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Play's the Thing: Three Play Formats for a University Classroom

Tory Stephen Thorkelson (Hanyang University, Korea)

 

Abstract

I have been both an amateur and a professional actor, and over the years I have used many acting techniques in my classroom including role plays, dialogues, and improvisation. However, most recently I have been using radio plays, puppet plays, and 10-minute plays to encourage group work and script writing so my students can experience different types of theater. This workshop will highlight how and why I have used these with some sample student performances and scripts that we will perform parts of, if time permits.

Workshop (in person, 80 minutes)

Drama/Performance in the Classroom

Primarily of Interest to Teachers of University Students


About the Presenter

Tory S. Thorkelson is a past president of KOTESOL's Seoul Chapter and also KOTESOL, and an associate professor at Hanyang University. He has co-built a skills-based university program. He helped found the Seoul Players and has served as an adviser to the ELL Drama Club for 15+ years. His teaching portfolio includes over 30 courses he has designed in a variety of areas/disciplines.