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Getting Over Stage Fright on Opening Day: Helping Students Perform with Confidence
Opening day is here. Costumes are pressed, sets are ready, and the house lights are about to dim. Yet even after weeks of rehears..
20 Jan
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Helping Students Memorize Lines: Age-Appropriate Strategies That Actually Work
Helping students memorize lines is one of the most consistent challenges in youth theatre. Whether you’re working with first-time elementary per..
13 Jan
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Preparing Kids for One-Act Play Competitions: A Director’s Guide to Success ✅
Taking middle or high school students to a One-Act Play (OAP) competition is one of the most rewarding—and demanding—experiences of the theatre se..
24 Oct
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Putting on a play or musical is an incredible experience. The energy, the creativity, the community...it's magic! But why let the magic fade when the curtain closes? With custom merchandise, you can keep the spirit of your production alive long afte..
17 Oct
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How to Choose the Right Musical for Your Elementary SchoolPutting on a musical is a rewarding experience for elementary students. It boosts confidence, encourages teamwork, and sparks creativity. But with so many fantastic musicals available, how do ..
07 Sep
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Hey Everyone -- Joe here! I wanted to say that we are beyond thrilled to share that "Once Upon A One More Time JR." is in the works, and it's shaping up to be an absolute showstopper! This Broadway Junior adaptation of the hit musical promises to be ..
02 Sep
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Hey there, drama families! Joe here, your friendly neighborhood director, and today I'm stepping off the stage and into the heart of the audience – the parents! While the spotlight shines brightly on our young performers, it's the unwavering support..
27 Aug
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Hey there, fellow drama enthusiasts! Joe here, your seasoned director, ready to share some hard-earned wisdom from years of wrangling productions on budgets that would make a Scrooge blush. Let's face it, school theater often feels like a magic act –..
31 May
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You can use this mini-play royalty free from Twisted Plays! This play is based on the story The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County by Mark Twain.The Amazing Jumping Frog of Calaveras County: A short Play for Kids
Characters:
Narrator: A st..
31 May
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It's show selection time! While the allure of big Broadway titles like "Seussical" or "Our Town" is undeniable, have you considered venturing off the beaten path? Choosing an unknown play can be a rewarding experience for both the director and the ca..
07 Apr
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Cracking the Shell: Helping Shy Actors Blossom OnstageHey there, fellow theatre directors! Joe here, with over a decade of experience directing K-12 productions. We all know the thrill of seeing a young actor light up the stage. But sometimes, we enc..
29 Mar
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Using AI to Enhance Your School Theatre ProductionsSchool theatre offers a magical world for kids to explore creativity, build confidence, and collaborate. But as a director, you might constantly juggle casting challenges, script analysis, and keepin..
26 Mar
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You can use this mini-play royalty free from Twisted Plays! This play is based on the story The Fox And The Grapes by Aesop.The Fox and the Grapes: A 5-Minute Play for Kids
Characters:
Narrator
Fox (can be played by one child or multiple childre..
26 Mar
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Building a Dream Team: Fostering Teamwork in Your School PlayA successful school play isn't just about individual talent; it's about a cast working together as a cohesive unit. Just like a sports team, your actors need to build trust, encourage each ..
06 Mar
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Casting Tips for New Theatre Directors: Finding the Perfect Fit for Your PlayCasting is a crucial step in bringing any theatrical production to life. As a new director, navigating this process can feel daunting, but fear not! Here at Twisted Plays, w..
16 Feb
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The First Rehearsal: Setting the Stage for SuccessThe first rehearsal can be daunting, but with the right approach, you can build excitement, enthusiasm, and trust with your cast. Here are some tips based on your insightful post:Make it Special:Creat..
15 Feb
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It's that time again, teachers! Time to unleash your inner casting director and discover the next Leonardo DiCaprio (or DiCapri-whoa!) hiding in your classroom. But let's face it, auditions can be more nerve-wracking than a surprise pop quiz on the D..
09 Dec
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As Shakespeare once said, "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players." For student actors, this statement couldn't be more true. Participating in a play is not just about memorizing lines or hitting your marks; it's an opportu..
19 Oct
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Hello there, fellow theatre enthusiasts! It's Joe, a theatre director who has the privilege of working with middle and high school actors for many years. Comedy in the world of theatre is a fascinating art, primarily because it's one of those rare fo..
12 Oct
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As a high school theatre director, teacher, and playwright working with young actors, I've encountered a challenge that has become increasingly prominent in today's tech-savvy world: the omnipresent smartphone. In this digital age, it's not uncommon ..
08 Oct
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As a teacher and dedicated theatre director, I've found a remarkable tool that can empower actors of all levels to breathe life into their characters on stage. It's a set of fundamental questions that delve into the heart and soul of each character. ..
11 Mar
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Free Monologue Library!Twisted Plays is now offering a Royalty Free Monologue Library!We will constantly be adding new monologues so please check the library often. Free Monologue Library..
20 Feb
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You can use this mini-play royalty free from Twisted Plays!The Three Little Pigs … a mini play
The stage is set with three houses, one made of straw, one made of sticks, and one made of bricks. PETER, SAMANTHA, and MARCUS are each in their respective..
16 Dec
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Acting games can be a fun and engaging way for children to explore their creativity, build confidence, and develop communication and social skills. Here are a few ideas for acting games that you can try with children:"Freeze!" In this game, children ..
16 Dec
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Theatre and theatrical games have long been part of the educational experience, providing students with multiple benefits. Whether students are actively engaged in live performance or learning about drama in the classroom, theatre has a big part to p..
25 Sep
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Did you know that we offer thousands of products that are NOT listed on our website?!?! You can take a look at some of our print catalogs here. Orders can be placed via email to info@twistedplays.com
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15 Mar
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We use this activity to ..warm-up the body and voiceencourage focuspractice quick decision makingraise attentivenessProcedure:The group stands forming a circle with the teacher in the middle.The teacher throws an imaginary pie at one player in the ci..
14 Mar
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We use this activity to ...increase focus, attentiveness and work on quick decision makingraise comfort level of a group and releases energyProcedure:Level 1Players stand in a circle. Player A claps his hands, ending in a pointing position toward the..
14 Mar
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We use this activity to ...learn names and something about each playerunderstand how to pantomime and communicate ideasProcedure:Gather players in a circle.Have each player say their first name and pantomime a gesture for each syllable in their name...
14 Mar
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We use this activity to ...practice learning everyone’s namespractice rhythm coordinationraise the comfort level of the groupProcedure:Sit on the floor in a big group circle.Have everyone go around and introduce their first name.Teach the group the v..
14 Mar
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We use this activity to ...help kids introduce themselves and to raise the comfort level of the groupencourages kids to overcome any stage frightProcedure:Using either a real door or an imaginary door (which you create for the players), each player m..
27 Dec
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The Deer in the BarnA deer being chased by hunters takes refuge in a barn. It escapes the hunters, but when the master discovers the deer, the stable boys kill it. (Aesop)Read and Print the script using Google Docs - CLICK HERE..
07 Dec
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We offer free classroom performances licenses on many of our plays! If you are a classroom teacher using one of our plays for educational purposes and would like to perform the show for parents/friends for free we can grant you a free license.Shows ..
21 Nov
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We use this activity to ...prepare students to use mime or pantomime on stageProcedure:Students participate in "Silent Scenes" in Drama Kids sessions. Mime is a theatrical technique used in these situations. Drama Kids are pushed to construct a chara..
16 Nov
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The Frog and the OxWhen some young frogs are frightened by an ox, their father tries to prove that he can be as big as the ox. (Aesop)Read and print using Google DOCS - CLICK HERE..
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