25 February - 14 March
olivia twist
by Jim Bywater

Put healthy eating centre stage!

This interactive production uses theatre to explore the issue of healthy eating. It is designed to support schools in their efforts to challenge childrens’ perceptions about food and develop their confidence with new food.

Olivia is a young orphan girl who wants more excitement and energy in her life. She is the new student at a school where the dinner menu makes it difficult for her and her fellow students to concentrate.

A frustrated and disheartened Olivia sets out on a journey of discovery and, with the help of a host of interesting characters, she learns about the benefits of healthy eating.

Returning to her school with renewed energy and enthusiasm, Olivia seeks to teach others what it means to be part of a healthy school and enjoy the ‘event’ of eating.

suitability: Key Stage 2

The production addresses the following curriculum areas:
- English/Literacy – drama, speaking and listening skills, group discussion and interaction.
- Citizenship – developing a healthy, safer lifestyle and developing confidence and responsibility.

cut to the chase... in a Queen's Theatre production
Zack Gary Faulkner	Bill Paul Moorcroft	Nancy Suzi Ruffell	Eris / Virginia Liesl Wickins	Olivia Hanna Zapala

Production Photographs from the 2005 tour