A whole lot of drama!

We have been thinking about the feelings of characters in the Pania of the Reef Story.  We become a character in the story then we created a Freeze Frame.  A Freeze Frame is when we each take on the role of a character in our story then capture one moment of it and freeze in that position - just like when a photograph is taken.  This Drama technique helps us to feel what it's like to be a real character in a story.

Here KT is showing the feelings that Pania felt as she ran back to the sea after being tricked into staying on the land.  In the background we see RD as Karitoki pleading for her to stay with him.  Behind him we see his 'family' who look on in disbelief and shock.

Here we see 'Pania's family' who watch as she returns back to the ocean after running away from Karitoki.  They have mixed emotions - some show delight that their girl is coming back to them and others look on with concern that Pania is so upset, wondering what has made her so sad.

Here are the 'friends' of Karitoki looking on in shock and horror as their friend's wife leaves him forever.  In the background we see the kaumatua feeling embarrassed and shy because his magic did not work and the heartbreak that he has caused.

Drama is a wonderful way to explore the deeper thoughts and actions of characters. 

We have learnt new ideas about the characters of the Pania story by participating in the Freeze Frame.