This workshop series is inspired by the American folk song We’re Going on A bear Hunt. Its playful and repetitive text is a perfect way for young language learners to explore emotional play, group work, physical expression whilst developing simple language and performance skills.

This workshop series uses drama games and techniques to explore the heroes and heroines of Greek Mythology - the original super heroes. Theseus and the Minotaur, Icarus and his wings, Pandora’s box, King Midas… are only some of the epic adventures participants will discover. Participants will then create an English speaking theatre show based on modern retellings of famous greek myths which they will then perform.

In this workshop participants will explore the whodunnit genre using the game Cluedo and the works of the Queen of Crime - Agatha Christie as inspiration. Participants will learn about who dunnit character archetypes and the elements of a convincing whodunnit plot to create their own crime scene which they will write and then perform.

An introduction to Romeo and Juliet and its themes of Love and Conflict. Participants will use chorus and gestural work to learn the Romeo and Juliet prologue. They will explore the central themes of love and conflict, and then try their hand at playing scenes from one of Shakespeares most famous plays.

This workshop series uses works of art as inspiration (such as photos, paintings or graffiti) for students to create their own unique character. Students will choose an image that inspires them and from this be guided to write their very own character monologue that they will then perform. Depending on workshop length, these can be presented as short solo pieces or they can be used to develop an ensemble piece.

These workshops are focussed on preparing terminal students for their Grand Oral. Participants will become aware of their physical presence in front of a public, examine sentence stress, rhythm and intonation, learn techniques for voice projection and volume, and discover drama techniques for managing nerves.