Leeds Heritage Theatres – where every seat tells a story. Find out more about how you can name a seat at one of our venues.

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KS4 & KS5

Our KS4 & KS5 workshops use our inspiring venues to explore industry-based skills and careers.

Key Information

  • Standard workshops last 2.5hrs
  • Cost £200 for up to 30 students
  • 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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“I have already noticed a confidence boost in the students and how they are around the academy”

Careers lead, Ruth Gorse Academy

KS4 & KS5 Workshops

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Careers Workshops: 2.5 hours+

KS4-5: Focus on statutory schools careers provision and Gatsby Career Benchmarks

  • Our in-depth suite of careers workshops for Years 10-13 explore industry-based skills
  • All three workshops have practical skills development at their heart, whether workplace soft skills, job application techniques, industry awareness or problem solving abilities
  • These can be delivered as one-off sessions or as a three-part series to solidify learning

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Wellbeing Workshops: 2.5 hours, £200

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

  • Confidence building and teamwork will be explored through drama skills and games
  • We can focus on your school’s ethos, as well as your student wellbeing goals, and incorporate these into the session
  • We can tailor workshop content for any key stage and deliver at school upon request
  • A tour of one of our venues is included for workshops delivered at the theatre
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Panto Skills: 2.5 hours, £200

KS4-5: Focus on pantomime traditions with strong links to English and Drama NC objectives

  • Learn about traditional elements of pantomime such as archetypes and practice theatrical storytelling techniques
  • Students will explore voice projection, slapstick comedy, audience participation, and acting in role
  • We can tailor workshop content to your cohort’s needs and deliver at school upon request
  • A tour of one of our venues is included for workshops delivered at the theatre

Work Experience

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Our newly developed work experience supports Year 10 students to expand their knowledge, develop their skillsets, boost confidence and build motivation to pursue a future career in the creative industries.

Through a week going behind the scenes of multiple departments across our organisation, young people will gain a better understanding of the job roles in our sector.

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