Haunting Stages: Creating Physical Theatre with Classic Gothic Tales

Activity Description

GOTHIC THEATRE – 3 DAY SHADOW THEATRE WORKSHOP

For students in School Years 7 to 9 (age 11 to 14)

Dates: Monday 5th – Wednesday 7th August 2024

Times: Workshop only 12.30 pm to 6.30 pm (performance at 6 pm on Final day)

Venue: Kelvin Players Theatre, 253b Gloucester Rd, Bristol BS7 8NY

Cost: £165 per student (sibling and early bird discounts available)

This 3 day workshop is offering students in School Years 7 to 9 the opportunity to explore Physical Theatre using classic gothic tales as their stimulus. Students will devise, rehearse and perform a play under the guidance of our experienced Drama Facilitators.

Throughout the 3 days the group will learn to use shadows, lights and sound as a imaginative tool to tell the story, they will develop characters, learn stagecraft skills, discuss and devise scenes to build their play for a performance on the final afternoon for family and friends to enjoy. This process is designed to develop creative thinking, drama and improvisation skills and build confidence and teamwork.

Students can let their imagination run wild, creating their own interpretation of Gothic Theatre. There is no limit to what can be achieved in this short time; who knows what strange and wonderful characters can be created and what worlds their audiences will be transported to.

Not only will they received guidance and help from our Facilitators but they will be given equipment and props in which to create the world of their play.

If students are fans of more modern versions of the Gothic tale, such as Netflix’s series “Wednesday” then this is the workshop for them. It will be 3 days of building fun memories, learning new skills and making new friends.

All students will need to bring is their willingness to get stuck in, their imagination, comfy clothing and plenty of food and drink to keep their energy levels up.