Chapter 1: Growing Up 1.8 Drama Extract: Peter Pan by JM Barrie
Learning Intentions In this section you will … ✓ Review key drama vocabulary. ✓ Work closely with a script. ✓ Perform a short dramatic extract with classmates. ✓ Write a brief personal piece about an inspiring person.
DRAMA Ensemble: Stage directions: A group of actors, musicians or dancers who perform together.
Instructions written in the script of a play that give directions to the actors or information about the scenery.
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Before Reading and Listening Think Pair Share
Imagine you could take a magic potion so that you would never grow older than the age you are today. Think: Would you take the magic potion? Write down three advantages and three disadvantages of taking such a magic potion.
Pair: Discuss your list of advantages and disadvantages with a partner. Share: Tell the class what is on your list and listen to others as they do the same.
While Reading and Listening
You are about to read an extract from the classic play Peter Pan by JM Barrie. In this extract, Peter has an exciting idea for the children. Read/listen to this drama extract at least three times. u The first time it should simply be read out loud by your teacher. u The second time you should read it silently. u The third time, as you read, write three stage directions into your copybook that you think the actors should perform. You will use these later to act out the scene.
