DRAMA IN EDUCATION

                 MEANING OF DRAMA

Drama is that form of art, which explores the tension and tension of the person, it is that form of art in which a story is presented between the audience, through dialogues and physical actions. During the play, the story is communicated through the various components of the theater such as acting, costume, visualization, lighting, music, and dialogue. The intellectual and emotional impact of a play and the message it conveys on both the actors and the audience.

       Drama is like a mirror in which we can evaluate our image and deeply understand human behavior and emotions. Makes it bigger.

           AIMS OF DRAMA

      Theatrical education uses the theatrical form of art as a power resource, it also includes the training of the performer which promotes the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of children, it is a multiple sensory approach, which aims at the following: is oriented towards achieving

*Increase in self consciousness (mind, body, voice) and coordination and empathy.

* To promote creativity and cleanliness in the verbal and non-verbal communication of ideas.

* Foster a deeper understanding of human behavior, motivation, diversity, culture and history.

        Drama Education The elements of theater such as costumes, visuals, light music, dialogue, sounds, repetition of stories, etc. are used to enhance the learning experience of children. Natya Shiksha makes students experience different roles during theatrical activities, which are useful in later life.

BENEFITS  AND IMPORTANCE OF DRAMA IN EDUCATION :---

**Increase in the confidence of the students:-

 Accepting a new role in the classroom and playing a particular character on stage in front of an audience helps children to have confidence in their ideas and abilities. The confidence gained through the act of drama will help them in their work in later life in their school and school. Gets involved in various aspects of their lives.

**Enhancing the imagination of the students :----

Exploring creative options in the course of play, thinking up new ideas, putting familiar objects in front of the audience in new ways, etc. activities increase the imagination of children and as Einstein said, imagination is more important than knowledge.

**Development of empathy:---

Playing different characters between actors from different cultures in different situations helps the child to understand and be tolerant of other's point of view and thus enhance their empathy.

* Promote the spirit of cooperation / collective spirit:---

Natya Kala combines the ideas and abilities of the participants. This collaborative process includes traditional conceptual exchanges, rehearsal presentations, etc. These activities develop the spirit of cooperation and group spirit among the children, which is very important in life.

* Promotes concentration :----

Theatrical art is performed in front of a large audience. In such a situation, its rehearsal, presentation. High level of concentration is expected from the participants. This concentration is on all the stages of thoughts, bodily actions etc.

*Increase in communication skills and speech:----

 It is necessary at all levels. This practice of concentration helps the child at all levels in later life.

*Development of problem solving skills :---

Children learn how, with whom, when, how much and how to communicate while participating in play. Also, it helps in quick thinking and quick problem solving to handle anticipated situations in the middle of the play at times.

* Sports / Fun & Entertainment :----

Drama is an act of play, fun and entertainment for children, which increases the motivation of children and reduces their stress.

*A powerful medium of emotional expression:---

Play activities provide a medium for children to express a variety of emotions and repressed desires, help them reduce aggression and stress in a safe constructive manner, and reduce the likelihood of anti social social behaviours.

* COMFORT FEELING :----

Many theatrical activities play an important role in expressing physical, mental, emotional stress to children and reducing the stress generated.

* Promote self-discipline :----

Drama is a counter-function in the form of presentation of ideas and actions that cost children practice and patience.

*Promoting mutual trust:-----

 Interactions between the participants during the different process of play The participants have physical mobility in the play activities which enhances flexibility, coordination, balance and control while keeping the child's body active.

* Physical health benefits :--

Increases confidence in oneself towards others and in the process Play activities have physical mobility which increases flexibility, coordination, balance and control while keeping the child's body active.

* Increase in memory power :---

During the rehearsal and re-practice of the activities of the play, the child has to remember all the words, gestures, physical condition etc. and repeat them again and again, which is helpful in increasing the memory power of the child.

* Creating socially aware:----

The activities of drama, such as stories, poems, fables, games, etc., teach the child about various social dimensions, social problems, conflicts between cultures, etc. 

* Increase in aesthetic sense:---

 Participation in drama and watching plays both enhance critical thinking and aesthetic sense in children. Thus it can be said that moral education is very important for the all round development of the child.