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BE THE FIRST!
With the opening of a new Learning Centre in 2007, our new programme of events will be growing! Join our free mailing list by clicking here.
If you have anyy further enquiries or would like to find out more about the work of the Education & Community department, please contact us on 0191 244 2508.Workshops for Schools and Colleges:
| • | GOTHIC HORROR WORKSHOPS |
A fresh approach to bringing classic horror stories to life through performance. The sessions use stage lighting and sound effects to build suspense. Workshops are available for KS4 & KS5 from week commencing Mon 18 Jan. COST: £110 including a free Theatre Tour (max. 30 participants) DURATION: Workshop is 1hour 30mins. Tour is 1hour. For availability and to make a booking, please contact 0191 244 2596 or thomas.freeth@theatreroyal.co.uk. |
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| • | PRIDE AND PREJUDICE WORKSHOPS |
Ideal for students studying English literature and drama, these practical workshops focus on social status, women in society and class prejudices. Workshops are available on the following dates: Tue 16 Feb: 10.30 - 12pm OR 1pm - 2.30pm Wed 17 Feb: 10.30 - 12pm OR 1pm - 2.30pm Thu 18 Feb: 10.30 - 12pm Fri 19 Feb: 10.30 - 12pm OR 1pm - 2.30pm COST: £110 including a free Theatre Tour (max. 30 participants) DURATION: Workshop is 1hour 30mins. Tour is 1hour. For availability and to make a booking, please contact 0191 244 2596 or thomas.freeth@theatreroyal.co.uk. |
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| • | PRIMARY, SECONDARY & FE DRAMA WORKSHOPS |
These workshops use a variety of Drama games and techniques that can link into the classroom and across the curriculum. Just let us know the theme in advance and we will tailor the workshop to suit the needs of your group. COST: £110 including a free Theatre Tour DURATION: Workshop is 1hour 30mins. Tour is 1hour. For availability and to make a booking, please contact 0191 244 2596 or thomas.freeth@theatreroyal.co.uk. |
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| • | SET DESIGN EXHIBITION |
In the Theatre Royal's Olivier Suite. FREE ENTRY. Talented students from Cleveland College of Art & Design's BA (Hons) Entertainment Design Crafts Programme have been inspired by the current season at the Theatre Royal Newcastle and offer a unique insight into theatre design and planning. Ideal for students studying GCSE, A Levels and vocational courses. DATES: Tue 9 Mar - Fri 12 Mar 2010 TIME: 10am - 7pm each day For more information call Theatre Royal Learning on 0191 244 2596. |
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| • | TECHNICAL THEATRE WORKSHOPS |
An introduction to microphone and sound effects that will help you make informed choices for your production. The workshop includes learning how to fit radio mics on to performers, microphone techniques and sound effects. Led by a professional sound engineer these workshops are ideal for students who want to perform on stage or work backstage. COST: £110 VENUE: Theatre Royal For availability and to make a booking, please contact 0191 244 2596 or thomas.freeth@theatreroyal.co.uk. |
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| • | THEATRE ROYAL TOURS |
PRIMARY TOURS These tours are educational and fun. Groups will go backstage, learn about the Heritage of the Theatre, journey under the stage, seek out the ghost and see where the time capsule is buried! SECONDARY AND FE TOURS The tour takes a look at the auditorium, backstage, the Heritage of the Theatre, and other unseen parts of the building. Suitable for KS3/4/5 the tour can be designed to suit curriculum needs or to introduce students to a working theatre. COST: £40 for a group of 30 people maximum. DURATION: Tours last for approximately one hour. For availability and to make a booking, please contact Theatre Royal Learning on 0191 244 2596 or thomas.freeth@theatreroyal.co.uk. |
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| • | TRY 2010 PERFORMANCE FESTIVAL |
TRY is the Theatre Royal's Youth Performance Festival. The week offers a variety of skills workshops each morning, devising for performance each afternoon and performances by participants and professional companies in the evenings. All of the activities are delivered by professional practitioners. Do you know any drama groups that work with young people aged 16 - 25yrs? Do they like to perform to audiences? Then contact us as we would like to hear from groups who would be keen to perform as part of the TRY Festival. DATES: Mon 2 Aug - Sat 7 Aug 2010 AGE GUDELINES: 16 - 25yrs COST: £95 per participant For more information contact Theatre Royal Learning on 0191 244 2596 or to book please call the Theatre Royal Group Sales on 08448 11 21 22. |
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Workshops for the Public:
| • | CREATE A PLAY IN A WEEK (AGES 4 - 7) |
The Witch Wot Went Wrong. Join in our fun drama, music and movement week to find out what she and her many friends did. DATES: Mon 26 Jul - Fri 30 Jul 2010 TIME: 9.30am - 12noon OR 12.30pm - 3pm COST: £50 per participant To book please call the Theatre Royal Box Office on 08448 11 21 21. |
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| • | CREATE A PLAY IN A WEEK (AGES 8 - 11) |
Krazy PlayZ explores different stories from around the world. Build your confidence through basic drama and movement skills. No experience required. DATES: Mon 9 Aug - Fri 13 Aug 2010 OR Mon 16 - Fri 20 Aug 2010. TIME: 10am - 3pm COST: £75 per participant To book please call the Theatre Royal Box Office on 08448 11 21 21. |
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| • | DRAMA CLASSES (Ages 12 - 15yrs) |
| Wednesdays 5.30pm - 7.00pm SPRING TERM: (SOLD OUT!) January - March 2010 (Jan 6/13/20/27, Feb 3/10/24, Mar 3/10/17) AUTUMN 2010 TERM: ON SALE SOON! VENUE: Theatre Royal (Please assemble in the foyer.) To book a place please call the Theatre Royal Box Office on 08448 11 21 21. |
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| • | DRAMA CLASSES (Ages 16 - 18yrs) |
| Wednesdays 7.15pm - 8.45pm SPRING TERM: January - March 2010 (Jan 6/13/20/27, Feb 3/10/24, Mar 3/10/17) AUTUMN 2010 TERM: ON SALE SOON! VENUE: Theatre Royal (Please assemble in the foyer.) To book a place please call the Theatre Royal Box Office on 08448 11 21 21. |
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| • | DRAMA CLASSES (Ages 8 - 11yrs) |
| Fridays 5.00pm - 6.30pm SPRING TERM: January - March 2010 (Jan 8/15/22/29, Feb 5/12/26, Mar 5/12/19) COST: £35 per term VENUE: Theatre Royal (Please assemble in the foyer.) To book a place please call the Theatre Royal Box Office on 08448 11 21 21. |
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| • | DRUMMING WORKSHOP WEEK |
This popular week of workshops return for yet another year. Led by a professional musician, participants will discover global drumming styles and sounds. Instruments are provided. DATES: Mon 2 Aug - Fri 6 Aug 2010 TIME: 10am - 1pm AGE GUDELINES: 14yrs - adult COST: £55 per participant To book a place please call the Theatre Royal Box Office on 08448 11 21 21. |
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| • | GAME PLAY (AGES 12 - 16) |
Throughout the week young people will work with a professional director, film artist and other theatre specialists. This fun week of workshops will allow the participants to showcase their work as part of the TRY Festival. DATES: Mon 2 Aug - Sat 7 Aug 2010 TIME: 10am - 4pm AGE GUDELINES: 12 - 16yrs COST: £90 per participant To book a place please call the Theatre Royal Box Office on 08448 11 21 21. |
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| • | SET DESIGN EXHIBITION |
In the Theatre Royal's Olivier Suite. FREE ENTRY. Talented students from Cleveland College of Art & Design's BA (Hons) Entertainment Design Crafts Programme have been inspired by the current season at the Theatre Royal Newcastle and offer a unique insight into theatre design and planning. If you would like to visit the exhibition or talk to the students you are very welome to do so. DATES: Tue 9 Mar - Fri 12 Mar 2010 TIME: 10am - 7pm each day For more information call Theatre Royal Learning on 0191 244 2596. |
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| • | SHAKESPEARE DRAMA CLASSES (Ages 14 - 18yrs) |
| Mondays 5.30pm - 7.30pm SPRING TERM: January - March 2010 (Jan 11/18/25, Feb 1/8/22, Mar 1/8/15/22) COST: £40 per term VENUE: Theatre Royal (Please assemble in the foyer.) To book a place please call the Theatre Royal Box Office on 08448 11 21 21. |
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| • | THEATRE COURSE FOR ADULTS |
This 10 week course gives adults and life long learners the opportunity to enjoy a variety of practical sessions, each of which will focus on a different aspect of theatre. Workshops will include drama, stage make-up, movement and technical theatre. All workshops will be led by Theatre Specialists. TIME: Mondays 11am-12.30pm SPRING TERM: January - March 2010 (Jan 11/18/25, Feb 1/8/22, Mar 1/8/15/22) COST: £40 per term VENUE: Theatre Royal (Please assemble in the foyer.) To book a place please call the Theatre Royal Box Office on 08448 11 21 21. |
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| • | TRY 2010 PERFORMANCE FESTIVAL |
TRY is the Theatre Royal's Youth Performance Festival. This week offers skills workshops, devising and performances by participants and professional companies. All activities are delivered by experienced theatre practitioners. We welcome applications from groups who would like to bring a performance to the TRY Festival. DATES: Mon 2 Aug - Sat 7 Aug 2010 AGE GUDELINES: 16 - 25yrs COST: £95 per participant For more information contact Theatre Royal Learning on 0191 244 2596 or to book please call the Theatre Royal Box Office on 08448 11 21 21. |
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