Lesson Plan

Center Stage Kickoff Plan

Introduce students to fundamental theater concepts through interactive games and staging exercises, culminating in a short group scene to foster confidence, ensemble skills, and creative expression.

Building theater skills enhances communication, teamwork, and self‐confidence. This lesson engages 4th graders in movement, voice work, and collaboration, laying a foundation for future arts experiences.

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Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Teaching Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Theater 101

5 minutes

Step 2

Voice Projection Burst

5 minutes

Step 3

Statues in Motion

10 minutes

Step 4

Group Scene Building

15 minutes

Step 5

Cool-Down: Reflection Circle

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

Welcome to Theater 101

The Stage & The Audience

Voice Projection

Ensemble & Collaboration

Blocking & Movement

Your Turn: Quick Recap

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Warm Up

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Activity

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Cool Down

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Ready for Center Stage?

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