(this may run over one class period depending on the number of Shakespeare performances there are in the class)
EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVE:
Students will demonstrate their understanding of acting Shakespeare by performing their Shakespearean monologue or scene.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
Shakespeare Performance Evaluations Acting Shakespeare Evaluation Sheet.Lesson 10
HOOK:
Have Renaissance music playing while the students come into the classroom and take their seats.
STEP 1:
Transition – Conduct a warm-up activity to clear the nerves of the students. Give the students time to change into costume and run through their piece using costumes and props.
STEP 2:
Performances – Have the students perform their Shakespearean scene or monologue for a final grade. Fill out the evaluation sheet for each performance.
ASSESSMENT:
Students can be assessed through their final performances and by their written Shakespeare play analysis and Cliff Notes outline.