Theatre Journeys forSpecial SchoolsExperience and explore the best of London’stheatre for just £5 a ticket

Mousetrap Theatre Projects opens the door to WestEnd theatre for secondary special schools, with bestseats at top productions and in-school workshops thatsupport and enrich the experience.

EXPERIENCEEach term, secondaryspecial schools are offered a choice of 2 outstandingWest End productions at £5 a ticket, plus:

• Free in-school dramaworkshop linked to theperformance

• Teachers resource pack Blood Brothers

‘It far surpassed myexpectations – it waswonderful, the workshopwas brilliant and theshow and the theatrestaff were fabulous.’Teacher, St Ann’s School, We Will Rock YouSummer 2010

‘It was amazing. I enjoyed it.’Pupil, Alexandra School, Billy ElliotSummer 2010

National Theatre workshop

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AUTUMN TERM 2010

Blood BrothersPhoenix Theatre

tracks, only to meet again withtragic consequences. Fewmusicals have received quite suchaccolades as this multi-awardwinning show, which continues toenjoy standing ovations at almostevery performance.Suitable for Year 7+www.kenwright.com

Thursday 21 October at 3pm

Thursday 18 November at 3pm1 wheelchair space and 2 transfer seats

Length: 2hrs 45

Written by the legendary WillyRussell, Blood Brothers tells thecaptivating and moving tale oftwins who, separated at birth,grow up on opposite sides of the

WickedApollo Victoria Theatre

www.wickedthemusical.co.uk

Wed 3 November at 2.30pm

Wed 10 November at 2.30pm4 wheelchair spaces and 4 transfer seats

Length: 2hrs 40

Based on Gregory Maguire’snovel, the spellbinding Wickedtransports audiences to aspectacular fantasy world ofwizards and witches to tell theuntold story of an extraordinaryfriendship between two girls: theblonde and popular Glinda andthe misunderstood green girl,Elphaba, whose destiny is tobecome the infamous WickedWitch of the West.Suitable for Year 7+

EXPLOREA series of drama or music workshops on a theme ofthe teacher’s choiceWould you like to involve your studentsin more in-depth drama or music work?We can pair you with an experiencedtheatre artist to work on an 8–hourworkshop scheme with the theme andoutcomes set by you. You can take partas an individual school or pair up withanother school (special or mainstream)for an inclusive project. This project willallow you to:• Select an outstanding theatreproduction as the starting point for the work• Choose any theme, idea or theatricalstyle to explore (e.g. self-expression,tolerance, physical theatre, songwriting)• Work with experienced and supportivepractitioners

Supported by the Ernest Cook Trust

into your school for 2 hours at a dateand time convenient to you (e.g.3.30pm to 5.30pm). Each session willbe tailored to the school’s requirements.

Possible sessions include:• Engaging reluctant pupils• Learn to play the ukulele• Directing the school show• Behaviour management techniques

To apply, please complete the enclosedapplication form, or for more informationplease contact Jo on 020 7632 4117or email jo@mousetrap.org.uk

Cost: £150 per school

DEVELOPAfter-school CPD Tell us what training you would like,and we will bring a theatre practitioner

‘The programme has absolutely made adifference to my pupils in attitude andconfidence. Pupils are much more willingto take on an activity voluntarily.’

Teacher, Woodfield School, November 2009

Cost: £200 for 4 x 2 hour workshops,plus £5 per theatre ticketFor more information please contact Jo on 020 7632 4117 or emailjo@mousetrap.org.uk

Application FormPLEASE NOTE: Please apply early, as spaces are strictly limited. If your application is successful,the tickets will be booked for you and an invoice and confirmation letter sent. Please do notapply for tickets you cannot use, as we are unable to offer refunds on any unusedtickets. Please return this form by post or fax to 020 7632 4111.

Contact name: Job title:

School: Borough:

Email:

Address:

Postcode:

Tel: Mobile:

Please state the best time of day to reach you:

What are the special educational needs of the pupils in your school?

Which year group are you bringing? (Year 7 and up only)

Tickets are limited to approximately 30 pupils and teachers per school.

Access requirementsDo you have wheelchair users in your group? Yes/No If so, how many?

Are any of the wheelchair users able to transfer into seats? Yes/No If so, how many

Please tell us about any other needs or requirements (E.g. visual impairment, medical conditions, fear of heights, etc.):

Please number your choices as #1, #2 etc. Schools may attend only one production,although you may make as many choices as you wish.

Blood Brothers Deadline for applications: 10 Sept 2010Thursday 21 October at 3pm pupils adults Total:

Thursday 18 November at 3pm pupils adults Total:

Wicked Deadline for applications: 10 Sept 2010Wednesday 3 November at 2.30pm pupils adults Total:

Wednesday 10 November at 2.30pm pupils adults Total:

We will prioritise schools new to the programme and those with a higher percentageof students on free school meals. If you have any queries, please contact Jo Pelly on020 7632 4117 or jo@mousetrap.org.uk

Please send me more information about the in-depth education programme

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Mousetrap Theatre Projects23 – 24 Henrietta StreetCovent GardenLondon WC2E 8NDT: 020 7632 4117F: 020 7632 4111E: jo@mousetrap.org.ukwww.mousetrap.org.uk

Registered charity no. 1053434

Mousetrap Theatre Projects enables young peoplewith limited resources, access or support to engagewith the best of London’s theatre.We offer innovative theatre access, education and audience developmentprogrammes to stimulate and inspire young people. At the heart of ourwork is the desire to open doors to young people who might otherwiseconsider London’s rich cultural heritage closed to them.