STUDENT & TEACHER PD WORKSHOPS
Poetry in Action is proud to offer both Student and Teacher PD workshops!
Performing Poetry
Engage English and Drama students with an impactful workshop exploring poetry through performance, decoding complex texts and boosting understanding. Students will explore ways to illuminate figurative language through physical theatre. They will analyse aural techniques, punctuation, and parts of speech, and bring the music of poetry to life through vocal techniques. This engaging workshop harnesses the power of embodied learning to deepen your students’ understanding of poetry and the power of language. Customise your workshop by selecting up to 5 modules and 11 different poems spanning Shakespearean sonnets to contemporary free verse.
*Available Australia-wide and New Zealand
Character and Text
Prepare your students for performance exams or scripted drama with this workshop led by theatre professionals. Uncover character clues, develop authentic relationships, and create powerful performances. Customisable for different content and duration.
*Currently only available in Sydney. If your school is outside Sydney and interested, let us know, and we will see what we can do!
Group Devised Projects
Led by professional actors and directors, this workshop will support your students to develop ensemble performance skills, devise impactful group performances, and enhance literacy through poetry stimulus materials.
*Currently only available in Sydney. If your school is outside Sydney and interested, let us know, and we will see what we can do!
Speak The Revolution
How do great speakers move an audience to action? This workshop equips students with practical tools to deliver powerful, persuasive speeches using the classic modes of ethos, pathos, and logos. Augment your student’s persuasive toolbox with powerful performance techniques to speak with confidence, clarity, and conviction.
*Currently only available in Sydney. If your school is outside Sydney and interested, let us know, and we will see what we can do!
Have something else in mind for your students?
Get in touch to discuss a bespoke workshop option for your school!
Poetry through Performance: Give that Verse some Voice! TEACHER PD
Join our dynamic workshop designed for high school English teachers to enhance your poetry teaching strategies. This professional development aligns with AITSL standards, offering modules on text analysis, characterisation, and ensemble performance. Learn to break down complex poetry, apply innovative teaching methods, and engage students through movement and breath work. Elevate your classroom practice and inspire your students’ literary talents with our hands-on, interactive sessions.
AITSL Links: Module 1 – Analysing the Text: Standard 1 1.2 Standard 2 2.1, 2.5Module 2 – Characterisation: Standard 3 3.1, 3.3 Standard 4 4.1, 4.2Module 3 – Ensemble Performance: Standard 5 5.1, 5.2*Currently only available in Sydney. If outside Sydney and interested, let us know and we will see what we can do!
Teacher as Performer
Join Head of Education and Associate Director Erica Lovell, theatre maker and educator, for an inspiring professional development experience. This dynamic session will equip teachers with performance skills to enhance their classroom delivery and foster stronger connections with students. Drawing on her extensive experience in theatre and education, Erica will guide you through practical techniques to bring lessons to life, making learning more engaging and impactful. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your teaching practice and ignite your students’ passion for learning.
AITSL Links: Standard 1 1.2 Standard 4 4.1, 4.3
*Currently only available in Sydney. If outside Sydney and interested, let us know and we will see what we can do!
learning links
For the full breakdown of the ACARA, NSW and AITSL Links please click here