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An immersive workshop blending creativity, drama techniques, and classroom strategy
Apeejay School, Noida teachers explore ‘Theatre in Education’ with an expert
In a spirited move to enrich pedagogical practices, a dynamic workshop on ‘Theatre in Education’ was conducted by renowned theatre expert Mr. Sandeep Rawat, at Apeejay School, Noida for the Pre-Primary and Primary teachers. The interactive session aimed to empower educators with theatre-based strategies to make classroom learning more engaging, creative, and emotionally resonant for young learners.
The workshop began with ice-breaking activities that immediately set the tone of enthusiasm, collaboration, and openness. Through these initial exercises, Mr. Rawat skillfully established a foundation for active participation and imaginative exploration, crucial elements in both theatre and education.
He elaborated on the distinction between drama and theatre, highlighting that while theatre focuses on performance and presentation, drama in education is about the learning process. He urged teachers to embrace their role as performers in the classroom, encouraging the use of voice modulation, body language, and presence to create vibrant and interactive learning spaces.
Among the highlights was the Freeze Picture Activity, where teachers worked in teams to depict real-life scenarios such as a hospital, park, restaurant, and railway station. This not only enhanced their observational and interpretative skills but also fostered collaboration and creative thinking.
To deepen understanding, Mr. Rawat introduced practical theatre tools such as stage positioning terms like front right, middle middle, and back left—helping teachers understand spatial awareness in performance. He also explained the core principles of drama: Graph, Back, and Block—techniques essential to structuring effective and meaningful theatre-based lessons.
Another key takeaway was the concept of muscle isolation for better body control and expression, and the idea that movement, though not always necessary, can be a powerful aid to storytelling when used with purpose. Mr. Rawat also introduced the circle of attention—a strategy to help students stay focused during activities. He cleverly referred to distractions in the classroom as a “black hole” that must be consciously managed to maintain engagement.
The workshop concluded with inspired teachers equipped with fresh ideas, newfound confidence, and a toolkit of creative techniques. Mr. Rawat’s session was not just informative—it was a compelling reminder of how imagination and empathy can transform the teaching-learning experience.
