Special Schools Spring Term 2010

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Application Form PLEASE NOTE: Please apply early, as spaces are strictly limited. If your application is successful, the tickets will be booked for you and an invoice and confirmation letter sent. Please do not apply for tickets you cannot use, as we are unable to offer refunds on any unused tickets. Please return this form by post or fax to 020 7632 4111.

Contact name:

Job title:

School:

Borough:

Email: Address: Postcode: Tel:

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Please state the best time of day to reach you: What are the special educational needs of the pupils in your school?

Which year group are you bringing?

Tickets are limited to approximately 30 pupils and teachers per school.

Access requirements Do you have wheelchair users in your group? Yes/No If so, how many?

Are any of the wheelchair users able to transfer into seats? Yes/No If so, how many Please tell us about any other needs or requirements (E.g. visual impairment, medical conditions, fear of heights, etc.): Please number your choices as #1, #2 etc. Schools may attend only one production, although you may make as many choices as you wish.

Cirque du Soleil – VAREKAI Wednesday 3 February at 3pm Friday 5 February at 3pm

Deadline for applications: 11 January 2010 pupils adults Total: pupils adults Total:

Stomp

Deadline for applications: 28 January 2010 pupils adults Total: pupils adults Total:

Thursday 11 March at 3pm Thursday 18 March at 3pm

We will prioritise schools new to the programme and those with a higher percentage of students on free school meals. If you have any queries, please contact Jo Pelly on 020 7632 4117 or jo@mousetrap.org.uk Please send me more information about the in-depth education programme

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 programmes to stimulate and inspire young people. At the heart of our work is the desire to open doors to young people who might otherwise consider London’s rich cultural heritage closed to them.

Mousetrap Theatre Projects 23 – 24 Henrietta Street Covent Garden London WC2E 8ND T: 020 7632 4117 F: 020 7632 4111 E: jo@mousetrap.org.uk www.mousetrap.org.uk Registered charity no. 1053434

Theatre Journeys for Special Schools Experience and explore the best of London’s theatre for just £5 a ticket

Mousetrap Theatre Projects opens the door to West End theatre for secondary special schools, with best seats at top productions and in-school workshops that support and enrich the experience.

‘The best workshop we’ve ever had at school.’

Teacher, John Chilton Special School, Autumn 2009

‘The pupils and staff thoroughly enjoyed the show which was quite magical and I know it will be a lasting memory for many of them.’

Teacher, Stormont House School, Summer 2009

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EXPERIENCE Each term, secondary special schools are offered a choice of 2 outstanding West End productions at £5 a ticket, plus: • Free in-school drama workshop linked to the performance • Teachers resource pack

Pupils from the Vale Resource Base at The Lion King

SPRING TERM 2010

Cirque du Soleil – VAREKAI

Royal Albert Hall Written and directed by Dominic Champagne Cirque du Soleil celebrates its 25th anniversary with a special return visit to the Royal Albert Hall with Varekai: its biggest London hit. Deep in the forest, at the summit of a volcano, exists an extraordinary world – a world where something else is possible. A world called Varekai.

Suitable for year 7+ www.cirquedusoleil.com Wednesday 3 February at 3pm Friday 5 February at 3pm 12 wheelchair spaces and several transfer seats available: please call 020 7632 4117 to discuss your access needs (100 tickets available) Length: 2hr 30

Stomp Ambassadors Theatre This multi-award-winning show has a universal language of rhythm, theatre, comedy and dance. Eight performers use everything from Zippo lighters, plastic bags, bin lids and even the kitchen sink to hammer out an explosively feelgood rhythm.

Suitable for year 7+ www.stomplondon.com Thursday 11 March at 3pm Thursday 18 March at 3pm No wheelchair spaces 1 transfer seat available (100 tickets available) Length: 1hr 40

EXPLORE Tailor-made workshop programme on a theme of the teacher’s choice This in-depth programme brings experienced theatre practitioners into the classroom to collaborate with you on a series of bespoke workshops on a topic or theme of your choice.

In collaboration with the practitioners, you select a theatre production to serve as a catalyst for the project and tailormake an 8-hour scheme of work designed to meet the specific needs of your students.

Previous themes have been: Sensory storytelling, building confidence, expressing emotions and non-verbal communication.

Cost: £300 for 4 x 2 hour workshops, plus £5 per theatre ticket

DEVELOP We offer ongoing training for special school teachers with INSET and skills-share days. If you have any specific training suggestions, please let us know.

For more information please contact Natalie on 020 7632 4118 or email natalie@mousetrap.org.uk

The next training opportunity is on using music and movement to facilitate your teaching and support other Drama work within your school. The day is aimed at special school teachers who wish to develop in this area and is led by artists from acclaimed dance charity, Dance Art Foundation.

To apply, please complete the enclosed application form, or for more information please contact Jo on 020 7632 4117.

Date: Wednesday 3 March Time: 9.30 to 3.30 Venue: tbc (central London) Cost: £75 per teacher