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Shakespeare Schools’ Festival
On the 15 of October a fantastic company of 16 Fifth Form pupils performed Shakespeare’s political thriller ‘Julius Caesar’ at The Joseph Rowntree Theatre, York alongside three other schools.
“I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to St. Peters
School for your fantastic production of Julius Caesar as part of the 2018 Shakespeare Schools Festival. It was a brilliant night of theatre, and I’d like to highlight just a few elements that really stood out.
“This production was dark, chilling and powerful with a foreboding feel right from the outset. I was so impressed with your fabulous sound and lighting design, which combined with such slick costume choices made your play visually arresting and very atmospheric.
“There was great characterisation throughout the show, which really enabled your audience to have such a great grasp of a quite complex play. The death of Julius Caesar was particularly effective with creative use of costume and the stylised movement sequence. Thanks to some great creative direction, the cast were able to mix the heightened moments of drama with modern realism seamlessly.
“This was a stylish, intense and atmospheric Julius Caesar presented by a very talented and confident cast. Performing Shakespeare’s words on a professional stage takes courage, resilience, and imagination. You and your teachers should all incredibly proud of what you have achieved.”
Anne Danby Festival Director
