summer term 2015
theatreopeners offering schools the best of London’s theatre
theatreopeners provides unrivalled access to top London theatre for secondary school pupils for just £8 a ticket
Each production is offered with: l Teacher’s Educational Resource Pack l Q&A session with members of the cast and/or production team
insightsessions These 90-minute sessions take place before the matinee performances. Designed as participatory master classes, insightsessions are facilitated by key members of the company and creative team (such as the director, writer and stage manager) and offer a first-hand insight into the creative choices made in staging a theatre production.
‘The students got so much out of the practical workshop from Frantic Assembly. It was the icing on the cake for them to see the same techniques in action in a production of Othello. Thanks so much for a great learning experience and a lovely day out.’ Teacher, Park View School, Othello Insight session, Feb 2015
This Summer term:
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time StudioSpace@33 Tue 2 Jun, 5pm
Beyond Bollywood London Palladium Thu 25 Jun, 11am Cost: £100 per school group
Christopher, 15 years old, stands beside Mrs Shears’ dead dog. He records each fact in the book he is writing to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington. He has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a frightening journey that upturns his world. curiousonstage.com
Memphis The Musical is a song and dance spectacular, with a roof-raising score and powerhouse performances. Inspired by true events from the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, the show follows the fame and forbidden love of a white radio DJ who wants to change the world and a black club singer who is ready for her big break. Along the way they must fight prejudice and segregation as the Civil Rights movement gains momentum.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time Adapted by Simon Stephens Tue 2 Jun 7.30pm Wed 3 Jun 7.30pm Gielgud Theatre KS 4+
Memphis the Musical By David Bryan and Joe Dipietro Wed 3 Jun 2.30pm Wed 17 Jun 2.30pm Shaftesbury Theatre KS 4+
memphisthemusical.com
‘I ran away the day I was born,’ said Peter, ‘’cause I heard Father and Mother talking of what I was to be when I became a man. I want always to be a little boy and to have fun, Wendy.’ But this could not be for the Darling children; all children, except one, grow up. 1914 is a very different world. Faced with this reality, their only escape is to let imagination take flight to Never Land. openairtheatre.com
Peter Pan By JM Barrie Thu 4 Jun 2.15pm Thu 11 Jun 2.15pm Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre KS 3+
In the quest of fulfilling her mother’s dying wish, Shaily Shergill leaves behind her home in Munich to journey to India. Will her mother’s dream turn into reality? Beyond Bollywood takes audiences on a truly authentic cultural tour of India. It’s not just a musical; it’s a theatrical experience never seen before outside a Bollywood movie.
Beyond Bollywood By Rajeev Goswami Thu 18 Jun 2.30pm Thu 25 Jun 2.30pm London Palladium KS 3+
beyondbollywoodmusical.com
Get your splurge guns at the ready as Alan Parker’s world famous musical Bugsy Malone is about to hit London. Olivier award-winning director, Sean Holmes, brings to life the first professional production in over a decade with a cast of exciting young talent. Come and join Bugsy, Blousey and Tallulah for an unforgettable theatrical experience!
Bugsy Malone Based on the film by Alan Parker Wed 24 Jun 2.30pm Wed 1 Jul 2.30pm Lyric Hammersmith KS 3+
lyric.co.uk
A crime has been committed. The victim has a choice to make. The criminal is waiting. debbie tucker green returns to the Royal Court to direct her shattering new play about an unspeakable decision. Starring Marianne Jean Baptiste (Broadchurch, The Amen Corner) and Claire Rushbrook (My Mad Fat Diary, Whitechapel). royalcourttheatre.com
hang By debbie tucker green Wed 8 Jul 7.30pm Thu 9 Jul 2.30pm Royal Court Theatre KS 4+ (contains strong language throughout)
Please note: Your completed application form is your confirmed request, not a provisional one. We are unable to offer refunds for any unused tickets. Please complete all sections below. See How to book overleaf. Deadline for applications: Friday 1 May 2015
Application form School Name of teacher
Job title
Address Postcode Borough Email Mobile Fax Does your group have any access requirements? (e.g. wheelchair needs, visual impairment, etc.) Year Group(s)
Students on free school meals
%
Reason(s) for intended trip
Tickets are limited to 30 pupils per school at one of the following productions with a minimum teacher / pupil ratio of 1:10. Number of pupils
Number of staff
Total
Please number your choices 1, 2, etc, in order of preference: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time
Tue 2 Jun 7.30pm
Memphis
Wed 3 Jun Wed 17 Jun 2.30pm 2.30pm
Peter Pan Thu 4 Jun 2.15pm
Wed 3 Jun Interested 2.30pm in insight
Thu 11 Jun 2.15pm
Beyond Bollywood
Thu 18 Jun Thu 25 Jun Interested 2.30pm 2.30pm in insight
Bugsy Malone
Wed 24 Jun Wed 1 Jul 2.30pm 2.30pm
hang
Wed 8 Jul 7.30pm
Anything to add?
Thu 9 Jul 2.30pm
How to book l
Please complete the application and return it by post to theatreopeners at the address on the right, or use the downloadable application form on our website and return by email.
l Please complete all sections of the application form, especially contact details including an email address and mobile number. l If anyone in your group has any access requirements, please state clearly on the application form. l
Tickets are strictly limited, so we cannot guarantee your application will be successful. Priority will be given to schools new to Mousetrap Theatre Projects and those with a higher percentage of students on free school meals.
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Schools may only attend one production, although you may rank as many choices as you wish. Following the application deadline, we will confirm whether or not your school has been successful.
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Your tickets will then be booked and an invoice issued. Please do not apply for tickets you cannot use and please check the school calendar carefully and confirm the visit with your senior management team in advance.
Mousetrap Theatre Projects 33 Shaftesbury Avenue London W1D 7EH T 020 7632 4116 F 020 7632 4111 E elaine@mousetrap.org.uk mousetrap.org.uk Registered charity no. 1053434. theatreopeners is generously supported by The Childhood Trust - Our Charity Champion for the Big Give Christmas Challenge 2014 and The Hyde Park Place Estate Charity.
l Once we have confirmed your tickets, we will communicate mainly by email - please keep checking your inbox. l If you have any further queries, please contact Elaine Grant on 020 7632 4116 or email elaine@mousetrap.org.uk
Mousetrap Theatre Projects enables young people with limited resources, access or support to engage with the best of London’s theatre.
We offer innovative theatre access, education and audience development projects to stimulate and inspire young people.
At the heart of our work is the desire to open the doors of London’s theatre to young people who would otherwise find them closed.
Cover image The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time London West End Cast 2014/15 photo by Brinkhoff/Mögenberg. Othello insight image by Alex Rumford.
inspiring young people