Dyslexia & Me

Drama at St Luke's CE Primary
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Saturday 22 June 10:15 AM

Our film explores the topic and difficulties of Dyslexia in primary school through the character of Lily.

She is often a misunderstood, isolated and frustrated character. Initially unaware she has Dyslexia, she questions why her friends find reading and writing so easy. She questions her own intelligence, self-worth and ability in all she does. However, with the help of her teachers and friends, she not only learns about her condition, but also the best ways to help her manage it and unleash her full potential.

Devised and developed with a group of students, our film blends a fictional narrative with documentary sequences; ensuring that the children featured also learn about the subject matter they are creating.

All students featured have had significant creative input into the film that we have created – including scripting scenes, choreographing sequences, character motivations, choosing characters and costumes, as well as directing scenes and key sequences.

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