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DRAMA-IN-CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES

inwardBOUND’s Drama-in-Curriculum (DIC) or Short Term Applied Arts Programmes integrate drama-based pedagogy into classroom learning, supporting schools in delivering engaging, experiential lessons aligned with MOE curriculum frameworks. Our programmes strengthen communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and executive functions, while complementing academic learning across subject areas.

Through carefully scaffolded drama strategies (including role-play, improvisation, physicalisation, and guided reflection) students actively engage with content, explore perspectives, and develop expressive clarity. Each programme is designed to be age-appropriate, outcomes-driven, and adaptable, allowing teachers to integrate drama meaningfully within curriculum time.

Programmes are facilitated by trained drama educators and teaching artists who work closely with schools to ensure curricular relevance, classroom appropriateness, and smooth implementation.

Some of Our Programme Offerings include:

  • Drama 101: Drama for Beginners

  • Public Speaking 101

  • Film Campaign Creation

  • Digital Storytelling

  • Playwriting / Screenwriting

  • Puppetry for Beginners

  • Adapting Short Stories for the Stage

  • Adapting Literary Classics

  • Playbuilding Towards Performance

  • Bringing STELLAR Texts to Life

  • Speech and Drama Programmes

  • Devising Theatre

  • Physical Theatre

  • Forum Theatre for Beginners

  • Playback Theatre for Beginners

Selected Drama-in-Curriculum programmes are listed under the National Arts Council – Arts Education Programme (NAC-AEP) and are eligible for up to 50% subsidy, subject to NAC guidelines and school eligibility.

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200K

Students Impacted

70+

Distinctions at Singapore Youth Festivals

10+

Years of Government Partnerships

14

Years of Community Impact

An introductory programme that introduces students to the fundamentals of drama through structured games, role-play, and ensemble work. Students build confidence while learning to express ideas creatively and collaboratively.

SKILLS OUTCOMES:
  • Vocal and physical expression

  • Confidence and collaboration

  • Basic improvisation and performance awareness

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Students explore the fundamentals of writing for stage and screen, learning how to craft characters, dialogue, and narrative structure. The programme encourages creative expression and disciplined storytelling.

SKILLS OUTCOMES:
  • Narrative and dramatic structure

  • Character and dialogue writing

  • Creative writing discipline

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Students learn to translate written texts into performance, exploring character, staging, & dramatic structure. Students will strengthen literary understanding through embodied learning.

SKILLS OUTCOMES:
  • Textual interpretation

  • Adaptation and dramaturgy

  • Performance application

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Students collaborate to create original theatrical material, developing ideas into a structured performance. The programme emphasises teamwork, creative problem-solving, and performance discipline.

SKILLS OUTCOMES:
  • Customisable literature text integration

  • Story development and structure

  • Ensemble performance skills

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This programme introduces students to storytelling through digital media, combining narrative development with basic filming and editing techniques. Students learn to communicate ideas creatively using visual and digital tools.

SKILLS OUTCOMES:
  • Visual storytelling

  • Media literacy

  • Creative communication

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Students work collaboratively to conceptualise and produce short films around a central message or theme. The programme integrates storytelling, performance, and media production skills.

SKILLS OUTCOMES:
  • Creative planning and collaboration

  • Performance for camera

  • Media production awareness

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Using drama-based techniques, students learn to speak clearly, confidently, and purposefully in front of an audience. The programme supports effective communication across academic and co-curricular contexts.

SKILLS OUTCOMES:
  • Vocal projection and clarity

  • Audience engagement

  • Presentation confidence

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Students are introduced to applied theatre through interactive performances that explore real-life issues. The programme develops empathy, critical thinking, and problem-solving through participation and reflection.

SKILLS OUTCOMES:
  • Perspective-taking

  • Decision-making

  • Critical reflection

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An advanced programme where students collaboratively create original theatre through research, experimentation, and reflection. Emphasis is placed on process, artistic inquiry, and ensemble practice.

SKILLS OUTCOMES:
  • Creative inquiry

  • Ensemble collaboration

  • Reflective practice

SCHOOL REVIEWS

SUHAILY SUPAHAN

TEACHER, JURONGVILLE SECONDARY

I was very impressed with the teamwork from the company. Everyone came down to help in pushing and motivating the students. Everything was delivered; from sourcing of production to organizing and providing help for teachers. Very surprising for a drama company. Really trust the professionalism...

CINDY BEH

TEACHER, XINMIN SECONDARY

Director and trainers are knowledgeable about their craft and professional in their work. They are accommodating and acceded to requests and ideas from the school. They were able to engage the students and push them to their limits. In the process, the students learnt and improved in their skills and built resilience.

JOSH WONG

TEACHER, CEDAR GIRLS' SECONDARY

Both Principal and Vice-Principal commended on the well-conceived plot that touched the hearts of many. The mother and daughter relationship resonated with members of the audience...

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