Workshops: Key Stage 2

Our fun-packed Introduction to Shakespeare workshops can be tailored to include any of Shakespeare's plays and give kids a head-start with the bard.

The workshops include The Pantaloons performing short extracts of Shakespeare, followed by excercises that get kids on their feet, having a go at bringing Shakespeare's characters and language to life for themselves in a highly physical, easy-to-understand and memorable way.

For example, exercises could include: an exploration of the story of the transformation of Bottom in A Midsummer Night's Dream; an energetic introduction to the language of Shakespeare through the 'seven ages of man' speech in As You Like It; a look at how you can stage the supernatural elements in Macbeth; an introduction to Tudor theatre and Shakespeare's world.

"Absolutely fantastic! The Pantaloons made Shakespeare's plays completely meaningful through their clever use of drama activities and games with my Year 4 and 5 class. My class haven't stopped talking about it! We will definitely be booking them again."
White House Primary School, Hailsham

Just let us know what plays/themes you are studying and we will create a unique workshop specially for your school.

Duration: 1hr-1.5hrs per workshop
Actors: 2
Max no. of students: 35 per workshop
Requirements: School hall, gym or large classroom
Cost: Email us for a quote

Please note that we are usually restricted to 2 workshop leaders and 35 students per workshop but we may be able to provide more actors to facilitate for larger groups - just ask!

If you would like The Pantaloons to visit your school or are interested in finding out more about our workshops then please email Mark Hayward.