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It is, and always has been, the desire of M&M to ensure our theatre productions offer much more than just a visually stunning and entertaining theatrical experience. With that in mind our Artistic Director Margaret Holloway B Ed., a primary school teacher for many years, has ensured that all company productions can aid classroom teachers in meeting the requirements of the National Curriculum by outlining how each show links to the programmes of study and /or strands in relevant subjects.The National Curriculum Guidelines for 5 to 11 year oldsIn England this is split into Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.In Scotland this is split into levels A to D. Why do we promote classic children’s literature? Our classic literature productions are aimed at helping class teachers to encourage children to read for enjoyment, particularly classic fiction by long established children’s authors. The Cox Report 1989 states, “Literature has an important role to play in improving abilities in speaking and listening, writing and reading”….. “Approaches which actively engage pupils working on texts are far more likely to lead to enjoyment and understanding”. What better approach than to watch a book come to life in a live theatrical performance..... The Wizard of Oz- Frank L Baum.This show can aid classroom teaching in the following subject:EnglishProgrammes of study1. Speaking and Listening KS1- or levels A to B. Gives pupils the opportunity to respond to the performance constructively.. KS2- or levels C to D. Gives pupils the opportunity to evaluate how the characters and the narrative contribute to the overall effectiveness of the performance including language variation and dialect forms. 2. Literature Helps to develop in KS1 literacy and KS2 literacy, or in levels A to D , an appreciation of one of the most long established significant children’s authors- Frank Baum. ( Lyman Frank Baum. Born New York 1856 ) 3. Drama KS2 or levels C to D. Allows older pupils the opportunity to evaluate how the technical aspects of the show, including sound, lighting and special effects, contribute to the overall effectiveness of the performance as well as costume and set. At this level they can also discuss the use of multiple role play and the versatility of the actors playing very diverse roles. PSHE & CitizenshipProgrammes of study1. Developing good relationships At all levels this performance illustrates the importance of respecting the differences between people. Oz is a multi cultural kingdom where creatures with different characteristics and beliefs work out the logistics of living together in respect and harmony. |
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