Drama: Bringing Literature to Life
This item is included in the following series/curriculum: Read and Rap
- Grade Level: Junior High (7-9)-Adult
- Subjects: Contemporary, Language and Literature, Music
- Produced By: Governors State University
- Year: 1998
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Running Time: 57m 23s
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Models dramatic use of literature in the classroom. The play "Fences" is used to demonstrate how drama can be used in the classroom. Students and professional actors recreate a scene from the play and discuss the play as a whole. A local teacher shares her process for transitioning her English students into drama study. Studio Guest: Cheryl Hague, Teacher (Crete-Monee High School, IL) and University Lecturer (Governor State University).