Page 28 - Year 8 Knowledge Organiser
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Drama: 4 of 6
What does it mean to work as an What skills are important when
ensemble? working as an ensemble?
An ensemble is a group of performers who perform Teamwork is one of the most important skills when
together instead of performing as individuals. working as an ensemble, learning how to work
with others toward the same goal.
It is an approach to acting achieved by all members
of a cast working together on the play, rather than Communication skills are also essential when
emphasizing individual performances. working collaboratively as an ensemble, this is
because you need to ensure you are actively
listening to each other and you are also able to
offer you own ideas to the group, whilst listening to
the needs of each performer in the group e.g. an
injury.
