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.
Wriggle Dance Theatre
The Colour Of Me Fri 30 September & Sat 1 October 11am & 2pm
Ages 3-7
Join us in a magical world of colour. Can you feel the excitement of the deep blue sea, the green peacefulness of nature, or bravely go where no child has ever been … inside an orange? But do watch out for red, who is sometimes very cross. Come and experience the beautiful rainbow of emotions that lives inside each and every one of us. What colour are you today? With live music and projection, this interactive dance theatre performance promises to delight, tickle and inspire young audiences. Perfect for: • Exploration of theatre • An immersive experience • Creative development Tickets £6.50 (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
Ages 9+
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.
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The Boy Who Bit Picasso Wed 2 November 10.30am & 1pm When Picasso comes to stay anything can happen!
Ages 4+
Come and play on the farm with Tony and Picasso. We’ll have loads of fun, make crazy pictures and tell the true story of how a young boy became friends with one of the greatest artists who ever lived. Storytelling, music and puppetry combine with chances to make your own art in this handson and hilarious interactive show. “THE BEST BITS OF THIS SWEET CHILDREN’S SHOW ARE HANDS‑ON AND MESSY, AND TURN THE AUDIENCE INTO LITTLE PICASSOS” The Guardian Perfect for: • A hands on theatre experience • Art curriculum links • Exploring literature through theatre Tickets £8.50, Partner Schools £7.50
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 .
Ages 5+
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
Scamp Theatre
Stick Man Thu 10 – Sat 12 November Thu 4pm, Fri & Sat 11am & 2pm
Ages 3+
Touching, funny and utterly original, Scamp Theatre’s delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man is packed full of puppetry, songs, live music and funky moves. Guarantees more fun than you can shake a stick at! Perfect for: • Linking literacy to theatre • Storytelling • Developing imagination and creativity Tickets £10.50 (Free teacher’s ticket with every 10 booked)
Shakespeare Schools Festival Tue 22 & Wed 23 November 7pm See Shakespeare performed as you’ve never seen it before. Shakespeare Schools Festival is proud to present a series of unique performances by children from all over the Corby area. Shakespeare Schools Festival is a wonderful way to experience the language, magic and possibilities of Shakespeare – an evening at this festival will be a night to be treasured. Perfect for: • An introduction to the world of Shakespeare • Storytelling Tickets £8
The Core at Corby Cube proudly presents
A Christmas Carol
Thu 8 – Sat 31 December (Times Vary)
Ages 6+
The most famous festive tale of all time, A Christmas Carol, is brought to life in a brilliantly entertaining new version. Wealthy miser Ebenezer Scrooge is all set to greet Christmas Day with his traditional ‘bah humbug’! Not this year… the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future have other ideas, and with the clock ticking they appear on Christmas Eve to see if they can show him the real meaning of Christmas before it’s too late. Featuring some of the best-loved Dickensian characters, this heart-warming hourlong adaptation of the timeless classic is written and directed by Gary Sefton who was behind the much loved Christmas shows Hansel & Gretel at The Core as well as The Wind In The Willows and A Christmas Carol at Royal & Derngate. Come and join us as The Core is transformed with candles, mince pies, carols and some ghostly goings-on! Perfect for: • A perfect Christmas treat • Immersive theatre experience • Exploring literature through theatre Tickets Schools Performances £9 (Free teacher’s ticket with every 10 booked)
The Tiger Who Came To Tea Fri 24 March 1.30pm & 4.30pm & Sat 25 March 11am & 2pm Back by popular demand, the tea-guzzling tiger is returning to Corby in the delightful family shotw The Tiger Who Came To Tea; a musical play adapted and directed by David Wood, based on the book by Judith Kerr.
Ages 3+
Packed with oodles of magic, singa-long songs and clumsy chaos, this is a stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem... expect to be surprised! Perfect for Key Stage 1 pupils. Tickets Schools £10.50
Dance Discover In A Day
An established dance practitioner will work with a class throughout the whole day to discover dance as an art form, find out about dance artists and dance work and share their experiences with each other. The day will include a Discover Arts Award Certificate. Available Tuesdays and Fridays throughout term. Perfect for: • Developing movement • Developing creative thinking • Developing the arts that surround them • Developing critical thinking • Increasing confidence • Developing communication skills For a limited time only we can offer this at a subsidised rate of just £100! (Usual cost of this workshop £475)
Ages 5-11
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
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