a central figure in the development of creative drama. Now, with this new CD-ROM, teachers can see her ideas come to life as children act them out. Since Theater Games for the Classroom: A Teacher's Handbook was designed for the teacher with little or no training in the theater, this CD-ROM enhances the step-by-step approach of Spolin's book.
Max Schaefer is a distinguished full-time teacher, actor, programmer, and president of Underdog Educational Software company. He studied and worked with Viola Spolin in the 1980s and has worked and studied with Paul Sills for the past two decades. He leads theater workshops around the country promoting the genius of Viola Spolin and Paul Sills, and he teaches fifth grade at Fenton Avenue Charter School. Schaefer also publishes Young Authors, a writing program that allows children to write and illustrate over 25 kinds of books. He lives in Hollywood, California.
--This text refers to the
CD-ROM
edition.
Max Schaefer is a distinguished full-time teacher, actor, programmer, and president of Underdog Educational Software company. He studied and worked with Viola Spolin in the 1980s and has worked and studied with Paul Sills for the past two decades. He leads theater workshops around the country promoting the genius of Viola Spolin and Paul Sills, and he teaches fifth grade at Fenton Avenue Charter School. Schaefer also publishes Young Authors, a writing program that allows children to write and illustrate over 25 kinds of books. He lives in Hollywood, California.
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37 of 39 people found the following review helpful
By Alan
Format:Paperback
As a teacher of drama to many low-income, urban, and "difficult" adolescents, this is the book that I find most useful, alive, and inspiring! Simply wonderful for anyone trying to bring the best out of young actors!
48 of 57 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is great to use in the classroom. It is full of ideas and the students will love it. They get to play and act out things while learning, it's a great change of pace. Spolin's ideas and thoughts are very helpful. Get this book, your students will thank you!
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By M. Pedersen
Format:Paperback
I teach sixth grade math, and have a group of students for an exploratory class. We talk about current events, esteem building, community building, fun non-academic skills with an emphasis on social awareness. I have been using this book for most of the year so far, and my students look forward to it,a nd ask for it. I don't have a background in theater, but this book has several premade units that have a focus on different skills. The one I am just completing focuses on community building for the group and concentration and focus for the individual. I find it easy to use, and I like the skills that it is building and reinforcing in my students. If you don't want to do a whole unit, the individual exercises and warm-ups can be set up and completed in 5-10 minutes. Great,and quick!
I strongly recommend this for any classroom!
I strongly recommend this for any classroom!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Her games make theatre fun
Her games are great for all levels of theatre students. If you are a theatre teacher with a group of kids that are not very motivated to perform in front of others, Spolin's games... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Roger Rossi
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Very Helpful
This book is amazing. The activities are superb, the layout is easy to follow, and the lesson plans in the back are organized multiple ways that fit your needs. Read more
Published 11 months ago by J. Higdon
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Classic book for drama teachers or those wishing to infuse art into...
If you are a novice theater teacher or a general ed teacher who wants to bring fun back to the learning process, this book contains a wealth of ideas!
Published 22 months ago by pamela a stegall
5.0 out of 5 stars
Theatre Games for the Classroom Rocks!
I am a fifth grade teacher in Chandler, AZ. I am also an actor as well. I am a big believer in the arts in the classroom. Read more
Published on June 20, 2010 by John M. Janezic
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Professional
The seller refunded all my money including tax because I wasn't happy with the condition of the book. I was impressed and relieved by her professionalism.
Published on March 20, 2010 by Pen Name
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classroom games
An excellent resource for teaching artists and teachers. Opens up a whole new level of learning.
Published on April 3, 2009 by Maricela Ochoa
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Spolin is the master
This book is essential for beginning and veteran drama teachers. Each exercise allows versatility and requires the teacher to use some creativity to make it work in a specific... Read more
Published on November 22, 2008 by MO
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Good but young
This was on a list of suggested reading from a class I attended with Second City. I bought it hoping to use some of the ideas for my middle schoolers. Read more
Published on May 5, 2007 by Vicki
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Not what I thought it would be
I teach drama/theater in a low income public school. I bought the book because my school has very few resources and I thought this might be useful. Read more
Published on May 9, 2006 by L. Husi
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Theater Games for the Classroom: A Teacher's Handbook
EXCELLENT!! Inspiring. Well Organized. So many great ideas for the new or seasoned acting teacher.
Published on August 27, 2005 by Kirsten Prather
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