Schools Newsletter Welcome to a brand new term and a fantastic season of work here at The Core. As always there are lots of ways you can get inspired, get creative and get involved with us. We have a great choice of shows but also wrap-around activities too. Always keep in mind that we love to hear from you and really encourage partnership working, so get in touch if you have any question or queries. We hope you have enjoyed your summer and we are looking forward to seeing you soon!
Why not become an education partner? Nick Walker Director nick.walker@thecorecorby.com
Jodie Lees Creative Projects Manager jodie.lees@thecorecorby.com
If you are looking to book several items across a term you can become an education partner to gain access to discounts, free workshops and other opportunities for your school.
Talking Scarlet
Jekyll & Hyde Thu 15 – Sat 17 September 7.30pm, Sat Mat 2.30pm Everyone has a monster within Prepare for the fright of your life in this dramatic new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic and atmospheric Gothic melodrama. Dr Henry Jekyll believes that there are two distinct sides to men, one good and one evil. Intent on separating the two, he succeeds in his experiments. However, in doing so he unleashes ‘Hyde’, a monstrous and uncontrollable alter ego. Sumptious sets and costumes provide a brilliant backdrop for this riveting production as a crazed killer stalks the streets and blood‑curdling screams are heard. Perfect for: • English Literature, English Language, Drama Students and also those looking into ethics around the sciences and also psychology • Bringing text to life • Learning about literacy techniques including symbolism, themes and imagery • Discussing ethics and social responsibility of scientific discovery Tickets Groups 10+ £15 (Thu & Fri evening and sat matinee only), Schools £11, Partner Schools £10 (Free teacher’s ticket with every 10 booked)
Contender Charlie, China Plate and Warwick Arts Centre
Macbeth – Blood Will Have Blood Mon 3 – Wed 5 October 10am & 1pm
Returning to The Core after a sell-out run last year, this exciting production of Macbeth – Blood Will Have Blood is an accessible and unforgettable introduction to Shakespeare’s shocking story of ambition and greed re-invented for 9-13 years-olds. Using razor sharp storytelling, a dramatic on-screen world and a heart-stopping soundtrack, this one-man adaptation by The Core’s Director Nick Walker, takes us on a break-neck journey through the blood-soaked world of Macbeth in the 400th anniversary year of Shakespeare’s death. Perfect for: • An introduction to the world of Shakespeare • Exploration of emotional development • Storytelling Tickets Schools £9, Partner Schools £8 (Free teacher’s ticket with every 10 booked)
For group and school ticket bookings call Gillian Lockwood on 01536 470 470. For any other creative learning opportunities please call Jodie Lees on 01536 470 473.
www.thecorecorby.com
Motionhouse
Scattered Fri 7 October 7pm Scattered combines Motionhouse’s trademark highly physical dance theatre and mesmerising digital imagery in a unique interaction between film and live performance. The show explores our relationship with water as seven dancers delve into its majesty and savagery, plunging into an ocean, tumbling down a waterfall and sliding on an avalanche to a frozen landscape of arctic beauty. Performed on a curved floor, Scattered uses projection technology, daring choreography, aerial harnesses and bungees to create an extraordinary world where dancers and images interact seamlessly. Perfect for: • Dance students and those interested in psychical theatre • Learning about staging and technical techniques of a show Tickets Schools £8.50, Partner Schools £7.50 (Free teacher’s ticket with every 10 booked)
Into Film Festival Wed 9 November The Into Film Festival is the world’s largest free film and education event for schools and 5-19 year olds across the UK . The Festival will support teachers in delivering the curriculum, across subject areas, in a dynamic and engaging way. It offers all young people wider life experiences and the chance to immerse themselves in the magic of cinema. Keep an eye on our website and social media for the announcement of The Core’s film programme for the Festival or to find out more email jodie.lees@thecorecorby.com. Tickets are free, but all film bookings will be done directly through the Into Film website at www.intofilm.org/festival
The Core at Corby Cube proudly presents
A Christmas Carol
Thu 8 – Sat 31 December (Times Vary) The most famous festive tale of all time, A Christmas Carol, is brought to life in a brilliantly entertaining new version. Suitable for Years 7 & 8. To find out more or to book please call Gillian Lockwood on 01536 470 470.
Creative Learning
As well as our show-related activities, we also offer a range of activities that can be booked throught term-time. To find out more or to book please contact Jodie Lees at jodie.lees@thecorecorby.com or call 01536 470473.
Off The Shelf Workshops
We can deliver workshops at your school or in The Lab at The Core around curriculum or art forms. These can be in Performance, Lyric Writing, Developing Characters, Script Writing, Film and much more! Perfect for: • Increasing knowledge and skill in a particular art form • Developing creative learning and thinking • Increasing confidence and communication skills • Enrichment days • Raising attainment Cost One hour workshop starting from £80, half day workshop starting from £200, full day workshops starting from £400
For group and school ticket bookings call Gillian Lockwood on 01536 470 470. For any other creative learning opportunities please call Jodie Lees on 01536 470 473.
www.thecorecorby.com
Bespoke Workshops
We can deliver workshops to suit the needs and aims of your students. These can be curriculum specific, about a specific art form or developing certain skills. We work with you to design and develop this work so it is completely tailored to you. Perfect for: • Increasing knowledge and skill in a particular art form • Developing creative learning and thinking • Increasing confidence and communication skills • Enrichment days • Raising attainment • Working towards a particular project or curriculum links Cost Starting from £300 (price on request)
Play In A Day/Play In A Week
During the course of a day or a week your class or school can work with a practitioner to develop a play to showcase. This can be from a written piece or themed to your curriculum. Perfect for: • Learning about putting a show on from script to stage • Learning about the different sides of theatre • Increasing knowledge and confidence in performance Cost Starting from £500
Careers Day
See backstage and meet professionals working within the theatre through all departments. Perfect for: • Raising aspirations • Learning about all sides of the theatre • Career development Cost £200 or £75 if at least 10 students booked for an associated show. This can also be delivered at your school (price on request).
Arts Award
We can deliver Arts Award across all 5 levels. Discover, Explore, Bronze, Silver and Gold. We can deliver one off projects like Discover in a Day and Bronze in a week, or work with you to align Arts Award across existing activities including after school clubs or end of year showcases. Perfect for: • CV Building • Raising awareness of creative art forms and the creative arts sector • Enhancing existing delivery with a qualification • Providing a structure to a project or activity • Giving an added value qualification Cost Prices from £475
Did you know?
We offer free tours with the majority of our shows. Please ask when booking.
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Did you know?
We also offer surrounding workshops for shows, either from the company itself or from our in house practitioners. Get in touch for more information – getinvolved@thecorecorby.com
The Core at Corby Cube
For group and school ticket bookings call Gillian Lockwood on 01536 470 470. For any other creative learning opportunities please call Jodie Lees on 01536 470 473.
www.thecorecorby.com