An introduction to the theory and practical application of Brecht's Epic Theatre Edexcel AS Unit 1 Students need to have assimilated

Students need to have assimilated ideas about genre about historical context and about dramatic context

the tasks have been designed to run simultaneously with small groups devising their material separately

To introduce the theatrical techniques and devices used in Victorian melodrama and through practical work and analysis

Elements of PSCHE are woven into the plan and the students are actively encouraged to make connections and develop their critical thinking through drama

Students (and their teachers) must therefore choose a practitioner and a text which fit together well

An introduction to the theory and practical application of Brecht's Epic Theatre Edexcel AS Unit 1 Students need to have assimilatedThe aim of this 16 lesson scheme of work is for students to explore and understand Brechts theories in a practical way. The intention is that students will learn that Brechtian work can be exciting, challenging and thought provoking, both for themselves and for the audience. Students will delve into practical work with a view to devising their own Brechtian inspired pieces. This scheme is aimed at AS level students who are required to create a devised