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KS2

Our KS2 workshops offer hands-on learning immersed in the history of our venues.

Key information

  • Standard workshops at the theatre last 2.5hrs
  • Cost £200 for up to 30 children
  • Delivered by experienced drama facilitators and education professionals
  • All workshops at the theatre include a tour of the venue
  • Some workshops can be adapted for delivery in school
  • Full risk assessments can be provided on request

For more information, email us at learning@leedsheritagetheatres.com

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“Super stories and level of work for the children. They were active and moving throughout the tour and workshop.”

Class teacher, Netherthong Primary School

KS2 workshops

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Spotlights and Sound Effects: 2.5 hours, £200

KS2: Focus on practical application of principles covered in Science NC

  • Experiment with light and colour to affect the mood of a performance and create soundscapes
  • With our state-of-the-art lighting rig, pupils can investigate the effects of shadow puppetry
  • Our tour explores the evolution of light and sound in the theatre from past to present
  • Depending on NC objectives, we can focus on light (Years 3 and 6) or sound (Year 4)
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World of Work (Primary Edition): 2.5 hours, £200

KS2: Link to PSHE and introducing Years 5 and 6 to careers

  • Learn about key roles in a working theatre and explore how our venues operate as modern businesses
  • Students will undertake job-specific tasks from programming to marketing to design a chosen show
  • We can include either a drama skills element or production portfolio activity
  • A careers-focused tour is included for workshops delivered at the theatre
A pair of primary school children dressed up in historical props during a workshop

Ancient Greeks vs Victorians: 2.5 hours, £200

KS2: Focus on an extended chronological study and History NC objectives

  • Explore the key similarities and differences between these two historical eras in theatre
  • Dive into the traditional performance techniques of Ancient Greece through drama activities
  • Our theatre tour focuses on the continued influence of Ancient Greek culture over our Victorian venues
  • Ideal for KS2 pupils developing an understanding of chronology and trends over time
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Victorian Music Hall: 2.5 hours, £200

KS2: Focus on local history study and English NC objectives

  • Bring the rich Victorian heritage of Leeds to life through our combined tour and workshop
  • Perfect for KS2 pupils learning about their locality’s history and using sources to understand the past
  • Learn about costumes, characters and performers through roleplay, storytelling and object handling
  • A Victorians-focused drama activity is included in our workshop
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Wellbeing Workshops: 2.5 hours, £200

Use drama skills and techniques to keep your pupils’ minds and bodies healthy

  • Confidence building and teamwork will be explored through drama skills and games
  • We can tailor workshop content to meet the specific needs of the pupils in your school
  • We can focus on your school values and ethos and incorporate this into the session
  • A tour of one of our venues is included for workshops delivered at the theatre

Projects for KS2

A primary school pupil sitting in the Varieties auditorium and looking upwards at the ceiling

Ghosts of the Grand: 6-week project, £800

KS2: Creative Writing project to include:

  • Two half-days at the theatre including a ghost story tour, drama games to inspire reluctant writers and practical activities to develop pupils’ vocabulary in line with curriculum objectives
  • Plans and resources for three creative writing lessons at school, building on the stories and vocabulary
  • A two-hour session delivered by our drama practitioners at school to celebrate pupils’ learning

Read about the origins of this project
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After School Drama Clubs

Our after school drama clubs use drama activities to build confidence, develop teamwork skills, spark creativity and have fun. Delivered by our experienced team in your school, clubs can run for just half a term or the full academic year, and can be tailored to the specific needs of your students.

“The drama club has helped the children to express themselves in a more creative way”  Year 4 Parent

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