DRAMA

Storytelling

Interpreting characters; line learning; exploring characters...this session introduces age-appropriate plays and texts to participants which they will learn, perform and explore throughout the session. 

Departure

Working with a range of World War One or Two Stimuli, participants explore the theme of ‘Departure’ through the emotions of soldiers and families living through World War One

(receiving telegrams and the front line) and World War Two (responding to air raids, bunkers and evacuation). This session can be adapted to include relevant war poetry and/or literature.

Peer Pressure

With a strong PSHE focus, this session is designed to introduce Peer Pressure to participants through independent devising of performance pieces. Students are encouraged to think of different ways of saying ‘No’, and what options are available to them in a pressurised situation.

Devising

In this session, the onus is put onto the students as they brainstorm, create and refine their own work. This session can be adapted to suit any theme, from Ancient Rome to Friendship.

DANCE / MOVEMENT

Alice in Wonderland

An introduction to the five basic dance actions: Jump, Turn, Stillness, Balance & Gesture, through the theme of Alice in Wonderland. Participants will explore the world of Wonderland by learning choreography, and creating independent motifs.

Street Dance

As the most popular style of Dance, Street Dance offers the chance to safely explore different sub-genres including Tutting, Break-dancing and Commercial while developing key co-ordination, retention and performance skills.

Musicals

Matilda, Shrek, The Lion King...explore the world of Musical Theatre by learning repertoire from some of the West End’s most famous Musicals! This session can be adapted to include age-appropriate musicals and the option to learn key singing and acting skills along the way.

Indian Dance

Our high-energy Indian Dance session is perfect for coordinating with Diwali (the festival of light) or Holi (the festival of colour). Covering and traditional Indian Dances such as Khatak as well as Bollywood Dance, this session provides an excellent exploration of Indian Dance and culture.

African Dance

African Dance is a highly social, collaborative dance style full of history and culture. From Gumboot dancing’s roots in the slave trade, to more commercial styles such as ‘Stomp!’, our African Dance session allows participants to use their body as an instrument, and engage in a high-energy, fun dance style.