Midsummer Night’s Dream Matinee event

We invited Year 6 pupils from a range of local state primary schools to attend the matinee of our upper school play, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Our pupils were delighted to have such an enthusiastic and attentive audience and it was great to be able to have an opportunity for pupils and staff alike to meet new people and share their reflections on the performance!

Aims

To provide a willing audience for the Year 11-13 performers.

To provide an opportunity for primary school pupils to watch a Shakespeare play.

Background

We built on the partnerships we had through our music department to invite schools to this event.

Resources

We used our school minibuses and catering facilities.

Impact

It was a great way to further establish our links with these schools and to introduce children to the work of Shakespeare.

Pupil Involvement

Year 6 + Year 11-13, mixed gender, approx 200 pupils involved.

Frequency

Single event but we hope to repeat for future productions and the primary schools are keen.