Weeks: four and five

Topic: Introduction to elements of drama

Objectives: At the end of the lesson, students should be able to:-

1. Explain elements of Drama

2. Describe Written / Unwritten (plot, language, characterization)

3. Define Actor/ Actress

Reference material: Learn Africa Basic Cultural and Creative Art UBE edition for primary school pupils 6

Content:

Meaning of theatrical elements

There are some important elements required for the success of a play presentation. These elements involve man and technical ability. By ‘man’, we mean the actors and actresses, while ‘technical ability’ refers to the quality of the script and the costumes used during a play presentation. They are called the theatrical elements. Other parts of these elements are the stage, audience, set, light and costume.

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