Drama techniques and elements used in acting and performance.

A Glossary in Te Reo Māori

A resource to support Primary teachers using drama strategies in their clasroooms to enhance Literacy learning. This resource includes information and videos demonstrating the drama strategies in action in the classroom. An essential item for every Primary/Intermediate drama teacher's toolkit.

Theatre Form resources explore, historical and social context, themes, features, techniques, and technologies associated with a particular Form, along with some quintessential quotes.

A use of drama conventions to show a journey theme, such as a separation within a family, based on ©Sean Tan’s graphic novel, 'The Arrival.'

Introduce students to the beginning principles of drama.

Introduce students to the beginning principles of improvisation. Best suited to Year 9.

A list of handy tips improve Improv skills

Great for Te Wiki o Te Reo - a short list of Ngā āhuatanga Whakaari - Drama Elements.

Great for Te Wiki o Te Reo - a short list of Ngā Tāera Whakaari - Drama Techniques.

Describes roles in the theatre.

Themes and prompts to spark the creative process for devising.

Cut these out to inspire successful improv lessons.

A4 Landscape graphic on how to be a good audience member.

A selection of ideas, stories and useful links to learn about Matariki shared by Drama NZ members.

This unit is based on Where I Stand by ©Philippa Werry. The drama encourages students to step into the shoes of various community members and explore past events reflected in this story.

Based on ©R.J. Palacio's Wonder, this drama unit delves into the question, "How do we treat others who are different?" It explores themes of empathy, compassion, acceptance, friendship, and kindness. Best for years 7-8.