Project summary

Year 3 had the opportunity to be immersed into the world of theatre as they went to see the Little Prince. The children were then able to experience workshops provided by the actors of the Little Prince.

LCEP Board Member(s) leading this project: Louise McLeod

Networks involved: Diamond Academy x60 students, Drake Primary School x60 students, Protein Dance Company, Arts lead at Drake – E. Booth

Completion date: July 2023

Funding sources and costing

Protein Dance Company

Creative Arts East – Dance Company

Drake Primary – Art Workshops - £134.92

Carnegie Rooms/Theatre Venue - £250.00

UPP (Thetford Business) - £200

Project network and services provided

Protein Dance

• Provided the opportunity for the children to watch their performance at

• the Carnegie Rooms in Thetford.

• The actors then came and provided workshops for the children of

• Drake Primary and Diamond Academy.

Art Workshops

• Arts lead at Drake was able to provide a workshop for the children of

• Drake Primary and Diamond Academy.

• Children created a combined piece of art using a variety of resources and mediums

Outcomes

The children had an incredible time watching the performance and they were able to engage in different parts of the theatre. Staff noted that some children have never been to the theatre before and this was a first experience for them.

Children

• Some had never experienced the theatre before meaning this was a very important experience for them.

• Children said they were “amazed” at what they saw!

• Children had the opportunity to be exposed to new professions.

• Everyone engaged well with the workshops and they were able to learn new art, drama and creative skills.

• Experience in collaborating with children from other schools

Staff

• Staff were upskilled as they were able to watch the actors deliver their workshops

• The opportunity to work with other staff members from other schools were also appreciated

• Staff also enjoyed experience