Oxford Playscripts: The Terrible Fate of Humpty Dumpty

Victimised by the cruel, cunning Stubbs, Terry Dumpton, nicknamed Humpty Dumpty, resorts to truancy to avoid his bullies. Following pressure from his tormentors to prove he isn't a coward, Terry takes part in a dangerous activity resulting in a fatal outcome...Victimised by the cruel, cunning Stubbs, Terry Dumpton, nicknamed Humpty Dumpty, resorts to truancy to avoid his bullies. Following pressure from his tormentors to prove he isn't a coward, Terry takes part in a dangerous activity resulting in a fatal outcome... A hard-hitting drama exploring bullying, peer pressure, and tragic consequences, David Calcutt's original play is ideal for KS3 English and Drama students. Key Features: -Original drama for a KS3 classroom, with 18 speaking parts -Includes motivating activities focusing on performance, close text analysis, language and structure, together with varied creative tasks -Insights into the play by the authors and adaptors -Notes on staging, props, and illustrations -Explores bullying, peer pressure, and responsibility -Supports oracy, empathy, and dramatic interpretation Suitable for: KS3 English and Drama departments Themes: bullying, peer pressure, responsibility