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When Santa’s sleigh breaks down on Christmas Eve, it’s the Aliens to the rescue! In this story that will prove to be out of this world funny, silly and oh so Christmassy, we meet these clever Aliens who help save the season as we know it! Don’t forget the many underpants that will be given along the way. Bring your students and help launch them into the world of live theatre!
Extra activity: Digital Teachers Resource Pack and Activity Pack
Recommended for: All ages from 3+
Key themes: Friendship, Resilience, Imagination, Kindness, Adventure and Fun
Curriculum links: Art and Design, Music, Citizenship, English, Relationships and Health Education
This Christmas, give your students the wonderful gift of live theatre with this iconic musical. This classic tale will be brought to life on stage with our Made our Curve charm and is filled with well-known songs that will appeal to all ages. A sure way to educate and inspire them at the end of the year!
Extra activity: Teachers Resource Pack and Theatre Day
Theatre Day: Thu 4 Dec, 10-12 pm
Recommended for: 8+ Secondary and FE/HE
Key themes: Hope, Resilience, Family, Love, Rebellion and Creativity
Curriculum links: Performing Arts, Drama, English, History, RE, PSHE, Dance and Sociology
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Get ready to be on the edge of your seats for this epic adventure told through musical theatre. Join Percy as he goes on a quest to his destiny. Who will he encounter? What perils will he face? What will he learn along the way? A fantastic opportunity for all students to see how a best-selling novel can be transformed into live theatre!
Extra activity: Digital Resources
Recommended for: 8+ Secondary and FE/HE
Key themes: Family, Truth, Success and Failure, Betrayal, Belief and Destiny
Curriculum links: Drama, Performing Arts, English, RE, History, Sociology, PSHE and Citizenship
Follow Bluey on a lazy Sunday afternoon as she tries everything to get Dad off his bean bag to play with her and her sister Bingo. Filled with original songs and music, plus the characters brought to life by worldclass puppeteers to immerse you in the story. Join Bluey and friends in this imaginative theatrical treat.
Extra activity: Bluey’s Big Play Printable Activity Pack
Recommended for: All ages welcome! EYFS+
Key themes: Adventure, Fun, Curiosity, Family, Friendship and Imagination
Curriculum links: English, Art and Design, Citizenship, Music and Relationships and Health Education
Scan the QR code to see the trailer.
CHRISTMAS FAMILY SHOW ’s
MUSIC RICHARD RODGERS
LYRICS OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN II
BOOK HOWARD LINDSAY and RUSSEL CROUSE
Suggested by “The Trapp Family Singers” by Maria Augusta Trapp
Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk
DIRECTOR NIKOLAI FOSTER
CREATE, LEARN AND ENGAGE
At Curve, we offer a range of exciting and engaging cultural opportunities and experiences for creative learning with children, young people, and teachers.
Our aim is to inspire students and young people to become the next generation of storytellers and makers.
EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS
Why not book a workshop for your students? Run by professional artists and practitioners in the industry, the standard cost of an educational workshop at Curve is £200-£250 for half a day and £300-£350 for a full day. These can be tailored to a specific theme, issue or topic from the show, or look at jobs and careers in the theatre, as well as other areas of performing. They can take place at Curve or, upon request, be delivered in-school to suit you and your students’ specific needs or interests.
Don’t let the cost be a barrier, especially if new to Curve. If budgets are limited, we may be able to offer workshops at a lower cost.
Get in touch and share the impact drama, performing arts and theatre can have! learning@curvetheatre.co.uk
THEATRE DAYS
These two-hour learning sessions in our theatres offer your students a very special chance to learn first-hand how a show is created at Curve. Hear from cast and creatives about rehearsal techniques and performance skills and observe a technical demonstration showing how sound, lighting, set and costume create different effects.
Be ready with a question for the Q&A, too! Theatre Day tickets are just £5 per person for educational groups and are usually followed by a matinee performance. See individual shows for tickets.
TEACHERS NETWORK AND CPD
A Teachers Network runs throughout the year to support educators wanting to develop their practice. CPD is available for individuals and departments, taking place in school or at Curve Theatre. Get in touch to discuss how we can support your development journey. To join the network, email learning@curvetheatre.co.uk
FREE DIGITAL LEARNING RESOURCES
Our downloadable Learning Packs for all our Made at Curve shows are filled with interviews and backstage insights as well as practical activities to explore for a range of ages. Our monthly podcast, Curve in Conversation, gives a behind-the-scenes glimpse into both Made at Curve and visiting shows with interviews from key creatives. Curve Classroom is an online resource that covers master classes and lessons across a range of artistic forms.
You can find our digital learning resources at curveonline.co.uk/digital-learning-resources
TICKETS
Ticket prices vary for each production. For selected performances, we offer school group discounts which includes a complimentary teacher’s ticket with every 10 students.
Please contact groupbookings@curvetheatre.co.uk for further information.
DISCOVER CURVE: CAREERS IN THE THEATRE
Attend this special event to help your students find out about the range of jobs and careers in the theatre, from Front of House to Technical, from Programming to Communications and more. This can include a behind-thescenes tour and chance to see some of the key people and places within Curve. Keep a look out for the next one on our website!
All our upcoming shows can be found on our website curveonline.co.uk/whats-on
To book tickets please contact groupbookings@curvetheatre.co.uk or call 0116 242 3595
To book workshops or discuss requirements contact learning@curvetheatre.co.uk or call reception on 0116 242 3560 to talk to the Creative Programmes Team.