What is Poetry In Action?
Poetry In Action is an exciting and versatile program aimed at English students in years 7-12.
- It is comprised
of 3 actors who travel to schools throughout NSW and put their voices
and energy into the works of such poets as Banjo Patterson, Wilfred Owen, Komninos Zervos, Samuel Taylor Coleridge,
Gwen Harwood, and many,
many more!
- Each show
will look at different ways of interpreting the text and will encourage
students to think about and develop their own interpretations.
- Our 4 shows are: Poetry at Play, Poetry and Places, Journey into Poetry, and Words of War. You can
book any or all of our 4 shows.
- This comprehensive
and exciting program is only $7.50 per student* with discounts available on multiple bookings.
- The show
runs 35-40 minutes and is followed by a 5-10 minute question time where
the students may interact with the actors.
- One of the
core aims of Poetry in Action is to give students an understanding of
the thoughts, feelings and motivations of the poet, as well as an understanding
of their poetic technique.
- Teachers
and students can continue to recieve help from Shaman Productions through
our resources page and via email.
- You can take advantage of this great program and BOOK NOW online.
*Based on a booking of 100 students. Minimum charge per show is $750.00
Why Poetry in Action?
"A
poem should not mean
But be"
Archibald McLiesh
Poetry is one of the most important parts of the English syllabus. It can also be one of the hardest subjects for students to grasp.
Too often poetry is approached as though it is literature intended to be studied and read.
Often it is not.
Poems
are meant to be read out loud.
Poetry is a vocal score which has value on the page - like a musical score - but in the same way poetry, like music, is ultimately designed to be performed and heard by an audience.
And that is the basis of our shows - communicating the thoughts, feelings and ideas of a poem to an audience through the use of accomplished performers.
When a poem is presented to you by professional actors live on stage,
things change.
Meanings become clearer.
Words are no longer
just letters on a page - they become the thoughts, feelings and insights
of the poet.
That is when your students are given a true and visceral insight into
their poems of study.
Shaman Productions' rehearsed poetry readings and workshops are the perfect way to energise, enlighten and engage your students.
Click here to read some of the testimonials from teachers and students who've already benefited from the Poetry in Action experience.
Or click here to read our full treatise on poetry as published in the English Teachers' Association Magazine.
