From Page to Stage

Bringing Scripts to Life

Pupils explore classic and contemporary scripts, focusing on character objectives, relationships, staging and performance techniques.

Catherine Sheridan - Drama and Arts

Skills & Learning Outcomes

  • Analyse character motivation and relationships
  • Use vocal and physical expression to interpret text
  • Apply blocking and stage positioning effectively
  • Collaborate in rehearsal processes
  • Present structured, scripted performance

Curriculum Links:

Primary School Curriculum (1999) – Drama

Exploring and Making Drama

  • Interpreting and representing character
  • Developing awareness of voice, movement and space

Reflecting on Drama

Evaluating performance choices

Draft Primary Arts Education Specification (NCCA, 2024)

  • Performing and Presenting – shaping scripted work for the audience
  • Responding and Reflecting – analysing dramatic interpretation

Cross-Curricular Links

  • Literacy (text analysis, dialogue)
  • Oral Language