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Life’s a Riot, directed by Ian Mune, now available for purchase
DVD & CDThe true story of Jim Edwards, charged with instigating the biggest riot in our country’s history, is set during the Great Depression of 1932. It is told through the slowly maturing eyes of his 14 year old son, James.
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Year 13 Drama Study Guide by Jane Luton and Marthy Watson
Books, CurriculumOn Sale Now! Good News for Teachers of Level 3 Drama from ESA. This Study Guide covers all the NCEA Level 3 Drama Achievement Standards.
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Check out the fabulous new Dance book, Tirairaka DANCE IN NEW ZEALAND 2009 by Jan Bolwell
Books, ResearchDance Education in New Zealand Schools 1900 – 2008.
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Congratulations to Patrick Spillane and Mahobe on the publication of Will’s Twins
Announcements, Books, ScriptsCheck out the latest publication by one of New Zealand’s foremost playwrights for young people.
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Telling Tales two new Drama books by Susan Battye launched
Announcements, Books, Curriculum, TeachingThe Telling Tales series focusses on traditional fables, myths and legends from around the world. This progressive series is packed with practical ideas which will develop drama literacy, provoke discussions related to human values, and promote competency in students and teachers alike. The strategies and themes offered make the integration of drama into other Arts, English, and Social Sciences curricula highly manageable.
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Janet Jennings Senior Arts Advisor from the Ministry of Education responds
Curriculum, Discussion, Reviews, TeachingAnyone is welcome to respond to the publication of the E-journal, Research in New Zealand Performing and Education: Arts Nga Mahi a Rehia
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Niu Sila Education Pack
Curriculum, Scripts, TeachingNiu Sila is a hugely popular Pacific Island play with students and teachers alike. Check out this well thought out education pack from Auckland Theatre Company’s
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Jigsaw and United We Stand two plays for classroom and school performance
Books, Scripts, TeachingJigsaw is a 56 minute contemporary socio-drama by Susan Battye set in Auckland and Hamilton across two generations. United We Stand is a one hour 20 minute ‘centennial’ play that describes a moment in New Zealand’s social history in 1908, with humour and pathos, music and dance!
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Tough Act an inside look at the New Zealand School of Drama Toi Whakaari
DVD & CDFor the first time cameras were allowed inside the prestigious school, the training ground for many of NZ’s finest actors, techs, directors, designers and managers. This resource is ideal material for your Drama releiver as it plays out in 10/ 20 minute slots! The quality is excellent and it is suitable for Year 10 and above.
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Book Review: Te Mauri Pakeaka – A Journey to the Third Space
Books, ReviewsBy Drama New Zealand Executive Member, Janinka Greenwood, and Arnold Wilson. Published by Auckland University Press, Te Mauri Pakeaka tells the story of the Pakeaka, a unique educational programme that took place in New Zealand in the 1970’s. Reviewer: Susan Battye
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Baghdad, Baby! By Dean Parker – New Play Press Publication 2007
ScriptsAn exotic tragi-comic epic with romantic overtones, Baghdad, Baby! is a perfect balance of humour, politics, broken hearts and outrage. Read an excerpt from the text and decide for yourself!
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Awhi Tapu by Albert Belz – New Play Press Publication 2007
ScriptsAt the foot of the Urewera ranges lies Awhi Tapu – a desolate forestry village. With the forestry industry closed down, most have left – Wendyl, Sonny, Casper and Girl Girl have only each other and their fertile imaginations to rely on. Awhi Tapu is a story of loss, belonging, but most of all, friendship. Read the sample text and decide for yourself!
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Book Review : Drama Therapy and Story Making in Special Education (2006)
Books, ReviewsDrama New Zealand member, Elizabeth Anderson, says in her review, “Paula Crimmens has put her experience to valuable use in her book Drama Therapy and Storymaking in Special Education, 2006, published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers – a practical resource book for professionals working with students in special needs schools.”
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South Pacific Pictures: The Inside Story
DVD & CD, Events, Teaching[ October 22, 2009; 2:00 am; ] Planning next year’s English and Media Studies NCEA Levels 1-3 programme? Announcing the launch of the DVDROM South Pacific Pictures: The Inside Story! Special opening price of $399.95 available until Dec 1 2009. Check out the information, including John Barnett’s product endorsement and downloadable order forms, here on the South Pacific Pictures website.
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Year 13 Drama Study Guide by Jane Luton and Marthy Watson
TeachingOn Sale Now! Good News for Teachers of Level 3 Drama from ESA. This Study Guide covers all the NCEA Level 3 Drama Achievement Standards.
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Life’s A Riot
DVD & CDThe true story of Jim Edwards, charged with instigating the biggest riot in our country’s history, is set during the Great Depression of 1932. It is told through the slowly maturing eyes of his 14 year old son, James.
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Drama at Arts OnLine
TeachingArts Online is an online community with teaching resources for dance, drama, visual arts, art history, music and drama teachers in primary and secondary schools. For the Drama section of Arts Online, please visit: http://arts.unitec.ac.nz/drama/
It provides free access to:Engaging with the Curriculum (2007) resource and key document area
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Once Were Warriors On Stage Educational CD-Rom
E-BooksWatch the promo movie showcasing the excellent interactive educational CD-Rom Once Were Warriors on Stage. Product is available from Contemporary Arts Media www.artfilms.com.au
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MUST SEE: Dance and Drama in Uganda Promo Movie!
E-BooksWatch this 12MB promotional movie showcasing the many features of the unique CD-ROM: Dance and Drama in Uganda: The Pearl of Africa. Developed by Susan Battye, Mercy Mirembe Ntangaare and Ian Allan. Product is available from Contemporary Arts Media.
