Drama can provide a child with many skills that will be of use to them throughout life. It is certainly not all about acting and dancing, though of course these elements form the basics of a drama. Perhaps one of the most important skills a child can learn from drama is self confidence.
Some children are obviously shy and not at all confident about coming forward and standing out. However, improving self confidence is something that many children can benefit from, even those who, on the surface, may already appear to be quite sure of themselves. Think how many adults are gripped with varying levels of anxiety when faced, for example, with giving a speech or hosting a meeting. Even being invited for a job interview can heighten the nerves of many of us, especially as it is not uncommon these days for some companies to undertake interviews involving role play and thinking on your feet.
We Oakridger’s never let go of an opportunity of learning experiences.Therfore we visited the famous Shilpa Kala Vedika for ’The Vaishali Bisht’s theater workshop’ a theatre festival for the children of Hyderabad.
Our children of Grade V had an opportunity to watch the plays ‘Day I met the prince’ and ‘Once upon a Tiger’.
Our experience here was enriching, as the team presented a play that was interactive. At all stages what amused us was, with minimum props and excellent stage presence, the artists could create a great ambience. The story line was simple with incidences that a child could relate to.The costumes were appropriate to the characters.
Students were enthusiastic and believed that they could incorporate these experiences in future.
Ms.Sita Supriya Jammi
Grade 5 Faculty
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