By combining a character, an object and a location, children practise quick thinking, creativity and committing to an idea without preparation.
1. Choose three children
Explain that this is a spontaneous improvisation challenge. Then, choose three children to perform.
2. Explain the game
Give them one character, one object and one location.
Examples might include:
Explain that they must create a scene that includes all three elements.
3. Count down
Count down clearly. The performers then begin improvising immediately, without discussion or preparation.
4. Repeat
Allow the scene to run for a short, set amount of time before stopping.
Choose new performers and repeat.
Keep scenes short to maintain energy and confidence. Encourage performers to accept the ideas given rather than resisting them. This game works particularly well for building confidence in unprepared performance.
Lucy Quick, Principal of Perform.
