Casting Anonymously Download

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Tips for Casting Roles in a Classroom

For drama to be successful, the leader must create a classroom environment that is safe (physically, emotionally, and intellectually) for the students.  Using anonymous casting techniques is one way to protect emotional safety.  One never knows which participant will be hurt by not being selected or being selected for an “unfavorable” role.  Casting anonymously keeps the leader from assigning roles in a manner that might be perceived as biased.  Read this PDF for tips and ideas to cast drama roles anonymously.