Teachers Teach Theatre
Transformation through Theatre Education
March 2026 • Mumbai & Bangalore
MUMBAI
This programme is designed to address practitioners with some existing background or interest in working with children aged 4-18, within the context of the arts or theatre education. Jhelum Gosalia, founder of J's Academy, will introduce you to her soulful approach to sharing stories and theatre techniques towards fostering imagination, through playfulness and autonomy to growing minds.
This programme is ideal for drama teachers, educators, theatre practitioners who want to channelise their performance and theatre skills to work with children and young learners. This embodiment will integrate humanistic teachings and the transformative capabilities of the theatre arts, creating value and positive change for the next generation.
An extension of this programme (“Path to Practice”) is optional but highly recommended to get practical experience in a live classroom, and take the Trinity College London certification.
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About the Course Trainer
Jhelum Gosalia is the founder and director of J’s Academy of Speech & Drama, India. Affiliated with the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts, and the Trinity College, London, J’s Academy is a 10+ year old institute with over 600 students currently training at the Academy.
Jhelum is a Trinity College, London adjudicator; an alumnus of United World College and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), and has produced plays in India for both children and adults. Some of her experiences include producing courses at the New York Film Academy, and plays such as Panchatantra, Ehsaas, Keep Calm and Dance in India.
She has been training and mentoring teachers and students for over 15 years in the field of Speech, Drama and Performing Arts; and has also developed best practices in Theatre in Education training programmes for international schools.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is theatre teacher training?
Theatre teacher training prepares educators, drama teachers and theatre practitioners to use drama and theatre techniques effectively with children and young learners. At J’s Academy, the programme focuses on using storytelling, theatre techniques, playfulness and imagination to create engaging learning experiences for children aged 4–18. The training is designed to help participants translate their existing theatre or performance skills into practical theatre education.
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Who can join a theatre teacher training programme at J’s Academy?
J’s Academy’s theatre teacher training programme is designed for drama teachers, educators and theatre practitioners who have an existing background or interest in working with children aged 4–18. It can be particularly relevant for people who want to develop their skills in teaching speech, drama and communication through theatre-based learning. The programme is also suited to practitioners looking to move from performing or theatre practice into theatre education.
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How can I become a drama teacher for children?
A useful starting point is to develop both theatre skills and practical teaching skills. A drama teacher working with children needs to understand how to facilitate activities, communicate with different age groups and adapt theatre techniques to a classroom environment. J’s Academy’s teacher training programme combines theatre pedagogy with practical approaches to working with children, while the optional Path to Practice extension provides live classroom experience.
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What is Theatre-in-Education (TIE)?
Theatre-in-Education, often called TIE, uses theatre and drama techniques as tools for teaching and learning. Rather than treating theatre only as a performance activity, TIE can use storytelling, improvisation, role-play, movement, games and other theatre practices to make learning more experiential and participatory. J’s Academy’s teacher training draws on theatre education practices to help educators work creatively with children and young learners.
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What will I learn in a theatre teacher training course?
The training focuses on practical ways of using theatre with children, including storytelling, theatre techniques, imagination, playfulness and approaches that encourage participation and autonomy. Participants also explore how their own theatre or performance experience can be adapted for educational settings. The optional Path to Practice extension adds practical experience in a live classroom and can lead towards Trinity College London certification.
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Do I need to be a professional actor or drama teacher to join theatre teacher training?
Not necessarily. J’s Academy’s programme is intended for people with some existing background or interest in working with children within arts or theatre education, including educators and theatre practitioners. Previous professional acting experience is therefore not the only route into the programme. What matters is having a relevant interest or foundation and a willingness to develop the practical skills needed to facilitate theatre learning with children.