NCERT Textbook: Explore

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THEATRE
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Bansuri–I  ?  Class 3
104
For the Teacher
??  Names of chapters in this unit have been 
modelled as a drama script which is divided 
into acts and scenes. The same concept has 
been used to divide chapters and lessons.
 Act 1 = Chapter 1
 Scene 1 = Lesson 1
 Scene 2 = Lesson 2
??  Vidushaka is a character from traditional 
Indian theatre. This character is used in 
Sanskrit theatre, to connect the scenes with 
humour and antics. This character can 
assume any form as per the situation and 
speak about it. Here, it is used as a friend 
of the children who introduces them to the 
concepts and ideas in theatre, guiding them 
with information as they proceed from one 
activity to another. Important take-aways and 
lessons for children are spoken by Vidushaka.
??  A spacious empty room or playground — free 
from obstructions or sharp objects that may 
cause injury — should be provided for children 
to move around freely. 
??  The teacher has to demonstrate activities, 
before asking the children to do them. It is 
important to let children think and come 
up with their own ideas or situations. 
Additional examples and ideas are given 
in the QR codes to help the teacher in 
demonstrating the activities.
??  The teacher is free to repeat an activity 
as the class requires.
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THEATRE
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Bansuri–I  ?  Class 3
104
For the Teacher
??  Names of chapters in this unit have been 
modelled as a drama script which is divided 
into acts and scenes. The same concept has 
been used to divide chapters and lessons.
 Act 1 = Chapter 1
 Scene 1 = Lesson 1
 Scene 2 = Lesson 2
??  Vidushaka is a character from traditional 
Indian theatre. This character is used in 
Sanskrit theatre, to connect the scenes with 
humour and antics. This character can 
assume any form as per the situation and 
speak about it. Here, it is used as a friend 
of the children who introduces them to the 
concepts and ideas in theatre, guiding them 
with information as they proceed from one 
activity to another. Important take-aways and 
lessons for children are spoken by Vidushaka.
??  A spacious empty room or playground — free 
from obstructions or sharp objects that may 
cause injury — should be provided for children 
to move around freely. 
??  The teacher has to demonstrate activities, 
before asking the children to do them. It is 
important to let children think and come 
up with their own ideas or situations. 
Additional examples and ideas are given 
in the QR codes to help the teacher in 
demonstrating the activities.
??  The teacher is free to repeat an activity 
as the class requires.
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If yes, you are already good in theatre! 
Theatre is a fun way of making 
stories come alive! What you imagine 
can happen in front of you! Ideas, 
emotions, situations and stories come 
to life as you watch them unfold 
before you. 
Sounds exciting?
Now, imagine being a part of these 
stories, situations and emotions … 
living it for a short period before 
you return to your real life—isn’t 
that exciting?
Let us start the journey into this world 
of drama. It will make you laugh and cry. 
You will also learn many life lessons. 
Have you played 
‘pretend’ with friends?       
     I’m sure you have 
created stories with 
your toys!
You must have 
imagined going into 
a different world …
I know you enjoy creating 
different situations.
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THEATRE
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Bansuri–I  ?  Class 3
104
For the Teacher
??  Names of chapters in this unit have been 
modelled as a drama script which is divided 
into acts and scenes. The same concept has 
been used to divide chapters and lessons.
 Act 1 = Chapter 1
 Scene 1 = Lesson 1
 Scene 2 = Lesson 2
??  Vidushaka is a character from traditional 
Indian theatre. This character is used in 
Sanskrit theatre, to connect the scenes with 
humour and antics. This character can 
assume any form as per the situation and 
speak about it. Here, it is used as a friend 
of the children who introduces them to the 
concepts and ideas in theatre, guiding them 
with information as they proceed from one 
activity to another. Important take-aways and 
lessons for children are spoken by Vidushaka.
??  A spacious empty room or playground — free 
from obstructions or sharp objects that may 
cause injury — should be provided for children 
to move around freely. 
??  The teacher has to demonstrate activities, 
before asking the children to do them. It is 
important to let children think and come 
up with their own ideas or situations. 
Additional examples and ideas are given 
in the QR codes to help the teacher in 
demonstrating the activities.
??  The teacher is free to repeat an activity 
as the class requires.
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Theatre  
105
If yes, you are already good in theatre! 
Theatre is a fun way of making 
stories come alive! What you imagine 
can happen in front of you! Ideas, 
emotions, situations and stories come 
to life as you watch them unfold 
before you. 
Sounds exciting?
Now, imagine being a part of these 
stories, situations and emotions … 
living it for a short period before 
you return to your real life—isn’t 
that exciting?
Let us start the journey into this world 
of drama. It will make you laugh and cry. 
You will also learn many life lessons. 
Have you played 
‘pretend’ with friends?       
     I’m sure you have 
created stories with 
your toys!
You must have 
imagined going into 
a different world …
I know you enjoy creating 
different situations.
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Namaste Vidushaka!
Namaste! My name is 
Vidushaka. I have been 
in theatre for many 
years. I am familiar 
with every inch and 
detail of what happens 
in theatre, and I enjoy 
every moment being 
here. I will be taking 
you on a super-exciting 
journey to introduce 
my world to you!
Awesome! Have you missed anything? 
Your list looks good! But, of all the things 
you listed, did you remember to write ‘the 
space around you’ and ‘the space within 
you’ (mind). These are the most important 
things you will need. Let us ??nd out more 
about these … 
Let us EXPLORE !
First, let us make a list of things 
that you think are a part of theatre    !
    
    
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THEATRE
4 THEATRE.indd   103 14-06-2024   11:54:42
Bansuri–I  ?  Class 3
104
For the Teacher
??  Names of chapters in this unit have been 
modelled as a drama script which is divided 
into acts and scenes. The same concept has 
been used to divide chapters and lessons.
 Act 1 = Chapter 1
 Scene 1 = Lesson 1
 Scene 2 = Lesson 2
??  Vidushaka is a character from traditional 
Indian theatre. This character is used in 
Sanskrit theatre, to connect the scenes with 
humour and antics. This character can 
assume any form as per the situation and 
speak about it. Here, it is used as a friend 
of the children who introduces them to the 
concepts and ideas in theatre, guiding them 
with information as they proceed from one 
activity to another. Important take-aways and 
lessons for children are spoken by Vidushaka.
??  A spacious empty room or playground — free 
from obstructions or sharp objects that may 
cause injury — should be provided for children 
to move around freely. 
??  The teacher has to demonstrate activities, 
before asking the children to do them. It is 
important to let children think and come 
up with their own ideas or situations. 
Additional examples and ideas are given 
in the QR codes to help the teacher in 
demonstrating the activities.
??  The teacher is free to repeat an activity 
as the class requires.
4 THEATRE.indd   104 14-06-2024   11:54:44
Theatre  
105
If yes, you are already good in theatre! 
Theatre is a fun way of making 
stories come alive! What you imagine 
can happen in front of you! Ideas, 
emotions, situations and stories come 
to life as you watch them unfold 
before you. 
Sounds exciting?
Now, imagine being a part of these 
stories, situations and emotions … 
living it for a short period before 
you return to your real life—isn’t 
that exciting?
Let us start the journey into this world 
of drama. It will make you laugh and cry. 
You will also learn many life lessons. 
Have you played 
‘pretend’ with friends?       
     I’m sure you have 
created stories with 
your toys!
You must have 
imagined going into 
a different world …
I know you enjoy creating 
different situations.
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Bansuri–I  ?  Class 3
106
Namaste Vidushaka!
Namaste! My name is 
Vidushaka. I have been 
in theatre for many 
years. I am familiar 
with every inch and 
detail of what happens 
in theatre, and I enjoy 
every moment being 
here. I will be taking 
you on a super-exciting 
journey to introduce 
my world to you!
Awesome! Have you missed anything? 
Your list looks good! But, of all the things 
you listed, did you remember to write ‘the 
space around you’ and ‘the space within 
you’ (mind). These are the most important 
things you will need. Let us ??nd out more 
about these … 
Let us EXPLORE !
First, let us make a list of things 
that you think are a part of theatre    !
    
    
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AcTi ViTy 1     Speedy Steps
Walk in the room or playground randomly. 
Do not follow the same path or do not go in 
circles. Do not stop till instructed. Do not 
touch others or step on their feet. Listen 
attentively and follow the instructions as you 
go. 
• Teacher will give you constant 
instructions on the speed of walking. 
• Speed ‘5’ is your normal speed of walking. 
Speed ‘1’ is the slowest. Speed is the ‘10’ 
fastest (no running).
• START. Walk in the room at ‘5’, walk at 
‘8’ and walk at ‘3’ (and so on with a gap 
of about 20–25 seconds).
• After this is repeated for about 4–5 minutes 
(or when the teacher senses that the 
children are in the right rhythm), include 
‘freeze’ and then continue with the speeds.
  AcT 1 ScENE 1—WALK OF WONDER
you Will Learn 
Alertness and focus,  
visualisation, 
concentration, team 
work, facial expression, 
and body language.
Learn to 
explore 
possibilities 
and new ways 
to think as you 
discover the 
space you are 
in, the objects 
around you, 
your own body 
and mind, your 
connection 
with others in 
the team.
15   EXPLORE
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