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Drama Study Notes Grade 5

The Grade 5 Drama Term 2 Study Notes cover key concepts such as rotation, balance, locomotion, and the use of the five senses in mime. It includes definitions and examples of movement sequences, mime sequences, and the combination of movements, as well as melodic and rhythmic phrases. Additionally, it highlights the importance of drama in enhancing confidence and teamwork, along with fun facts about the Mexican Hat Dance and famous mime artists.

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Drama Study Notes Grade 5

The Grade 5 Drama Term 2 Study Notes cover key concepts such as rotation, balance, locomotion, and the use of the five senses in mime. It includes definitions and examples of movement sequences, mime sequences, and the combination of movements, as well as melodic and rhythmic phrases. Additionally, it highlights the importance of drama in enhancing confidence and teamwork, along with fun facts about the Mexican Hat Dance and famous mime artists.

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Grade 5 Drama - Term 2 Study Notes

1. Rotation, Balance, and Locomotion

- Rotation: Turning or spinning around a central point.

Example: Twisting your upper body or doing a full turn.

- Balance: Keeping your body steady while still or moving.

Example: Standing on one foot or holding a pose without falling.

- Locomotion: Moving your body from one place to another.

Examples: Walking, hopping, crawling, skipping.

2. Mimed Actions Using the Five Senses

- Mime: Acting without words using body movements and facial expressions.

Five Senses in Mime:

- Sight: Pretending to see something (e.g. looking through binoculars).

- Hearing: Acting like you're listening to a sound (e.g. music or shouting).

- Touch: Showing how something feels (e.g. hot, cold, rough).

- Smell: Pretending to smell something (e.g. a flower or a bad odor).

- Taste: Showing how something tastes (e.g. sweet, sour, spicy).

3. Movement Sequences and Mime Sequences

- Movement Sequence: A group of body movements performed one after another to show a pattern or tell a

story.

Example: Jump, turn, clap, and pose.

- Mime Sequence: A set of silent actions used to tell a short story.

Example: Pretending to open a door, walk through, and sit down.

4. Combinations of Two or More Movements

Combining movements like bending, jumping, and spinning to create a short routine.

Example: The Mexican Hat Dance combines steps, turns, claps, and rhythm.
5. Melodic and Rhythmic Phrases

- Melodic Phrase: Movement that follows the melody of music (like a tune).

Example: Slow arm movements to soft, flowing music.

- Rhythmic Phrase: Movement that matches a beat or pattern.

Example: Stomping or clapping in time with a drum.

6. Mime and Dance Sequences

- Mime Sequence: A short performance using mime actions to tell a story without speaking.

- Dance Sequence: A planned series of dance movements that follow a rhythm or song.

7. Keywords and Definitions

Rotation - Turning or spinning around a point.

Balance - Staying steady while still or moving.

Locomotion - Moving from one place to another.

Mime - Acting using only body and face, no words.

Movement Sequence - A set of body actions done in order.

Mime Sequence - A silent performance using gestures and actions.

Melodic Phrase - Movement that follows the tune or melody.

Rhythmic Phrase - Movement that matches the beat or rhythm.

Dance Sequence - A series of dance steps performed in a pattern.

Five Senses - Sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch - used to make miming realistic.

8. Fun Facts

- The Mexican Hat Dance is Mexico's national dance.

- Mime was used in Ancient Greek and Roman theatre.

- Drama helps improve confidence, imagination, and teamwork.

- Famous mime artists include Charlie Chaplin and Marcel Marceau.

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