Teatro a scuola
Sonia Beretta
“Theater as a Language Tool – A New Way to Learn & Speak Italian!”
This innovative theater project transforms Italian language learning into a dynamic and interactive experience, moving beyond traditional literary theater to offer practical, real-life communication scenarios.
Instead of focusing on famous historical plays, this approach provides schools with an agile, accessible, and immediately usable tool, making Italian fun, engaging, and directly applicable to everyday situations.
Why Use Theater to Teach Italian?
- Real-Life Communication Through Theater – Dialogues that reflect everyday interactions
- Practical Scripts for Immediate Use – Students can memorize or read dialogues for quick learning
- No Stage Sets or Costumes Required – A simple and effective method that focuses on language, not logistics
A Powerful Communicative & Lexical Approach
- Direct & Usable Vocabulary – Helps students master expressions and modern conversational Italian
- Encourages Spontaneous Speech – Prepares students to think and speak naturally
- Adaptable to Any Classroom Setting – Teachers can choose to integrate costumes and scenery, but they are not required
- From Dialogue to Improvisation – Mastering Italian Through Performance
- Beyond Scripts – The project encourages students to take ownership of the language, developing confidence and fluency
- Spontaneous Role-Playing & Improvisation – Encourages students to interact and think in Italian, making them active participants in their learning
Innovative Technology for Maximum Engagement
- Teacher-Friendly Tools – Teachers can use pre-made worksheets or create custom materials with an automated generator
- Interactive Student Features – Complete and submit worksheets
- Publish creative works & recordings
Send assignments and reflections to teachers
Teacher’s Guide Section – Provides methodological guidance and classroom implementation strategies.
Four Thematic Sections for a Well-Rounded Learning Experience
- In the Family – Daily conversations and interactions
- Professions – Workplace dialogues and social dynamics
- Reimagined Fairy Tales – Classic stories with a modern twist
- Society & Everyday Life – Exploring real-world issues and discussions
A fresh, engaging, and communicative approach to teaching Italian—where language comes to life through theater!