Acting Our City Stories With Playback Theater
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
Drama
Grades 5-8
30-60 Minutes
Materials Needed
- • Open space where students can sit in a circle or semi-circle
- • Optional: simple props (scarves, hats, or other items to help "act out" stories) (Optional)
Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
You can find an introduction to Goal 11, as well as the Targets & Indicators, Objectives, and Action Planning Resources on the Goal overview page.
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Students learn about Playback Theater, where personal stories are shared and then immediately acted out by performers, creating a powerful community-building experience.
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Share and Act Out Stories
Students share brief personal stories about their community or city experiences. Other students act out these stories, exploring different perspectives and building empathy.
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How does hearing and seeing personal stories deepen understanding of community diversity?
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Why are inclusive, safe spaces important for all?
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