School Workshops
Shakespeare for GCSE and A Level / S4 – S6
It’s unlikely that any of Shakespeare’s actors ever saw full copies of the plays they appeared in, instead using “cue cards” for rehearsals. And this challenging workshop builds on that theatre history.
Give your students an insider’s perspective of the play they’re studying, and a chance to shine in their exams, by exploring key scenes and/or themes and/or characters in dramatic detail. Tied to the relevant syllabus, these workshops will be informed by your needs – and the more time you can give us with your cohort the better!
| Year Groups | KS4-KS5 |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | Shakespeare |
| Pupil Numbers | 30 students per workshop |
| Duration | 60 minutes minimum (although we always prefer longer!) |
| Space | Large Classroom or Hall / Drama Space |
Workshop Testimonials
“I wanted to thank you and Chris for the brilliant workshops he delivered yesterday with our students. The sessions were thoroughly engaging, and his attention to detail, especially with the timings, was spot on. The students absolutely loved it, and the feedback from our English teachers has been overwhelmingly positive. They loved how refreshing and inspiring Chris’s approach to our students was. I’ll definitely be recommending you to other schools in Leicester. Thank you once again, and I really look forward to hopefully working with As Creatives and Chris again in the near future!”
“I just wanted to say thank you on behalf of the English department for delivering your workshops again this year. The work I saw was excellent and the students engaged well with the activities – a wonderful way to celebrate Shakespeare Day! “
“The students in Y3 especially gained a great understand of the story of a Midsummer Night’s Dream. I was so impressed and surprised that they knew all the characters and complex relationships after a 90 min session. It has given us a great springboard for some fantastic writing. Our parents have also been pleasantly surprised that we have been introducing our younger children to Shakespeare. I would just like to say a huge thank you to Jo, her passion and knowledge was amazing and the children gained so much from working with her.”
Workshop FAQs
How many pupils can take part in one day?
This workshop can accommodate up-to 30 students at a time, in sessions lasting as little as one hour, meaning it is usually possible to have up-to 150 take part over the course of one day. Higher numbers can sometimes be accommodated.
What is the format of the day?
We will work with you to plan a timetable for the workshops, to suit the number of students you would like to include – and around the specific timings of your school day.
Are there any technical requirements?
Your visitor will need access to a laptop/ screen/projector set up in the working space.
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