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Cheat Out: A Physical Theatre Curriculum for Beginners and Beyond
A Practical Blueprint for Theatre Educators at Any Stage
Cheat A Physical Theatre Curriculum for Beginners and Beyond is an essential guide for anyone wondering how to teach theater in high school, from first-year instructors to seasoned performing arts educators. Actor and educator Jeff McKinnon draws on decades of experience, both in the classroom and onstage, to present a dynamic curriculum packed with fun, informative drama exercises, warm-ups, and activities designed to engage students at all levels.
Rooted in student-centered theatre education, this hands-on resource helps teachers build an inclusive, collaborative environment where young performers feel safe to take creative risks and explore the fundamentals of voice, movement, character, and story.
With this book, educators will be able
Design engaging, movement-based lessons grounded in physical theatreSupport confident, creative expression through voice and movement workTeach the fundamentals of stagecraft, direction, and stage production with clarityAdapt proven lesson plans and teaching strategies for a variety of student levels and needsBuild trust, collaboration, and ensemble spirit in the classroomWith adaptable lesson plans and step-by-step guidance, Cheat Out helps educators transform their curriculum and create a vibrant, inclusive space for artistic growth.
Cheat A Physical Theatre Curriculum for Beginners and Beyond is an essential guide for anyone wondering how to teach theater in high school, from first-year instructors to seasoned performing arts educators. Actor and educator Jeff McKinnon draws on decades of experience, both in the classroom and onstage, to present a dynamic curriculum packed with fun, informative drama exercises, warm-ups, and activities designed to engage students at all levels.
Rooted in student-centered theatre education, this hands-on resource helps teachers build an inclusive, collaborative environment where young performers feel safe to take creative risks and explore the fundamentals of voice, movement, character, and story.
With this book, educators will be able
Design engaging, movement-based lessons grounded in physical theatreSupport confident, creative expression through voice and movement workTeach the fundamentals of stagecraft, direction, and stage production with clarityAdapt proven lesson plans and teaching strategies for a variety of student levels and needsBuild trust, collaboration, and ensemble spirit in the classroomWith adaptable lesson plans and step-by-step guidance, Cheat Out helps educators transform their curriculum and create a vibrant, inclusive space for artistic growth.
202 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 20, 2025
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