Drama and theatre have had a rollercoaster existence in curriculum policy, often side-lined as a non-academic subject – the poor relation of reading and writing. Yet, as any teachers and artists know, the making of stories together offers a rich and fertile ground for knowledge generation and making meaning.
Children can draw upon their lived experiences as they make, tell and listen to stories; they can explore their hopes, fears and aspirations together. The learning and experiences gained from drama give children the opportunity to ‘rehearse’ possible futures together. This is challenging and necessary work, and has never been so important as children face the challenges of an even more uncertain future.
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