Considering the various points of view held in Act 3, scene 7 (Part 1) Starter 10 mins Distribute pairs with Resource Cards 2 – the quotation taken from Act 3, scene 7: “MAYOR: See where his grace stands, ‘tween two clergymen” and ask the class to briefly recap the situation leading to the quotation. (You could also read Buckingham’s lines from earlier in the scene – L44-54 – to ensure the class are clear about the plan of Richard and Buckingham). One by one, give out each of the three point of view cards: Richard, Buckingham, Mayor. Each time ask pupils to decide on what each of the named characters is thinking and feeling at this point in the scene and play. Which characters are thinking and feeling something very different inside to outside? Finally give out the card ‘Audience’ and ask the class to do the same with the audience. What position does the audience have and why? Teacher-led 10 mins Read the scene with the class from line 94 to the end and watch the rehearsal Act 3 scene 7 , Part 1 and 2 together. Demonstrate for the class the Stagework website so that they can research sections of it independently during the lesson. Distribute Worksheet 2 and introduce the next task – ask the class to consider in more detail the various points of view in the scene. If needed, model how to start the task/find quotes or take notes as shared reading. Development 20 mins Pupils need to work in pairs or small groups at computers. Each group should use the text and Stagework website to consider the various viewpoints held during the scene. Direct pupils to the following particular areas of the website: The Point of View for Act 3, scene 7 and the video clips under the Rehearsal section of the website: Between two clergymen , He doesn't want the crown , Catesby helps both men and The Mayor's own reasons for wanting order , Act 3 scene 7 . Encourage pupils to spend time with the interactive point of view tool, switching between the various points of view during the scene to compare the viewpoints of characters. Plenary 20 mins Groups share their ideas with the class. Divide the class into four for feedback, hearing about the audience, Richard, Mayor and Buckingham from the four different areas of the class. Groups could produce feedback on OHTs to share with the rest of the class (perhaps distribute OHTs with photocopies of key sections of the scene or worksheet 2 for pupils to prepare prior to feedback). Where does the dramatic impact of the scene lie? Extension activity for more able Read Act 3, scene 7 from line 94 to the end. Now re-watch the filmed version of it on the Stagework site. As you watch, mark your copy of the text to show the sections cut by the director. Imagine you are Barrie Rutter, the director. Justify, either orally or in writing, why you made the cuts you did during the scene. Then as yourself, evaluate the cuts. What is gained and lost? Resources • Resource cards 2 • Worksheet 2 • Enough computers for pairs or small groups to work independently • OHP+OHT+pens if necessary Stagework Links Point of View tool for Act 3, scene 7 | 
