THEATRE HISTORY

A3 RESEARCH MATS

These A3 Theatre History Research Mats are designed to help drama students explore key theatre movements, styles, genres and practitioners in a clear, visual and structured way. Each mat gives students space to research, organise and summarise the most important information about a theatre style, while also encouraging them to make links between historical context, performance conventions and practical drama work.

Each mat is divided into eight key sections:

• Historical Context

• Key Features & Conventions

• Space & Staging

• Acting Style

• Design Elements

• Plays, Stories & Themes

• Key Practitioners

• Legacy

This structure helps students build a rounded understanding of 30 different theatre movements. It supports both written research and practical application in the drama classroom.