This summer let your imagination fly as qualified and experienced English language teachers help you learn English through drama.

So why learn English through drama?

• Develops English-speaking confidence and presentation skills
• Creates an opportunity to use English in a natural context and in a safe and supportive environment
• Develops English ability and helps express ideas, emotions, feelings in appropriate ways
• Encourages an interest in theatre and an appreciation of drama
• Develops listening skills, providing a real context for listening and responding
• Stimulates imagination, energy and creativity
• Develops teamwork, encouraging children to make decisions as a group, listen to each other, and value each other's suggestions
• A fun and entertaining workshop encouraging children to interact positively in English

And of course a fantastic and challenging experience exploring the wonderful world of theatre!

Through drama games and activities, children will explore a different theme or topic, inspired by a book or play. Qualified and experienced teachers will support their language development and tailor workshops to the individual needs of the group and ensure that throughout everyone uses English in an interactive and fun way.

Our Workshops

Activities will be carefully guided by the group leaders and participants are encouraged to develop their English through discussion and teamwork. The week starts with ice-breaking activities helping children to become comfortable in their new environment, allowing them to get to know their group and encouraging group involvement.

The workshops will then focus on development of both English and Drama skills. Through games and activities children will be introduced to the relevant vocabulary and language needed to complete the activity and also the performance skills such as improvisation, devising, clarity of expression and script work (depending on the age and needs of the group).

All activities are engaging, challenging and focused on providing a sense of achievement and increased confidence and, of course, all workshops are designed to be fun and enjoyable for all!

Our Summer Theatre Groups

Ages 6 - 7: Develops language skills through basic texts and activates communication skills and focuses on foundation drama skills. Click here for an example workshop outline.

Ages 8 - 10: Explores different aspects of drama and theatre through simple scripts and short stories, developing specific language needs and introducing skills such as devising and improvisation. Click here for an example workshop outline.

Ages 11 - 14: Introduces students to more complex scripts and theatrical concepts and supports learning of relevant and more challenging language. Click here for an example workshop outline.

Family and friends can find out what students have done in an open session at the final workshop. Please note this programme is designed for non-native speakers of English.

What is drama?
Often when we think of drama we think of theatre, of a spectacular production with costumes, make-up, props and stage. Drama however, is different. It is not about a final out-come ‘show’ but is more focused on the process, ensuring that the children are developing in confidence, creativity and expression. This is achieved through a range of games and activities which help children to express ideas, emotions, feelings and thoughts whilst developing active listening and also having lots of fun!