2020 Secondary Learning Program

SECONDARY

2020 LEARNING PROGRAM

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HOW CAN WE HELP? FROM THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR BELL SHAKESPEARE SHORTS FESTIVAL IN THEATRES 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4

HAMLET THE COMEDY OF ERRORS NATIONAL BROADCASTS REGIONAL ACCESS WORKSHOPS

IN SCHOOLS

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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

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OPPORTUNITIES

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ONLINE RESOURCES

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THE PLAYERS STUDENT WORKSHOPS SHAKESPEARE SEMINARS ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

MASTER SERIES AT BELL SHAKESPEARE PD ON DEMAND REGIONAL TEACHER MENTORSHIP

JOHN BELL SCHOLARSHIP WORK EXPERIENCE SHARING SHAKESPEARE

OUR PARTNERS TERMS AND CONDITIONS BOOKING FORM

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HOW CAN WE HELP? I WANT...

LIVE PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE

OPPORTUNITIES FOR MY STUDENTS

The Players (in schools) Hamlet & The Comedy of Errors (in theatres)

John Bell Scholarship Work Experience

National Broadcasts (in schools)

WHOLE SCHOOL EXPERIENCES Artist in Residence

ACTIVE EXPLORATION OF A PLAY Student Workshops

Bell Shakespeare Shorts Festival

Artist in Residence

TRAINING AND NEW IDEAS

HIGH LEVEL HELP FOR SENIOR STUDENTS

Regional Teacher Mentorship Master series Professional Learning on Demand

shakespeare Seminars

HELP WITH PROGRAM COSTS

EXTRA RESOURCES

Sharing Shakespeare

Online Resources

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FROM THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

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We’re having a celebration!

2020 marks Bell Shakespeare’s 30th anniversary. Ever since John Bell founded the Company in 1990, education has been at the core of our work. We couldn’t be prouder of the impact of our work for students and teachers so far. So we’ve decided to celebrate with a year of exciting new offerings and some old favourites.

In theatres, I’ll be directing Hamlet and Janine Watson will be directing The Comedy of Errors. Just in case you can’t catch these shows in the theatre, we’re broadcasting them into schools nationally so no one will miss out.

We’re also launching the Bell Shakespeare Shorts Festival, a national short film competition where students play director.

We can’t wait to see the Shakespeare stories that you share with us and see your communities reflected against Shakespeare’s language and characters.

The Players are back with three favourites – 2019’s smash hit Just Romeo and Juliet! in collaboration with the hilarious Andy Griffiths, and the return of Such Sweet Sorrow and Macbeth: The Rehearsal for senior students.

Teachers won’t miss out either. There’s a Master Series at Bell Shakespeare HQ, taught by key Bell Shakespeare creatives Jess Chambers, James Evans and Huw McKinnon.

And once again we’re offering fantastic opportunities for you and your students, such as the John Bell Scholarship, Regional Teacher Mentorship and Work Experience program.

So, blow out the candles, have a slice of cake, and join us as we celebrate 30 years of Bell Shakespeare.

Peter Evans Artistic Director

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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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BELL SHAKESPEARE SHORTS FESTIVAL

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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 suite 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 • Films must be no more than 5 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 use of language, 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 from 2 November 2019.

WHO’S IT FOR?

Years 7–12.

HOW LONG?

Films must be no more than 5 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.

DATES

Registrations open 28 January 2020.

Festival runs Term 1–3 2020.

REGRISTRATION

Register using form downloadable from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning

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IN THEATRES HAMLET

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Inside the glamorous court of Denmark in the 1960s, a family is torn apart by murder and betrayal. Outside, a country is threatened by Norway. And at the centre of this struggle is a man brimming with anguish.

Hamlet is a portrait of a young man struggling with the death of his father, his mother’s hasty remarriage to his uncle, and the vision of his father’s ghost looming in his mind’s eye. A story of revenge, passion and deception, this is a Hamlet for our time.

Bell Shakespeare opens its 30th year anniversary celebrations with one of Shakespeare’s most iconic and tragic works, directed by Artistic Director Peter Evans. Featuring Harriet Gordon-Anderson (The Miser) as a young man experiencing grief in its most complex and profound state, this Hamlet will be told through the lens of loss, betrayal and madness.

Schools across Australia can watch a special national broadcast of the mainstage production from Sydney Opera House, alongside matinee performances in Sydney and Melbourne.

HOW LONG?

2 hours 50 minutes including interval.

HOW MUCH?

MATINEES $32.50 per student, teachers at student prices.

One complimentary teacher ticket per 20 students.

NATIONAL BROADCAST $7.50 per student for schools with an ICSEA value of 1001 and above. $5 per student for schools with an ICSEA value of 1000 or less.

BOOKING INFO

Book now using the enclosed booking form or download from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning

DATES

NATIONAL BROADCAST Wed 18 Mar 10am AEST MATINEES Sydney Opera House, Playhouse Wed 11 Mar 1pm Wed 18 Mar 1pm Arts Centre Melbourne, Fairfax Studio Wed 29 Apr 11am Thu 7 May 11am Check the website for additional regional venue dates.

RESOURCES

Online Learning Pack to support classroom study.

National Broadcast Partner

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IN THEATRES THE COMEDY OF ERRORS

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NATIONAL TOUR Shipwrecked and separated 25 years earlier, two sets of long-lost twins miraculously find themselves in the same city on the same day.

What could possibly go wrong?

The Comedy of Errors is a hilarious romp of swapped identities, misguided love, mistaken imprisonment and chaotic mishaps, leading to an unbelievably crazy day for bumbling twins.

At the heart of this tale of comedic misfortune is an old man searching for his lost children who has found himself in the fight of his life‌to save his life.

Directed by Janine Watson, this is a beautiful story about reunion, wrapped up in a production of entertainment and laughter.

Schools across Australia can watch a special national broadcast of the mainstage production from Sydney Opera House, alongside matinee performances in Sydney and Melbourne.

HOW LONG?

2 hours 40 minutes including interval.

HOW MUCH?

MATINEES $32.50 per student, teachers at student prices.

One complimentary teacher ticket per 20 students.

NATIONAL BROADCAST $7.50 per student for schools with an ICSEA value of 1001 and above. $5 per student for schools with an ICSEA value of 1000 or less.

BOOKING INFO

Book now using the enclosed booking form or download from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning

DATES

NATIONAL BROADCAST Wed 28 Oct 10am AEST MATINEES Arts Centre Melbourne, Fairfax Studio Tue 21 Jul 11am Thu 23 Jul 11am Sydney Opera House, Playhouse Wed 11 Nov 1pm Check the website for additional regional venue dates.

RESOURCES

Online Learning Pack to support classroom study.

National Broadcast Partner

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NATIONAL BROADCASTS We are proud to announce that our mainstage productions of Hamlet and The Comedy of Errors will be broadcast direct from Sydney Opera House into classrooms across Australia in 2020.

HAMLET NATIONAL BROADCAST Wed 18 Mar 10am AEST Years 10–12 2 hours 50 minutes THE COMEDY OF ERRORS NATIONAL BROADCAST Wed 28 Oct 10am AEST Years 7–12 2 hours 40 minutes

WHO’S IT FOR?

Broadcast events are available to educational institutions in every state and territory. We recommend classes view the broadcast in groups of 40 or less.

HAMLET Years 10–12 THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Years 7–12

HOW MUCH?

$7.50 per student for schools with an ICSEA value of 1001 and above. $5 per student for schools with an ICSEA value of 1000 or less.

BOOKING INFO

Book now using the enclosed booking form or download from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning

DATES

HAMLET National Broadcast Wed 18 Mar 10am AEST THE COMEDY OF ERRORS National Broadcast Wed 28 Oct 10am AEST

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IN THEATRES REGIONAL ACCESS WORKSHOPS

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Regional students booked in to see The Comedy of Errors will be eligible to participate in our complimentary Regional Access Workshops.

Designed to prepare students for the production, these practical, 75-minute workshops guide students through the plot, key characters, themes, scene work, design, and insights into the production itself.

WHO’S IT FOR?

Schools booking The Comedy of Errors at a regional venue.

HOW LONG?

75 minutes.

HOW MUCH?

Free.

BOOKING INFO

Contact your local presenting venue to book your workshop or visit bellshakespeare.com.au/learning for more information.

DATES

Please contact the education team on 1300 305 730 to discuss dates and locations.

RESOURCES

Online Learning Pack to support classroom study.

Cathy Reynolds, Narromine High School, NSW

"As usual, I know we can rely on Bell Shakespeare to deliver high quality performance and enthusiasm about Shakespeare, backed up by wonderful theatre. We also appreciate the commitment to country areas, which has allowed a capable group of students access and appreciate Shakespeare. THANK YOU!"

Katherine Innes, Murrumbidgee Regional High School, Griffith Site, NSW

“It was really great to have a free workshop with a professional who was engaging, accessible and clearly passionate about Shakespeare.

It was an engaging couple of hours and the kids loved it!”

Paisley Walker, Georgiana Molloy Anglican School, WA

“The workshop was great fun, improving their understanding of the play and the performance. Increased love and interest in Shakespeare!”

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IN SCHOOLS THE PLAYERS The Players are Bell Shakespeare’s touring ensemble of actors, reaching schools across Australia with dynamic, accessible and entertaining Shakespeare performances to challenge and inspire your students and support your teaching of Shakespeare. This year we are bringing back three favourite shows by popular demand.

HOW MUCH?

$1,190 for up to 140 students.

Additional students $8.50 each up to maximum of 200. $995 for schools with an ICSEA value of 1000 or less, for up to 140 students.

Additional students $7 each up to maximum of 200.

The Players’ performances are GST exempt.

BOOKING INFO

Book now using the enclosed booking form or download from bellshakespeare.com/au/learning

DATES

Touring across Australia in Terms 2–4.

Please visit bellshakespeare.com.au/learning for tour dates.

RESOURCES

Online Learning Pack to support classroom study.

JUST ROMEO AND JULIET!

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Originally by William Shakespeare Messed around with by Andy Griffiths Adapted by Joanna Erskine 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 journey.

WHO’S IT FOR?

Year 7.

HOW LONG?

50 mins + 10 min Q&A.

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SUCH SWEET SORROW

By Matt Edgerton & Joanna Erskine Love, hate, laughs, revenge, brawls, swords, marriage, life and death – it’s fair to say that Romeo and Juliet has it all. Join The Players as we follow Shakespeare’s rebellious teens from youthful innocence to tragic conclusion. Featuring analysis of language techniques, character motivation and narrative devices, Such Sweet Sorrow is an interactive experience that will keep students on the edge of their seats, from first sight to final breath.

WHO’S IT FOR?

Years 7–10.

HOW LONG?

50 mins + 10 min Q&A.

MACBETH: THE REHEARSAL

By Joanna Erskine

WHO’S IT FOR?

Years 10–12.

HOW LONG?

50 mins + 10 min Q&A.

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Become a fly on the wall when two actors and a director take on the Scottish Play in rehearsal, with illuminating and entertaining results. Play observer and participant in this immersive and interactive show, as The Players play and replay with famous scenes and soliloquies from Macbeth. Witness the play’s trajectory blur with the actors’ own journeys, revealing key motivations, themes, language techniques and plot devices. A show that celebrates theatre-making, great storytelling and the power of the imagination.

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IN SCHOOLS STUDENT WORKSHOPS

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Ideal for secondary students who need an active experience of Shakespeare, Student Workshops are two-hour explorations of a play in your own classroom.

Blending an English and Drama approach, Bell Shakespeare Teaching Artists will activate language analysis, themes, key discussion points, scene work and character analysis, with the whole class on their feet. A playful and powerful approach to ensure deep learning and real engagement with Shakespeare’s plays.

CHOOSE A PLAY/TOPIC INTRODUCTION TO SHAKESPEARE WOMEN IN SHAKESPEARE PERFORMING SHAKESPEARE A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA AS YOU LIKE IT HAMLET HENRY IV PART 1 JULIUS CAESAR KING LEAR

MACBETH MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING OTHELLO RICHARD III ROMEO AND JULIET THE COMEDY OF ERRORS THE MERCHANT OF VENICE THE TAMING OF THE SHREW THE TEMPEST TWELFTH NIGHT

WHO’S IT FOR?

Years 7–12.

HOW LONG?

2 hours.

HOW MUCH?

$600 + GST for up to 40 students.

BOOKING INFO

Book now using the enclosed booking form or download from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning

DATES

Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Canberra and Brisbane available Terms 1–4.

Other locations may be available on request.

Ernest Ridgway, Loreto College Ballarat, VIC

"The workshop was excellent. The students experienced the play as a living, breathing performance which they created. The presenter was engaging, knowledgeable and present with the students."

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IN SCHOOLS SHAKESPEARE SEMINARS

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In this interactive seminar, two Bell Shakespeare Teaching Artists will combine rich critical analysis with active explorations of Shakespeare’s text. Best suited to senior students in Year 11-12 who are advanced in their study of a play, and need expert analysis to prepare for senior exams.

Each session will cover critical analysis, literary techniques, multiple readings, thematic discussion, character analysis and personal response. A handful of key scenes and soliloquies are perfromed by the Teaching Artists, with students taking over the role of director to influence meaning. A unique opportunity for senior students to meaningfully engage with Shakespeare’s plays, and work with professional artists.

AVAILABLE TEXTS HAMLET THE TEMPEST THE MERCHANT OF VENICE RICHARD III OTHELLO JULIUS CAESAR WHO’S IT FOR?

Years 11–12.

HOW LONG?

2 hours.

HOW MUCH?

$800 + GST for up to 60 students.

BOOKING INFO

Book now using the enclosed booking form or download from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning

DATES

Available in Sydney Terms 2–4 and regional NSW by request.

Please call 1300 305 730 or email learning@bellshakespeare.com.au to book your session.

Dr Michael Molkentin, Shellharbour Anglican College, NSW

“The students were unanimously positive about the performance seminar. They found it gave them confidence about what they knew and helped illustrate some of the play’s key ideas.”

Shakespeare Seminar Partner

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IN SCHOOLS ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

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Join the many schools across Australia who have taken the plunge with an Artist in Residence program. Designed to impact the entire school from students to teachers, an Artist in Residence will transform attitudes to learning through an intensive program of active learning through Shakespeare.

Bell Shakespeare Teaching Artists will teach student workshops, run teacher Professional Learning sessions, and deliver on outcomes we set with you in advance. Content will be designed in consultation with us, and you can choose from one play to a suite of plays for different year levels.

Dream big — what would you do at your school? Whether it’s a whole school immersion in Shakespeare, an intensive study of a single play, or even a site-specific performance of a Shakespeare play performed by your students, we can help.

Contact us to discuss ideas and brainstorm the right approach for your school.

WHO’S IT FOR?

All ages.

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 available for download from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning and we will be in touch.

DATES

Available throughout 2020 on demand.

Zahra Sheeth (Student) Moorefield Girls High School, NSW

“Throughout my schooling years and learning about Shakespeare and reading his work, I believed that it was difficult, boring and really unnecessary. But after spending time with Bell Shakespeare, I have learnt the true essence of Shakespeare.”

Bianca Scott, Nyngan High School, NSW

“There was an amazing array of activities and students were extremely happy and engaged with the texts.

This is a phenomenal program!”

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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING MASTER SERIES AT BELL SHAKESPEARE HQ

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VERSE & PROSE MASTERCLASS With Huw McKinnon, Bell Shakespeare’s Resident Artist in Education Sat 23 May, 10am – 1pm Think you know iambic pentameter? Think again. Spend an intensive session with Huw McKinnon, delving deep into the reasons that Shakespeare uses verse and prose to unlock character motivation, state of mind and create atmosphere in his plays. Learn practical techniques to activate your own teaching of verse and prose, using a range of plays.

DIRECTING SHAKESPEARE With James Evans, Bell Shakespeare’s Associate Director Sat 23 May, 2pm – 5pm What is the essential toolkit for directing Shakespeare? Learn tips, tricks and real rehearsal room strategies from James Evans, whose productions of Shakespeare have toured from regional theatres to Sydney Opera House.

With detailed text analysis, and unique tools to unlock meaning and exceptional performances, this is a fun and intensive workshop that will give you the confidence and know-how to direct one of Shakespeare’s great plays with your students.

VOCAL TRAINING & PRESENTATION FOR TEACHERS With Jess Chambers, Bell Shakespeare’s Voice & Text Coach Sun 24 May, 10am – 1pm Actors and teachers have a lot in common – both need their voices to be in top form to do their job well. Yet teachers are rarely taught how to look after their voices. Avoid that end of term strain by learning vocal techniques and wellbeing strategies from industry expert, Jess Chambers. Includes training in presentation techniques that will empower your own lesson delivery and communications with your colleagues.

WHO’S IT FOR?

Drama and English teachers, all levels of experience.

WHERE?

The Master Series will take place in Bell Shakespeare’s Rehearsal Room in The Rocks, Sydney.

HOW MUCH?

$75 +GST per teacher, per session.

Book two sessions for $130 +GST. Book three sessions for $190 +GST.

BOOKING INFO

Complete a booking form available to download from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning

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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING PD ON DEMAND

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Sometimes teachers need to be students again. Whether you’re a veteran Shakespeare teacher in need of fresh strategies, or a new teacher starting out with Shakespeare, it’s never too late to learn.

Whatever your Professional Learning needs are, we can design a program for you and your staff and deliver it at a time that suits you.

Bell Shakespeare Teaching Artists are dynamic presenters, able to deliver intensive training that is as fun as it is stimulating. Whether it’s an after-school session, conference workshop, weekend or full day training, we can design content that meets your needs.

Simply select from our list of available sessions or design your own in consultation with our team.

AVAILABLE SESSIONS DESIGN YOUR OWN TEACHING SHAKESPEARE STAGING SHAKESPEARE (FOR DRAMA TEACHERS) TEACHING AS YOU LIKE IT TEACHING HAMLET TEACHING MACBETH TEACHING A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM TEACHING ROMEO AND JULIET TEACHING THE TAMING OF THE SHREW TEACHING THE TEMPEST TEACHING OTHELLO WHO’S IT FOR?

Drama and English 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.

DATES

Available on demand.

BOOKING INFO

Complete a booking form available for download from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning

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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING REGIONAL TEACHER MENTORSHIP

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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.

If you’re running low on inspiration, not sure how to successfully engage your students with Shakespeare, ready for a challenge, have limited access to PD or resources, or just need to connect with likeminded individuals, then this incredible program is for you.

Teachers will play student for an intensive four 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 for the duration of 2020.

All travel, accommodation and Professional Learning expenses are provided.

WHO’S IT FOR?

English and/or Drama 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.

Margaret Henderson, Morowa District High School WA

“This program is life transforming. It was beyond anything I had ever experienced in professional development in my life.”

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OPPORTUNITIES JOHN BELL SCHOLARSHIP

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Students from regional schools across Australia are eligible to audition for the John Bell Scholarship. A life-changing opportunity for budding performers, three students will be selected to spend one incredible week training with Bell Shakespeare.

National auditions take the form of a 15-minute masterclass with a Bell Shakespeare artist, presenting a monologue, then workshopping and playing with the text.

Simply choose your monologue from our list. There’s a mix of male and female characters, tragedy to comedy. Take your pick and perform it in your own unique way.

Three students will receive one week of training and ongoing mentorship from Bell Shakespeare. They will undertake acting masterclasses with Bell Shakespeare artists, observe rehearsals, see live theatre and perform their winning monologue for John Bell, Artistic Director Peter Evans and a Bell Shakespeare cast.

See bellshakespeare.com.au/learning for audition dates and locations, or call 1300 305 730 to find out more.

WHO’S IT FOR?

To be eligible to audition, students must be enrolled in a regional high school full-time and be 16 years of age or older by 31 December 2020.

HOW TO APPLY?

Auditioning students must complete a registration form from our website to be handed to the Bell Shakespeare artist at their audition. Auditions will also be accepted via video. Visit bellshakespeare.com.au/learning for more information.

DATES

IN-PERSON AUDITIONS: Touring across Australia in Terms 2–3 until 31 October VIDEO AUDITIONS: Open until 31 October 2020 SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED: November 2020 WINNERS ANNOUNCED: December 2020 SCHOLARSHIP WEEK: January 2021

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OPPORTUNITIES WORK EXPERIENCE

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Students in Year 10 and 11 are invited to apply for one week of Work Experience at Bell Shakespeare HQ in Sydney.

Twelve students from around Australia will be selected to join the Company and go behind the scenes to discover how a working theatre company operates. Meet our team and learn about production, casting, design, rehearsals, marketing, box office, fundraising, education and administration.

Students will see live theatre, explore backstage, undertake group projects, listen to panel discussions, interview staff and participate in practical workshops.

The 2020 program will take place during the Sydney Opera House season of The Comedy of Errors.

Entry by application. Students in regional/interstate schools are encouraged to apply, however Bell Shakespeare is unable to cover travel and accommodation costs.

WHO’S IT FOR?

Students in Years 10–11.

HOW TO APPLY?

Students must complete an online application at bellshakespeare.com.au/learning

DATES

APPLICATIONS OPEN: 11 May 2020 APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 3 July 2020, 5pm SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS ANNOUNCED: 24 July 2020 WORK EXPERIENCE WEEK: 2–6 November 2020

Kristina, St Joseph’s Catholic High School, NSW

“What an amazing week! I gained a new perspective of not only working in the arts, but in Shakespeare as well! Getting to work with kids like me and people who have dedicated their lives to a craft was amazing.”

Saskia, Hastings Secondary College Westport Campus, Port Macquarie NSW

“ I had no idea about some of the stuff that I learnt happens behind the scenes! It has helped me choose the direction I want my career to head in. I made so many amazing long-time friends along the way. I only wish it could have lasted longer!”

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OPPORTUNITIES SHARING SHAKESPEARE

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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.

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ONLINE RESOURCES

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To support classroom teaching, Bell Shakespeare offers teachers a range of high quality, open access, online Shakespeare resources.

ONLINE LEARNING RESOURCES On our website you will find comprehensive Teacher Packs for all of our current and past in-school performances and in-theatre productions. Each pack contains a synopsis, historical information, character analysis, thematic discussion, designs, interviews, pre- and post-show classroom activities and much more.

SHAKESPEARE UNBOUND | ABC SPLASH Watch a selection of Shakespeare’s greatest scenes and soliloquies performed

by Bell Shakespeare artists including John Bell, Kate Mulvany and Miranda Tapsell.

This suite of high quality videos includes companion interview videos with the artists. Made for schools by Bell Shakespeare and ABC Splash, and available at splash.abc.net.au

BELL SHAKESPEARE TEACHER NETWORK Have you joined our national teacher network on Facebook? Network with teachers across Australia, share inspiring articles and resources, discuss new ideas for teaching Shakespeare, and be the first to hear about Bell Shakespeare news and opportunities for you and your students.

SOCIAL MEDIA Follow The Players on their national tour, network with Australian teachers and stay in touch with us via our many social media accounts: /groups/BellShakespeareTeacherNetwork BellShakespeare the_players_ BellShakespeare @bellshakespeare To hear from us each term, make sure you subscribe to our Learning e-newsletter.

Just email us at learning@bellshakespeare.com.au

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BELL SHAKESPEARE LEARNING PARTNERS

MAJOR PARTNER

GOVERNMENT PARTNERS

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.

National Schools Partner

SUPPORTING PARTNERS

Premium Partner

Perth Season Partner

TRUSTS AND FOUNDATIONS

BILL AND PATRICIA RITCHIE FOUNDATION

SCULLY FUND

Regional Teacher Mentorship Partner

Shakespeare Seminar Partner

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LEARNING TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Please read carefully the terms and conditions to which you are agreeing.

Changes and cancellations to bookings cannot be accepted over the phone and must be made in writing via email.

The booking forms a binding agreement between Bell Shakespeare and the school, and the school is liable to make payment by the due dates.

Bell Shakespeare will endeavour to accommodate any subsequent request for changes but reserves the right to retain the original arrangements and charge the full fee. Cancellations by Bell Shakespeare will result in rescheduling at a mutually agreed time or Bell Shakespeare will refund any payment made by the school.

It is the booking teacher’s responsibility to ensure student numbers are accurate, payment is organised and the school is notified of the booked activities. If a booking teacher leaves the school or goes on leave when the booked program takes place, it is their responsibility to pass all information of the booking to a new contact teacher before they depart, and to inform Bell Shakespeare of the change of contact teacher.

IN-SCHOOL PERFORMANCES 1. PAYMENT: A $250 non-refundable deposit per performance is to be paid within 14 days of the booking being processed. A booking is processed once Bell Shakespeare sends a deposit invoice to the booking teacher. According to student numbers, final payment will be invoiced after the performance and is due within 14 days of a final invoice being sent.

2. CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations made more than 8 school weeks away from the performance will result in a loss of deposit payment. Cancellations made within 8 schools weeks of the performance date will result in the full minimum fee being payable by the school.

IN-THEATRE PERFORMANCES (HAMLET & THE COMEDY OF ERRORS) 1. PLEASE NOTE: Student ticket prices are only available when booking tickets for designated school matinee performances. In some circumstances, a limited allocation of Under 30-priced tickets may be available, otherwise concession-priced tickets will be available to all school group bookings in general public performances.

2. PAYMENT: A 25% non-refundable deposit is to be paid within 14 days of the booking being processed. A booking is processed once Bell Shakespeare sends a deposit invoice to the booking teacher.

Final payment is due 6 school weeks prior to the performance season start date.

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5. CHANGES TO NUMBERS: Once a booking has been processed, tickets can be reduced by a maximum of 10% of the original booking only up to 6 school weeks before the performance season start date. Tickets can be increased pending availability. No reductions in ticket numbers can be made less than six school weeks prior to the performance season start date. The school is liable for the total cost of the booking if changes/ cancellations are made within this time.

6. CANCELLATIONS: If a booking is cancelled more than 6 school weeks prior to the start of the performance season, the school is liable to pay the deposit amount of the booking. If a booking is cancelled within 6 school weeks of the performance season start date, the school is liable to pay the total cost of the original booking.

7. SYDNEY, MELBOURNE AND CANBERRA SEASONS: School contact information will be shared with the performance venue to facilitate the booking process.

NATIONAL BROADCAST 1. PAYMENT: Payment is due within 14 days of the booking being processed. A booking is processed once Bell Shakespeare sends an invoice for the total amount to the booking teacher. Full payment must be received by Bell Shakespeare no later than 48 hours prior to the booked broadcast performance.

2. CANCELLATIONS: No refunds will be given for cancellations made within 14 days of the broadcast performance.

3. BROADCAST: Schools are not permitted to record, distribute or make any copy of the broadcast.

STUDENT WORKSHOPS, SHAKESPEARE SEMINARS AND PROFESSIONAL LEARNING 1. PAYMENT: Full payment is due within 14 days of the booking being processed. A booking is processed once Bell Shakespeare sends an invoice and booking confirmation to the booking teacher.

2. CANCELLATIONS: No refunds will be given for cancellations made within 14 days of the seminar or workshop date.

PRIVACY By providing my details I understand that Bell Shakespeare may contact me about this and other relevant learning programs in my area.

3. Where a booking is made within 8 weeks of the performance season, payment for the full booking is due within 14 days of the invoice date.

4. If a booking is made within 2 weeks of a given performance, full payment must be received by Bell Shakespeare no later than 48 hours prior to the performance. Please allow 2-3 business days for direct deposits and cheques to be received. Bell Shakespeare is able to accept credit card payments via telephone.

Secondary 2020

Over 20 years of inspiring young Australians through the greatest stories ever told.

Foxtel’s continued support has brought Bell Shakespeare’s inspirational programs to students across Australia – from major cities to regional towns.

SECONDARY 2020 LEARNING PROGRAM BOOKING FORM SCHOOL DETAILS School

Campus

Address

State

School email

Phone

Postcode

CONTACT TEACHER DETAILS (ALL FIELDS REQUIRED) Name

Position

Email

Mobile

How did you hear about us?

Website

Email

Word of mouth

Flyer

Other:

I would like to receive Bell Shakespeare’s Learning e-newsletter, for all the latest news and Learning updates.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Name

Email

Phone

IN-SCHOOL PERFORMANCES Multiple performances are available for in-school performance bookings. Please fill out your required performances below. The cost is $1,190 for up to 140 students and $8.50 per additional student up to a maximum of 200 (GST not applicable). For schools with an ICSEA value of 1000 or less each perfomance is $995 for up to 140 students and $7 per additional student up to a maximum of 200 (GST not applicable). More information: bellshakespeare.com.au/learning/inschools

PERFORMANCE 1

PERFORMANCE 2

PERFORMANCE 3

Just Romeo and Juliet!

Just Romeo and Juliet!

Just Romeo and Juliet!

Such Sweet Sorrow

Such Sweet Sorrow

Such Sweet Sorrow

Macbeth: The Rehearsal

Macbeth: The Rehearsal

Macbeth: The Rehearsal

Requested date/time

Requested date/time

Requested date/time

Year group & subject

Year group & subject

Year group & subject

No. of students (est.)

No. of students (est.)

No. of students (est.)

TOTAL COST

TOTAL COST

TOTAL COST

IN THEATRES $32.50 per student, teachers at student prices (school matinees only). GST not applicable. One complimentary teacher ticket per 20 student tickets booked (school matinees only). See bellshakespeare.com.au for school matinee dates and times.

PERFORMANCE 1 Hamlet

PERFORMANCE 2 The Comedy of Errors

Hamlet

The Comedy of Errors

Venue:

Venue: Requested date

Alternate date

Requested date

Alternate date

Requested time

Alternate time

Requested time

Alternate time

No. of student tickets

No. of complimentary teacher tickets

No. of student tickets

No. of complimentary teacher tickets

Year group & subject

No. of paid teacher tickets

Year group & subject

No. of paid teacher tickets

TOTAL COST

TOTAL COST

My school has an ICSEA value of 1000 or less. Please inform me of discount eligibility.

I would like to receive information from Sydney Opera House about their education program.

NATIONAL BROADCASTS $7.50 per student for schools with an ICSEA value of 1001 and above. $5 per student for schools with an ICSEA value of 1000 or less.

HAMLET — WEDNESDAY 18 MARCH 10AM AEST No. of students:

THE COMEDY OF ERRORS — WEDNESDAY 28 OCTOBER 10AM AEST No. of students:

Please note, to host a National Broadcast event, your technical capacity must meet these capabilities (please tick the boxes to indicate): A reliable internet connection

ermission to access YouTube, P and the Bell Shakespeare YouTube Channel

TV or projector set-up suitable A for your class size

peakers to deliver audio S that is suitable for your class size.

STUDENT WORKSHOPS Student Workshop bookings must be accompanied by a completed preparation form, available at bellshakespeare.com.au/learning $600 + GST per Workshop. Workshops with two Teaching Artists are available at an additional cost.

More information: bellshakespeare.com.au/learning WORKSHOP 1

WORKSHOP 2

WORKSHOP 3

Shakespeare play/topic

Shakespeare play/topic

Shakespeare play/topic

Requested date/time

Requested date/time

Requested date/time

Year group & subject

Year group & subject

Year group & subject

No. of students (max 40)

No. of students (max 40)

No. of students (max 40)

TOTAL COST

TOTAL COST

TOTAL COST

SHAKESPEARE SEMINARS $800 + GST per Shakespeare Seminar. More information: bellshakespeare.com.au/learning SEMINAR 1

SEMINAR 2

Hamlet

The Tempest

The Merchant of Venice

Hamlet

The Tempest

The Merchant of Venice

Richard III

Othello

Julius Caesar

Richard III

Othello

Julius Caesar

Requested date/time

Requested date/time

No. of students (max 60)

No. of students (max 60)

Year group & subject

Year group & subject

TOTAL COST

TOTAL COST

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE If you are interested in the Artist in Residence program, complete an Expression of Interest form from bellshakespeare.com.au/learning and we will be in touch. (More info on p23 this brochure).

AUTHORISATION I have read and agree to the terms and conditions available on Bell Shakespeare’s website and understand that this document forms a binding agreement between Bell Shakespeare and my school. TWO (2) SIGNATURES ARE REQUIRED TO VALIDATE BOOKING. SIGNATURE 1 Name

Signature

Date

Signature

Date

Booking teacher SIGNATURE 2 Name Principal OR

Deputy Principal

Return this completed form by: FAX 1300 552 271 EMAIL learning@bellshakespeare.com.au

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