Farce is one of the oldest and most enduring forms of comedy. It thrives on unlikely situations, exaggerated behaviour, and rising chaos, aiming to generate laughter through pure disorder rather than moral lessons or subtle…
Twenty years ago today, on 4th February 2006, I published the first post on The Drama Teacher. It opened with a degree of uncertainty that now feels quietly familiar: At the time, it was little…
To fully understand Absurdism in a senior Drama or Theatre classroom, teachers and students need a shared starting point for approaching the complexities of this theatrical movement. Without this, Absurdist plays can appear as merely…
Introducing the Party Quirks Generator (Enhanced). As drama educators, we are constantly seeking dynamic tools that not only engage our students but also cater to diverse abilities and confidence levels. The classic improv game “Party…
