“THE GREATEST FEEDBACK I CAN SHARE IS THE GLINT IN THE EYES OF THE STUDENTS SINCE THE PERFORMANCE. It had such a massive impact on the happiness of our students! They loved the performance and have been asking their teachers about other plays and the possibility of follow up performances! We can’t thank you all enough!”
Ben Kirkman, Heckenberg Public School NSW
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When we set high expectations for students, they rise to the challenge. Starting Shakespeare with young students is no different, and we are constantly overwhelmed with positive feedback about our programs in primary schools. Lucy, Year 4
“ When we were told that Bell Shakespeare was coming to our school, I was jumping out of my seat with excitement!”
Dara, Year 3
“ l could hardly sit still!”
Theuns, Year 3
“ Honestly I have never seen a Shakespeare play in my life but the Bell Shakespeare actors changed that completely and man oh man it was hilarious and also remarkably fantastic.”
Alex, Year 4
“ The play was hilarious and because it was full of unexpected twists and turns, l nearly fell out of my chair.”
Sienna, Year 4
“ I was so caught up in the story that I didn’t even notice my mum drive past the hall.”
Peyton, Year 3
“ I hope I will see it again.”
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“WE WANT TO SEE AUSTRALIA REFLECTED IN THESE STUDENT-MADE FILMS, proving that the ideas Shakespeare wrote about are alive in us today.”
Bell Shakespeare Head of Education, Joanna Erskine
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WHAT’S YOUR SHAKESPEARE STORY? Calling all budding filmmakers! Bell Shakespeare is excited to announce a film festival where students are in the director’s seat. A national festival of short films about and inspired by Shakespeare, that reflect unique Australian communities. Participating schools will have access to a wealth of resources on filmmaking, performing Shakespeare, and information for teachers. Teachers will have access to a live streamed teacher workshop direct from Sydney Opera House. Win great prizes and share in Shakespeare storytelling with schools across Australia! CREATE A FILM IN ONE OF TWO CATEGORIES Retelling – films using Shakespeare’s original text and story Reimagining – films that adapt, rework or are inspired by Shakespeare’s works THE RULES • For primary students, films must be no more than three minutes in duration • Films can be shot on a smartphone, tablet or camera • Films must use some of Shakespeare’s original text, or be inspired by Shakespeare’s words, plays or characters • Films must reflect your school and/or your unique community in some way Full terms and conditions and all information will be available at bellshakespeare.com.au/learning. All ages, all levels of experience.
HOW LONG?
Films must be no more than 3 minutes.
HOW MUCH?
$500 for schools with an ICSEA value of 1001 and above. $250 for schools with an ICSEA value of 1000 or less.
REGISTRATION
Register using form downloadable from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning
DATES
Registrations open 28 January 2020. Festival runs Term 1–3 2020.
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“A MUST FOR ALL SCHOOLS TO SEE. It is entertaining, engaging, informative, and introduces students of all ages to the world of Shakespeare”.
Robyn Smans, Seacliff Primary School SA
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JUST ROMEO AND JULIET! Originally by William Shakespeare Messed around with by Andy Griffiths Adapted by Joanna Erskine In 2019 Just Romeo and Juliet! took Australia by storm, and we’re excited to announce it’s back for 2020. When Andy unwittingly auditions for a school production of Romeo and Juliet, he gets more than he bargained for. Featuring Shakespeare’s original language within a madcap adventure, follow Andy, Danny and Lisa as they rehearse the greatest love story ever known with hilarious results. It’s Andy Griffiths’ beloved humour in a rollicking tale of Shakespearean proportions. Perfect for those just starting out on their Shakespeare journeys, as well as those well-versed in his works. WHO’S IT FOR?
Years 2–6.
HOW LONG?
50 mins + 10 min Q&A.
BOOKING INFO
$995 for up to 140 students. Additional students $7 each up to maximum of 200. No GST. Schools experiencing financial, socioeconomic and/or geographic challenges may apply for a Sharing Shakespeare subsidy. See page 21.
DATES
Touring across Australia in Terms 2–4. Please visit bellshakespeare.com.au/learning for tour dates.
RESOURCES
Online Resources to support pre- and post-show classroom study.
“Just Romeo and Juliet! was the best in-school performance I have ever seen. It inspired our students to learn more about Shakespeare and open their eyes to the world of theatre production. It was perfect!”
Amy Donoghue, Blue Gum Community School ACT
“Our students were all raving about it. Even students who went in feeling like they may be scared or not enjoy it came out saying they loved it.”
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Embark on a great adventure with Shakespeare in your very own classroom. A Bell Shakespeare Teaching Artist will take your students through a two-hour practical workshop, exploring themes, language, characters and great stories from Shakespeare’s classic plays. Students will be on their feet, mastering Shakespeare’s words, playing roles, and imagining other worlds in this fun-filled and enriching workshop. CHOOSE FROM MAGIC & MAYHEM Fairies, wizards, witches, spells, tricks and plenty of mischief LOVERS & TYRANTS Classic lovers, dastardly villains, from high comedy to epic tragedy INTRODUCTION TO SHAKESPEARE A workshop for Year 6 students can be developed on request. Available in schools across Australia, all year round. WHO’S IT FOR?
Years 3–6.
HOW LONG?
2 hours.
HOW MUCH?
$500 + GST for up to 30 students.
BOOKING INFO
Book now using the enclosed booking form or download from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning
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Available throughout 2020.
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Why not immerse your school in Shakespeare for one stimulating week? We’ll design an intensive and exciting schedule of workshops for all students from K–6 and include Teacher PD sessions to maximise impact. Our staff and Teaching Artists will work with you to tailor content for your school to ensure your aims and outcomes are met. Perhaps it’s a school performance we can assist with? A Year 4 project on Macbeth? Or simply a whole school introduction to Shakespeare? Not sure how you’d plan your week? Give us a call and we’ll discuss an Artist in Residence program for your school. Available in schools across Australia, all year round. WHO’S IT FOR?
All ages, all levels of experience.
HOW LONG?
Length of residency tailored to your specifications.
HOW MUCH?
Price is calculated on a case-by-case basis.
BOOKING INFO
Complete an Expression of Interest form available for download from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning and we will be in touch.
DATES
Available throughout 2020.
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Our Professional Learning programs are available on demand, and tailored to suit your PD needs. We’ll guide you through our innovative teaching strategies and equip you and your colleagues with resources that are applicable across all subject areas. With a cross curricular approach, we’ll take the fear out and put the fun in, giving you accessible ways to teach Shakespeare to all ages, and all learners. If you are advanced in your Shakespeare journey you can access expanded training activities, to challenge yourself and your students. From full-day sessions to after-school workshops, book when it suits you and your school, and take away strategies to use in your classroom the very next day. Select from our list of available sessions or design your own in consultation with our team. AVAILABLE SESSIONS SHAKESPEARE IN THE PRIMARY CURRICULUM For schools not yet studying Shakespeare. PLAYING WITH SHAKESPEARE For schools already studying Shakespeare. Or DESIGN YOUR OWN for an additional fee. WHO’S IT FOR?
All teachers, all levels of experience.
HOW LONG?
Determined by the school. Minimum 2 hours, up to full day sessions.
HOW MUCH?
Price is calculated on a case-by-case basis.
BOOKING INFO
Complete an Expression of Interest form available for download from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning and we will be in touch.
DATES
Available on demand.
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Thanks to the Australian Government and Teachers Mutual Bank, the Regional Teacher Mentorship offers 30 teachers from regional and remote Australian schools a fully-funded, year-long mentorship with Bell Shakespeare. Curious about how to use Shakespeare with your students, or in need of new ideas and strategies? This incredible program is for you. Teachers will take part in four intensive days of practical, collaborative, and tailored training at Bell Shakespeare HQ in Sydney. They will design new curriculum content, network with other teachers from across Australia, challenge themselves, strengthen their teaching arsenal, and see Hamlet at Sydney Opera House. They will then return to their schools where they will receive mentoring and ongoing support from Bell Shakespeare staff and Teaching Artists. All travel, accommodation and professional learning expenses are provided. WHO’S IT FOR?
Teachers from regional or remote Australian schools.
HOW TO APPLY
Entry is by application and will require the applying teacher to submit a statement of intent, as well as a support letter from the school Deputy/Principal. Download an application form from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning
DATES
Applications close Monday 25 November 2019, 5pm. Successful applicants notified in early December 2019. MENTORSHIP DATES Group 1: Friday 28 February – Monday 2 March 2020 Group 2: Friday 20 March – Monday 23 March 2020 Please note, travel to and from Sydney is in addition to these dates.
Shannon Goodwin, Spreyton Primary School TAS
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“ One of the best teaching professional developments I have had. I was not expecting it to be that much fun! I loved every second.”
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John Bell founded Bell Shakespeare with the mission of making Shakespeare’s plays accessible to all Australians, regardless of age, income or geographic location. Sharing Shakespeare provides subsidies to schools challenged by financial, socioeconomic and geographic barriers, for a range of our in-school programs. If you would like to be considered for a subsidy in 2020, complete our online form and let us know what program you’re interested in. Successful applicants will be granted subsidies of 25% – 100% towards performances, workshops and masterclass visits. If you are part of a network of schools, apply together and enhance your subsidy value. To apply, visit bellshakespeare.com.au/learning/scholarships With thanks to our generous donors who make Sharing Shakespeare possible. Nicole Tainsh, Granville East Public School NSW
“ Thank you so much for enabling our students to have this opportunity. For many of our students this will have been their first experience of theatre. This will also have been the first opportunity for the majority of our students to connect with the works of Shakespeare. hese experiences broaden our students’ horizons T in the world. The Players bring the language of Shakespeare to life in a tangible way that connects to the lives of students, helping them to recognise the relevance of literature beyond the here and now.”
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WINNER BEST EDUCATIONAL APP – ATOM AWARDS A unique iPad app from Deeper Richer and Bell Shakespeare For Years 3–6, focusing on Macbeth and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Starting Shakespeare is a fun, accessible and rich learning resource for you and your students. Aligned to the Australian Curriculum and featuring Bell Shakespeare artists including John Bell, the app includes playful videos, engaging retellings, character profiles, historical information, active learning journeys and a comprehensive iBook for teachers. • Suits Years 3–6 • Cost $7.99. No GST • Available from iTunes App Store on iOS (iPad only) • Enrol in Apple’s Volume Purchasing Program for Education to receive a 50% discount when you purchase 20 or more copies CLASSROOM RESOURCES Comprehensive classroom resources are accessible via our website. You’ll find learning packs to support our in-school performances, with information including synopses, characters, themes, classroom activities and worksheets. You can also access resources for a wealth of Shakespeare’s plays and past Bell Shakespeare productions via our website, to support your own learning. Visit bellshakespeare.com.au/learning and start exploring today.
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The Company is assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body, and by the NSW Government through Create NSW.
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