Adam was very helpful in planning our…
Adam was very helpful in planning our trip for 100 students to Stratford Upon Avon. They had a wonderful time. Regarding the drama workshops which were part of the experience the feedback from our students was mixed. The do receive excellent Drama lessons already at school and had already covered some of the types of things covered in the workshops. I realise in hindsight that I should have been clearer with Adam regarding what we wanted from the workshops. I would also add that we had two workshops back to back (3 hours total) and this was a bit long for the students. Overall a good experience with the company but I would recommend being really clear regarding your objectives for the workshops.
Reply from Theatre Workout
Thank you for your feedback, although I am slightly concerned about your comments regarding the workshops.
We were told students ranged from beginners to advanced level, and two x 90-minute workshops were requested by the school: one on Shakespeare and one on Devising, which is what we delivered.
Had we known which group were beginners, and which were advanced, we would have tailored content accordingly, but we weren't told this.
Likewise, without knowing what you've done at school, we can't avoid some repetition, but with clearer goals we can build on the work you've done to maximise student's learning.
We are already planning your 2027 trip, so we will make sure we take these comments on board to ensure all students are thoroughly engaged throughout.
I assume the rest of your trip went as planned, with visits to Shakespeare's Birthplace, the RSC, Blenheim Palace, etc?