Rehearsing in Shakespeare's Theatre - Cue Scripts

Teaching level: Key Stage 3 (ages 11-14)Key Stage 4 (ages 14-16)Key Stage 5 (ages 16+)B2 / IELTS 5.5-6.5C1 / IELTS 7.0-8.0C2 / IELTS 8.5-9.5
Topic: Historical context
Resource type: Classroom resource

Learn how Shakespeare's actors rehearsed their lines and step into their shoes. Can your students make sense of scenes when they only know the lines of one of the characters? This is a great exercise to understand the importance of listening on stage.

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