theatre in education tour
to schools
Autumn tour to secondary schools 2008
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September – 10 October
of mice and men
by John Steinbeck
adaptation by Simon Firth
After years eeking out a living as farm-hands, George and his child-like friend Lennie dream of owning a place of their own where they can live off the fat of the land. As they move on to yet another ranch, their friendship is put to one final test and their American Dream shatters.
A tragic drama set against the backdrop of America’s Great Depression
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Explore
the main themes of the novel through direct audience involvement - Develop students’ understanding and enjoyment of this classic text through the power of performance - Explore the issues of the novel in their moral, political and social context - Present students with a range of practical theatre conventions |
Production
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£250 (special rate of £230 for Havering Schools)
| Contact the Education Department for further information and bookings |
| 01708 462373 |
| education@queens-theatre.co.uk |
| cut to the chase... in a Queen's Theatre production | ||||
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 Candy / Slim Jim Bywater |
 Curley’s Wife Gabrielle Douglas |
 Curley / Carlson Gregor Henderson-Begg |
 George Chris MacDonnell |
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what you thought of the Spring tour “Touring Company was very professional and interacted well with the audience. They performed a fantastic version of the novel. It was great to involve the children. Thank you.” – Class Teacher, Burnt Mill School “The students have gained a better understanding of the novel, characters motivations and how the plot can be transferred from a novel to a stage. The Q & A sessions that took place throughout the performance helped to structure and reaffirm the students understanding.” – Class Teacher, Royal Docks Community School “A thought provoking, sensitive and impacting production.” – Class Teacher, Walthamstow Academy “An original, well acted, thought-provoking production. Student input excellently used to draw out key themes. The students have a better understanding of the text, key themes and ideas. Really useful in preparing students for the exam.” – Class Teacher, Debden Park High School “The students have gained an insight into the characters, the ability to look at the text from different angles and dissect it rather than simply receive it in a linear form. All the company were pleasant and helpful. They struck up a good raport with the students and I would be pleased to have you back again. Have you thought about a production of Heroes?" – Class Teacher, Brays Grove Community College “A very professional, innovative and enlightening performance. Very enjoyable indeed. The performance has highlighted relevant issues and possible questions for the students!” – Class Teacher |
£250 (special rate of £230 for Havering Schools)
| Contact the Education Department for further information and bookings |
| 01708 462373 |
| education@queens-theatre.co.uk |
