Class Play
The main objective of this lesson is that the students will grow in the ability to understand and interpret Zora Neale Hurston’s folktales.
Another objective of this lesson is that the class will work together to produce a play.
Another objective of this lesson is that the students will grow in the ability to speak publicly.
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1. Have the students vote on which of Zora Neale Hurston’s folktales they wish to dramatize.
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2. Choose a cast, stage crew, art team for scenery and any other teams the class feels is necessary.
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3. Allocate 3 class periods and 2 after-school sessions a week for practice for a month.
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4. Put on class play for other classes and possibly for the PTA.