Days: Thursday 19th February 2026
Times: 9.00 am to 3.30 pm (with performance at 3.30 pm)
Age Range: 4 - 7
Price: £60 per session
LINK TO BOOK: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/bristolacademyofdrama/1944907
WORKSHOP TIMES: 9.00 am to 3.30 pm (with performance at 3.30 pm)
COST: £60.00 (sibling discount and early birds available)
RECEPTION – YEAR 2*
* Please note: This workshop is designed for children who are already attending school. While some children who are 4 years old may have nursery experience, we’ve found that those who haven’t yet started school find the pace and structure a little overwhelming. If your child is not yet in a school setting, we recommend waiting until they’ve settled into school life before joining this workshop
Bristol Academy of Drama are delighted to be offering infant school children the opportunity to take an exciting and creative journey into the world of drama and performance by exploring and then sharing a short performance piece based on the wonderful story of Don’t Disturb the Pirate by Rhiannon Findlay.
The workshop offers younger children the opportunity to develop the building blocks of drama and performance. The children will explore the world of a story; develop characters, create soundscapes, form scenes and tell stories in order to build their creation into a performance which will be shared at the end of the day. This process is designed to develop creativity, build confidence and help with communication skills and teamwork. But more than that is designed for the children to have a really fun day and introduce them to the world of theatre performance.
Led by our experienced drama facilitators, the children will build their new theatrical world with the help of costumes and props as well as crafting to help bring our story to life. They will not only perform in the play but, throughout the creative process, learn to share ideas and work with others. Through speaking, listening and using imagination, children will build their understanding of how to dramatise a story and present a finished production for an audience of family and friends to enjoy.
✨ Expect:
Fun drama and improvisation games
Working together and making new friends
Exploring characters through drama and play
A final performance for family and friends
A joyful, inclusive atmosphere for all levels
Perfect for anyone who loves to perform, play, and imagine! Join us for a day of laughter and creativity — and see where our pantomime adventure takes us!
Due to limited spaces available, it is recommended that parents/guardians book early to avoid disappointment. Early bird and sibling discount available, simply email us at hello@bristolacademyofdrama for discount codes and booking information
All children will need to bring is their willingness to get stuck in, their imagination, comfy clothing and plenty of snacks and drink to keep their energy levels up.
Please note we are not a specialist SEND provision and the student should be comfortable learning in an energetic group environment. We regret that we cannot offer 121 support in group classes. For more information please read our Student Inclusivity Statement here: https://www.bristolacademyofdrama.co.uk/_files/ugd/b0b0a7_ef8ad127e4684a898dd5417e6a1207d6.pdf