February 22, 2026 | A full-day storytelling workshop for teachers at Tergar School, Kathmandu
A group of teachers gathered not to teach—but to experience. Over six hours, the space shifted into an active learning environment where stories were explored through drawing, movement, voice, and performance.
About the Workshop
Titled “Introduction to Storytelling – From Story to Stage,” this one-day workshop was designed for about 12 teachers of the school.
The focus was on hands-on learning—helping teachers understand how simple theatre tools can make storytelling more interactive, engaging, and meaningful in the classroom.
Workshop Flow
Beginning with Reflection
The session began with a simple activity. Each participant used crayons to draw a shape representing how they felt at the start of the workshop. Together, the blank paper became a reflection of emotions while connecting the team and recognizing each other’s presence. This same activity was repeated at the end, allowing teachers to reflect on their journey through the day. This helped create a sense of openness and connection within the group from the beginning.
Warming Up the Body and Mind
Warm-up games followed—designed to activate the body, voice, and attention. These activities helped participants become more comfortable with movement and expression, setting the tone for the rest of the workshop.
Objects as Story Tools (Props Work)
Using a “mystery bag” filled with everyday objects, teachers explored how a single object can have multiple meanings.
Each participant reimagined their object and contributed a line to build a collective story. This exercise showed how simple materials can be used creatively to build narratives in the classroom.
Imagining Through Movement (Image Theatre)
Teachers were introduced to image theatre techniques. Using the story of Rabbit and the Tortoise, they explored how to create a setting using their bodies—walking through a jungle, experiencing different times of day, and embodying characters through movement.
This helped them understand how physical engagement can deepen storytelling.
Building Characters
In groups, teachers selected characters from the story and developed them in detail—exploring personality, behavior, voice, and physicality.
This process encouraged deeper thinking about character development beyond basic narration.
Developing and Performing a Scene
Each group worked on a scene where the rabbit meets the tortoise.
They imagined the context, created dialogues, and decided how the characters would move and speak. Using only their bodies, they performed their scenes for the group.
Each presentation was different—one group brought rhythm and rap into the jungle, another explored calm and friendship, while another reflected on jealousy and relationships.
Finding New Endings
Instead of following the traditional story, teachers created their own endings.
They explored ideas of teamwork, support, and overcoming challenges together—showing how stories can be adapted to reflect different values and perspectives.
Closing the Session
The workshop ended with reflections and group discussion.
Participants revisited their initial drawings to see how their feelings had changed. The session concluded with a short interactive storytelling performance by the facilitator Bansri Pandey.
The Experience
The workshop was active, collaborative, and practical.
Teachers moved, created, discussed, and performed together. Over time, they became more confident in using their body, voice, and imagination.
It also helped build stronger connections within the group—encouraging teamwork, communication, and shared learning.
The Setting
The sessions took place in a flexible indoor space that allowed for movement and group activities.
Participants were fully engaged—standing, moving, and interacting throughout. The environment supported experimentation, allowing teachers to try new methods without hesitation.
Many Thanks To
- Principal Bikas Deshar of Tergar School
- All the teachers who participated
- Bansri Pandey – Facilitator
- Rasodita Adhikari – Photography Support
Concluding Remarks
This workshop focused on practice over theory.
By the end of the session, teachers had explored how stories can move beyond reading—into action, performance, and interaction. These tools can be adapted easily into everyday classroom teaching.
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