Pantomime
Pantomime Teaching Unit

Pantomime

Drama Teaching Unit for 6th Grade (6 Lesson Plans)

This drama unit explores the Christmas tradition of pantomime, introducing students to the stock characters and phrases. The students will learn to understand the importance of exaggerated body language, facial expressions and gestures, along with audience generated sound effects. The module culminates in the adaptation of a piece of text - Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves - into a pantomime.

Each lesson plan has clearly stated objectives and learning outcomes. They are structured to include introductory warm up, development and plenary sessions. A home work task is also included.

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The teaching unit contains 6 drama lesson plans.

  • Lesson 1: Introducing Pantomime
    Understanding the basic elements of Panto with the help of 'The Chinese Mime' game

  • Lesson 2: Exaggerated Characters
    Learning the vocal and movement skills necessary to create a panto character.

  • Lesson 3: Exaggerated Movement

  • Lesson 4: Sounds
    Creating group sound effects and sonomimes

  • Lesson 5: Creating a Pantomime from a story
    Class read through and discussion of ideas for Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves

  • Lesson 6: Performance Assessment
    Students perform in a practical assessment based on Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves

Supporting materials include

  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves

Additional resources are included in the appendices

  • Basic Drama Skills
  • End Of Unit Self-Assessment Form

The teaching unit is supplied as a PDF file, readable on most computers.