80 Socially Distanced or Online Theatre Games to Keep Your Cast Connected

If you're looking for ways to keep your cast connected while social distancing or rehearsing online, look no further! These 80 socially distanced or online theatre games are perfect for keeping your cast engaged, having fun, and building camaraderie.

• Alphabet Scavenger Hunt: Give each actor a letter of the alphabet. They have to find objects around their house that start with that letter and bring them back to the group.
• Virtual Charades: Use a video conferencing platform like Zoom or Google Meet to play charades. One actor acts out a word or phrase while the others guess.
• 20 Questions: One actor thinks of a person, place, or thing. The other actors take turns asking yes or no questions to try to guess what it is.
• Improv Bingo: Create a bingo card with different improv prompts (e.g., "Say a line in a different accent," "Create a character based on an object in your house," "Sing a song about your favorite food"). Actors take turns performing the prompts and get a bingo when they complete a row or column.
• Virtual Simon Says: One actor gives instructions (e.g., "Simon says touch your nose," "Simon says jump up and down"). The other actors follow the instructions only if they hear "Simon says" first.
• Scene in a Hat: Write down a bunch of different scene ideas on slips of paper. Put the slips in a hat and have each actor take turns drawing one. They then have to perform the scene with another actor.
• Storytelling Relay: Start a story with a sentence or two. Then, have each actor take turns adding a sentence or two to the story. See how long you can keep the story going!
• Improv Freeze Dance: Play some music and have the actors dance around. When the music stops, they have to freeze in whatever position they're in. The last actor to freeze is out.
• Virtual Pictionary: Use a video conferencing platform like Zoom or Google Meet to play Pictionary. One actor draws a word or phrase on a piece of paper while the others guess.
• Virtual Murder Mystery: Create a murder mystery scenario and give each actor a role. They then have to investigate the crime and figure out who the murderer is.

• Online Improv: Use a video conferencing platform like Zoom or Google Meet to do improv exercises. Some great improv games to try online include "Yes, and...," "Freeze Frame," and "Storytelling."
• Virtual Tabletop RPGs: There are many different tabletop RPGs that can be played online, such as Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and Shadowrun. These games are a great way to tell stories, develop characters, and have fun with friends.
• Online Escape Rooms: There are many different online escape rooms available, such as The Room, The Escape Game, and Paradox. These games are a great way to solve puzzles, work together as a team, and have a thrilling experience.
• Virtual Theatre Workshops: Many theatre companies and organizations offer virtual theatre workshops, such as acting workshops, playwriting workshops, and directing workshops. These workshops are a great way to learn new skills, connect with other theatre artists, and develop your craft.
• Online Theatre Performances: Many theatres are now offering online performances of their shows. This is a great way to see live theatre from the comfort of your own home.
• Virtual Theatre Festivals: There are many different virtual theatre festivals that take place throughout the year. These festivals showcase a variety of online theatre productions, from short plays to full-length musicals.
• Online Theatre Classes: Many colleges and universities offer online theatre classes. These classes are a great way to earn college credit, learn new skills, and connect with other theatre students.
• Virtual Theatre Camps: There are many different virtual theatre camps available for children and adults. These camps offer a variety of activities, such as acting classes, playwriting workshops, and performance opportunities.
• Online Theatre Communities: There are many different online theatre communities where you can connect with other theatre artists, share ideas, and get support. Some great online theatre communities to check out include TheatreForum.org, BroadwayWorld.com, and StageAgent.com.

These are just a few of the many socially distanced or online theatre games that you can use to keep your cast connected. With a little creativity, you can come up with even more games that will help your cast stay engaged, have fun, and build camaraderie.

Drama Menu at a Distance: 80 Socially Distanced or Online Theatre Games

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Drama Menu at a Distance: 80 Socially Distanced or Online Theatre Games

by Glyn Trefor-Jones

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3340 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	112 pages
Item Weight	:	1.01 pounds
Dimensions	:	5.63 x 0.75 x 8.19 inches

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