{"id":100,"date":"2015-09-25T14:42:00","date_gmt":"2015-09-25T14:42:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/magicscientist.com\/2015\/09\/elementary-school-assemblies-how-to-have-a-successful-show"},"modified":"2015-09-25T14:42:00","modified_gmt":"2015-09-25T14:42:00","slug":"elementary-school-assemblies-how-to-have-a-successful-show","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/puppetbuildingworld.com\/magicscientist\/?p=100","title":{"rendered":"Elementary School Assemblies – How To Have A Successful Show"},"content":{"rendered":"

School assemblies, including those involving families, are an important part of building a strong school community. Whether it\u2019s a science presenter<\/a> during the school day or a student band performing in the evening, a large-group gathering is a powerful opportunity for people from many parts of the school community to learn and celebrate together.
However, assemblies can also be challenging. It\u2019s not easy, after all, to manage hundreds of audience members with diverse needs, as well as the needs of the performers. Here are some ways to help ensure productive and positive school assemblies for all.<\/p>\n

Support Audience Members<\/h3>\n

Begin by making sure the audience is comfortable so they can really engage in the performance. Too often, elementary school assemblies require students to sit on hard cafeteria or gym floors. It can be difficult to be attentive if your back, legs, and rear end hurt! Also, this arrangement often places older students and visitors in the back, where it\u2019s hard to hear and see. Take the extra time to set up chairs, at least for those in the back.<\/b> Consider scheduling two performances if that\u2019s what it will take for everyone to sit comfortably and hear and see well.
Other strategies to ensure a positive audience experience:<\/p>\n