In this paper I continue to develop the growing interest in working with research approaches that enable people experiencing severe learning disabilities to participate in research activities. In particular, I discuss a research project that adopted a number of data generation strategies, including a drama pilot project. In this paper I focus on the drama pilot project by reviewing the processes involved in working with drama as a research approach. In reflecting upon the use of drama I explore a number of issues concerning the process of transcription and the competing discourses of research and engaging in a creative performance. Although I identify a number of challenges encountered in this drama pilot I would argue that this technique remains a worthwhile and relevant strategy for engaging with many students, including those experiencing severe learning disabilities.