tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-67692000595702456572024-03-15T11:50:03.574+00:00Aesop's Touring Theatre CompanyAesop's Touring Theatre Company specialises in Theatre in Education, touring Schools, Art Centres and Theatres nationally throughout the year with plays and workshops specifically written and designed for Nursery, Infant and Junior age groups.Alberthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00239628047601650616noreply@blogger.comBlogger137125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769200059570245657.post-1666913855859231282024-03-15T11:48:00.001+00:002024-03-15T11:48:40.574+00:00DRAMA WORKSHOPS<p> Our colourful brochure depicts our scripted productions, and
is there for all to see. However, we offer much more than that.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard"><o:p> </o:p>Very often we are requested to follow up a play with one or
more workshops with the aim of enforcing the lesson learned, and affording the
opportunity to engage in some action from the performance.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard"><o:p> </o:p>Here is a brief summary of how it works:</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard"><o:p> </o:p><i>Initially, we gather the children in a large circle and
introduce ourselves. The children have the opportunity to do likewise
preferably with a loud voice and interesting movement.</i></p>
<p class="Textbody"><i>By means of a brief period of theatre games in the style
of the play they have seen, they are warmed up, body, mind and voice, and then
randomly divided into mixed groups of 3, 4 or 5.<o:p></o:p></i></p>
<p class="Textbody"><i>Each group is provided with a storyboard sheet depicting
characters, time, place, event, etc. so that from the options provided, or from
their own ideas, they may choose an episode from the play that they will enact.<o:p></o:p></i></p>
<p class="Textbody"><i>Our actors encourage and assist and give help in
rehearsing the chosen 2/3 minutes performances.<o:p></o:p></i></p>
<p class="Textbody"><i>Each group then performs its piece to the rest of the
class, and are given praise/advice by the actors.<o:p></o:p></i></p>
<p class="Textbody"><i>We believe our Drama Workshops do much to add impact to
the performance they have seen and, most importantly, contribute in developing
and encouraging social intercourse.<o:p></o:p></i></p>
<p class="Standard">Apart from the workshops associated with our plays, we have
created a large portfolio on numerous subjects which is constantly growing.
Ideas on these are shown in our SPECIAL OFFERS.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard"><o:p> </o:p>Next time I will tell you about our popular scripted plays
for the juniors.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard"><o:p> </o:p>PS Invariably the kids love the death scenes but,
fortunately, not all end up dead.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk22r23xZZD1A39X535UlTZQU87JlYWyWQxx5BIb7TexlUdvAKcuHg6-3otcw8tC7cNoBw7CcZn3AwAIwP6Hy4F2hCqitqpisLGh1Cr6KxFK5p34RRCby7HVhJ3RX2_8trFmTbGSTKlR55s478f76VXipVQsKEwfHIeduOzCcuLhdAb8N9jjXBY91daVU/s480/Workshop%20photo%20DSC00304.JPG" style="clear: left; display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="480" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk22r23xZZD1A39X535UlTZQU87JlYWyWQxx5BIb7TexlUdvAKcuHg6-3otcw8tC7cNoBw7CcZn3AwAIwP6Hy4F2hCqitqpisLGh1Cr6KxFK5p34RRCby7HVhJ3RX2_8trFmTbGSTKlR55s478f76VXipVQsKEwfHIeduOzCcuLhdAb8N9jjXBY91daVU/s320/Workshop%20photo%20DSC00304.JPG" width="320" /></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYwdW_Xm1Dbh2yI6Lg7Zh7dNAvW2oeaRKfg4msXF1X8KM57cASxuScPWVTy1FjGUYEVUCWk7qlaKbuRLA_dF3lV_h-yp3hzI4ABouyiChkIktmo_AJQ6ariANC_B264J_AzeFOdDBLjSCc3Xm7eehto6ERxwnQ8wcN3m0WRuBbjZyjEFMO4mQux3FHWlo/s2048/WWII%20at%20Hillsgrove%20Bexley%20013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYwdW_Xm1Dbh2yI6Lg7Zh7dNAvW2oeaRKfg4msXF1X8KM57cASxuScPWVTy1FjGUYEVUCWk7qlaKbuRLA_dF3lV_h-yp3hzI4ABouyiChkIktmo_AJQ6ariANC_B264J_AzeFOdDBLjSCc3Xm7eehto6ERxwnQ8wcN3m0WRuBbjZyjEFMO4mQux3FHWlo/s320/WWII%20at%20Hillsgrove%20Bexley%20013.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p class="Standard">Best wishes, and stay bright,</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard">Albert…..<o:p></o:p></p>Albert Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08928585675306603483noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769200059570245657.post-52804455700541230352024-02-17T12:51:00.000+00:002024-02-17T12:51:22.809+00:00STILL WITH THE NURSERY AND INFANTS<p><span style="text-align: justify;">My
recent writings have concentrated on important messages for the young ones; </span><i style="text-align: justify;">“The
Gingerbread Man”</i><span style="text-align: justify;"> (be happy with your lot); </span><i style="text-align: justify;">“The Hare & the Tortoise”</i><span style="text-align: justify;">,
(the value of true friendship) and </span><i style="text-align: justify;">“Billy Beware!”</i><span style="text-align: justify;"> (be aware to the
dangers in the home and elsewhere).</span></p><p class="Textbody" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Textbody" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;">I
will mention just one more equally important production’<o:p></o:p></p>
<p align="center" class="Textbody" style="text-align: center;"><b>“NOT SUCH AN UGLY
DUCKLING”<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="Textbody" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;">I
suspect at some stage in our lives we have all been subjected to bullying.
Perhaps we have inflicted it on others.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Textbody" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;">Our
play makes it very clear that bullying will not be tolerated, and we believe it
is important that this message is delivered at an early age before it becomes a
problem.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Textbody" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;">With
the use of two four-foot puppets and the skill of our actors, we demonstrate in
a serious but fun-filled way how bullying is wrong, and that being different is
acceptable.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Textbody" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;">As
one of our most recent additions, we are pleased that it is proving popular not
only with schools, but also libraries, play groups, children’s centres, local
institutions and public bodies.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Textbody" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;">It is
truly a splendid production and the children are mesmerised when the ugly
duckling transforms into a beautiful swan on stage.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Textbody" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;">I
urge you to visit it on our website.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Textbody" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;">As I
leave you, here are some shots from the show.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Textbody" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;">Albert….<o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGl2bp9XgUf4GRKjXGS4F4Y5IAzAwLHCq6ieIVIO9mzA66EIKC9io_dKmBA3X8O1kue4YJVJecBVF01VaglKtu3WtjcynkWRXKdD68MuK9UXhLEx3s1xyiwtTaD4irYzakzz7sRgHWPRp2fgkF-GG9K9H9bMZ43xBHu8WvCo3FMlI4N2k-HvwmOfbu-C0/s1481/Ugly%20Duckling%20007%20for%20theatres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1023" data-original-width="1481" height="221" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGl2bp9XgUf4GRKjXGS4F4Y5IAzAwLHCq6ieIVIO9mzA66EIKC9io_dKmBA3X8O1kue4YJVJecBVF01VaglKtu3WtjcynkWRXKdD68MuK9UXhLEx3s1xyiwtTaD4irYzakzz7sRgHWPRp2fgkF-GG9K9H9bMZ43xBHu8WvCo3FMlI4N2k-HvwmOfbu-C0/s320/Ugly%20Duckling%20007%20for%20theatres.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1utB9PACmsOWdoLJT0ADuRnNyTRqRM5Mab7UHL-LiYxD0wYhVif0ZqrfbuGffjh-dkYpMBS3UWMvlZ6XkmLbwizDC07Q1ZESlWxcwBTT_3RFDEX6DZYeYUhCzX8u8wSrCcceSuTf8MXVpaA2VlTB-TxOsuBPUsGSA3o4T3n2WoDT-Jsr1XsfK-KFbLoc/s1705/Ugly%20Duckling%20012%20for%20theatres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><br /></p>Albert Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08928585675306603483noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769200059570245657.post-74334403817011848572024-01-15T11:34:00.000+00:002024-01-15T11:34:23.326+00:00A SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR THE LITTLE ONES<p> <span style="text-align: justify;">Please
forgive me if you think I am putting too much effort in promoting shows for the
toddlers.</span></p><p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p> </o:p>BUT,
from our experience I know that come Christmas they are often left behind
because they are considered too young to be taken to the theatre. </p><p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p> </o:p>SO,
our theatre comes to them.</p><p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p> </o:p>I
have said enough about “THE GINGERBREAD MAN”, but close on his heels comes</p><p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p></o:p></p>
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TORTOISE”</b><p></p>
<p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b><o:p> </o:p></b>I
have to tell you that this is our actors’ most popular show. It’s all about
friendship, and what can be more important when growing up and meeting new
people.</p><p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p> </o:p>Of
course, it does not start off that way. No indeed, as we have a very well-<a>mannered<span style="font-size: 10.6667px;"> </span></a>tortoise and a very bad-mannered hare.
That is until the race proves to be more than just an equaliser.</p><p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p> </o:p>Since
you all know how it ends, I will just add that songs, music, humour, fun and
games and much participation make this a joy for the kids, and parents too.</p><p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p> </o:p>The
show is performed throughout the year but, do remember if you are seeking a
Christmas booking, we do become inundated as December approaches, so please get
in touch as early as possible.</p><p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p> </o:p>As
always, some pictures from the show to savour,</p><p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p> </o:p>Until
I next write, Albert……..</p><p class="Standard" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><o:p></o:p></p>
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</div>Albert Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08928585675306603483noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769200059570245657.post-63554589736330283422023-12-17T16:09:00.004+00:002023-12-17T16:18:40.733+00:00CARING FOR THE YOUNG ONES<p>I guess everyone is familiar with the classic W C Fields
comment</p><p>“<i>never work with children and dogs”.</i></p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">Well, we do all the time, with children anyway. Yes, they may steel the limelight, but the wonderful expressions on their faces when they are absorbed by what they are witnessing more than compensates.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">One incident I will never forget was during our performance of “The Gingerbread Man” to a nursery group. Midway into the play the Gingerbread Man says he is hungry and desperate for something to eat. “Why don’t you eat yourself” a bright four-year-old calls out. I defy any actor not to corpse at that one.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">Since I have started with Gingerbread Man or <i>“GINGER”</i> as he is affectionately known, I will stick with him.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">Of course, to the echo of his famous rhyme, he is forever running away to find a better home. He meets many interesting characters, not all as friendly as he would wish, and eventually outwits the cunning fox who we all know was intent on eating him but, importantly, he makes it back home safe and sound.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">So, there you have it, “BE HAPPY WITH YOUR LOT”. As a Theatre in Education Company, we are delivering a strong message, albeit in a light-hearted, fun-filled way with stacks of humour, music, songs and audience participation.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">Before you go, take a look at some pictures from the play,</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">Albert……</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsBtza-e2qt0S-Qz4iiuRx2vgL2lcvJjyO0BGg3OhOmOzR-6lKDAUZ61uI8XPuI9U1Ri1Ps1Za5XmsYap2-2nj5-3iwMJhyphenhyphenXC0RAYbYduPEi4iEhDp7o-iZ8aXI466MbVyM90_1tZpFsx2pi2TX5ql-Z6maADxPjxMzqE1jQhr4v13dcGfWBQKKOykQFI/s480/GBM%20collage%20from%20school.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsBtza-e2qt0S-Qz4iiuRx2vgL2lcvJjyO0BGg3OhOmOzR-6lKDAUZ61uI8XPuI9U1Ri1Ps1Za5XmsYap2-2nj5-3iwMJhyphenhyphenXC0RAYbYduPEi4iEhDp7o-iZ8aXI466MbVyM90_1tZpFsx2pi2TX5ql-Z6maADxPjxMzqE1jQhr4v13dcGfWBQKKOykQFI/s320/GBM%20collage%20from%20school.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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have for the younger children. I was referring to Nursery, Reception and Key
Stage One; those ranging from two to seven.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard">I seem to recall mentioning in the past that much is made of
“ELF & SAFETY”, and that it mainly applied to adults and work places.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard">I firmly believe more attention is needed to protect the
young ones from the dangers inherent in the home, the road and outdoors
generally.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard">To this end, we have written a 55 minutes interactive play
“BILLY BEWARE!”.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard">It is our eponymous hero’s 6<sup>th</sup> birthday and he
manages to get himself in a right pickle with just about everything he tries to
do.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard">Fortunately, his mother is there to help him, and he emerges unscathed from his various escapades.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">Please take a look at the play under PRODUCTIONS where you will find a good deal of information, many pictures and commendations.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">As with all our plays for the very young, there is much humour, songs, music and audience participation. But we never lose sight of the important message being conveyed.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">Here are some sketches and pictures from the show.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">Until next time,</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">Albert…..</p><p class="Standard"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrX-wvg7OQfUbuZODTaK_PPkIAZfvqLtBVWKPL6JkeJxlIXByo41fBfhQxWHq01iYrHoiLXTTHbgc6yodOJoKqGjAr-qzdCJm2v1JPhi2q9gV1TuX4Txhc3z-cfuAoczcZiWxs-_oWyGE3XqTnxoUk-23b_lIXOqK-yrq_CUK9jlvBrrmCFbR2kjz_7HQ/s1744/Billy%20Book%20Illustrations%20(five)%20colour.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1216" data-original-width="1744" height="223" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrX-wvg7OQfUbuZODTaK_PPkIAZfvqLtBVWKPL6JkeJxlIXByo41fBfhQxWHq01iYrHoiLXTTHbgc6yodOJoKqGjAr-qzdCJm2v1JPhi2q9gV1TuX4Txhc3z-cfuAoczcZiWxs-_oWyGE3XqTnxoUk-23b_lIXOqK-yrq_CUK9jlvBrrmCFbR2kjz_7HQ/s320/Billy%20Book%20Illustrations%20(five)%20colour.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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something rather serious that should concern us all, Aesop’s Touring Theatre Company
has produced a play for the primary age range vividly explaining the part we
all can play in combating this threat.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">“</span><b style="font-size: 14pt;">Robin Hood Rescues the
Forest</b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">”</span></p><p class="Standard">is a 75 minutes interactive play that tackles the need to
protect the environment with strong messages delivered in a light-hearted,
fun-filled way. Put simply, Prince John has decided to burn down Sherwood
Forest to rid it finally of outlaws. Yes, he is quite mad, as the audience
quickly point out, but that will not deter him.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">All the legendary Robin Hood characters are portrayed in
costume and the audience become part of the action, joining in with the humour,
songs and music. Some lucky ones get to display their skills with a spot of
Morris Dancing.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">Bookings for this new production have exceeded our
expectations. I urge you to get on board.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard">Until next time with more popular shows, some pictures from the
production, Albert….</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifqLHUXjieidSrVQZg8sEBeOFhyi1TgaXqJb3Cft4yxyUg83DnJzFf-s45OnkQcjfGiOYuICIEdsQK15WYuyjr8dF0GvfXqHPv6OUWM8d5zFxaaVoHTx1R3ypSOdXrifUhVemKUJDibwVdDWC-qkIsuIA7i7Uk5vgXn2Sf1zP8gMK0wZsXo3PLofhhRII/s1548/Robin%20Hood%20Photos%20006%20Theatre.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1110" data-original-width="1548" height="229" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifqLHUXjieidSrVQZg8sEBeOFhyi1TgaXqJb3Cft4yxyUg83DnJzFf-s45OnkQcjfGiOYuICIEdsQK15WYuyjr8dF0GvfXqHPv6OUWM8d5zFxaaVoHTx1R3ypSOdXrifUhVemKUJDibwVdDWC-qkIsuIA7i7Uk5vgXn2Sf1zP8gMK0wZsXo3PLofhhRII/s320/Robin%20Hood%20Photos%20006%20Theatre.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ3GkY4CQMJSSjwjWSAdihHowKEuZnx3Svp5sTSoUQ5l8EEEli3uFdZ5gCv-odn690jJ20JhIQ8dezdJg2qthOuOaTJikr6e35kJIy-KCjbITPWMZm0CORC2y8GISp1fR_TPZjrFhpWHGgtahA3FuV6Xv-L6TDVyIMWis0iz_xaZ0UyUzr0LaUQelGtus/s1788/Robin%20Hood%20Photos%20012%20Theatre.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1140" data-original-width="1788" height="204" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ3GkY4CQMJSSjwjWSAdihHowKEuZnx3Svp5sTSoUQ5l8EEEli3uFdZ5gCv-odn690jJ20JhIQ8dezdJg2qthOuOaTJikr6e35kJIy-KCjbITPWMZm0CORC2y8GISp1fR_TPZjrFhpWHGgtahA3FuV6Xv-L6TDVyIMWis0iz_xaZ0UyUzr0LaUQelGtus/s320/Robin%20Hood%20Photos%20012%20Theatre.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif2-ZmYr0vs7jweyEkmUD_-u1oNpDO_zwgV2c9o364FFAji1pvH0nov4m-yGxGPXzKRcjtd6jW1bsqWTxVrLiIHlp07hiQP2i7BRLLCredMN157a0LcENOHhQ1SbMZ6yLuA4Ztq_ywhkxMbZXgAeAZg6VDY6mJAPTzPFi2e65uYnJlWfSg-0ps0tMHFAM/s2023/Robin%20Hood%20Photos%20009%20Theatre.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1312" data-original-width="2023" height="208" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif2-ZmYr0vs7jweyEkmUD_-u1oNpDO_zwgV2c9o364FFAji1pvH0nov4m-yGxGPXzKRcjtd6jW1bsqWTxVrLiIHlp07hiQP2i7BRLLCredMN157a0LcENOHhQ1SbMZ6yLuA4Ztq_ywhkxMbZXgAeAZg6VDY6mJAPTzPFi2e65uYnJlWfSg-0ps0tMHFAM/s320/Robin%20Hood%20Photos%20009%20Theatre.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGlTPg7VZNQsfFFTU2oayqvIRR4wnIW3f8AcrPdPejSGFi_386gGY5FT0-P6Hfw6m_7vW8AB9P6Cx78fOg0zCeg15O-5SgnMHt9M8OJ0XlnbSaV79qCYQHCPkScAb4Fl0CidAlbg_r7piRjj-Pm0zD_41GR3JB8PgDI2tVMxt5n_FuXMtl1-jXyb7ZeCU/s1817/Robin%20Hood%20Photos%20001%20Theatre.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1234" data-original-width="1817" height="217" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGlTPg7VZNQsfFFTU2oayqvIRR4wnIW3f8AcrPdPejSGFi_386gGY5FT0-P6Hfw6m_7vW8AB9P6Cx78fOg0zCeg15O-5SgnMHt9M8OJ0XlnbSaV79qCYQHCPkScAb4Fl0CidAlbg_r7piRjj-Pm0zD_41GR3JB8PgDI2tVMxt5n_FuXMtl1-jXyb7ZeCU/s320/Robin%20Hood%20Photos%20001%20Theatre.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>Albert Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08928585675306603483noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769200059570245657.post-17789945869584176202023-10-16T18:01:00.002+00:002023-10-16T18:01:53.536+00:00 MUCH MORE THAN JUST ENTERTAINMENT<p>Aesop’s Touring Theatre Company (ATTC) does not just
entertain, it would be better described with the words “in education” inserted
before Company if it were not too much to inscribe on the logo.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard"><o:p> </o:p>Yes, of course we do entertain, as there is no better way to
hold an audience than to keep them spellbound and alert, particularly the
really young ones.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard"><o:p> </o:p>BUT, the most important part of what we set out to achieve is
assisting teachers in the learning process.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard"><o:p> </o:p>Theatre in Education is a tool to be used skillfully. Every play we produce and every workshop we conduct has that vital element necessary to make the learning process both interesting and enjoyable.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard"><o:p> </o:p>Our performances for the juniors are linked to the National Curriculum and, as such, fully researched for accuracy of content. For the nursery and infants there is always an important message, albeit delivered in a light-hearted, fun-filled way.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard"><o:p> </o:p>Over the next few weeks, I will show examples of what we have in store for the Nursery, Infant and Junior age groups some of which may appeal to the young seniors but, until then some more pictures.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard"><o:p> </o:p>Albert….</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="Standard"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcmrFXfPxvHvXYqw81l7BwyCgmBaca-UByKJOMZuXRUvjE1mzJHUO0uPLPk7P_K1BjdH5zAQnThXpBWU8sSdxHyR8Yh8R6llFLXyVuHLoMNWS9jwejGL807nj2oniaRB1JJtM_uqbNS7J1jwRx7VBfQe1zt6hs3XO0jCEyc75vWw762ImKJ_kQebtMyLc/s480/WWII%20Picture%20Two%20ladies%20reading%20re%20war.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="480" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcmrFXfPxvHvXYqw81l7BwyCgmBaca-UByKJOMZuXRUvjE1mzJHUO0uPLPk7P_K1BjdH5zAQnThXpBWU8sSdxHyR8Yh8R6llFLXyVuHLoMNWS9jwejGL807nj2oniaRB1JJtM_uqbNS7J1jwRx7VBfQe1zt6hs3XO0jCEyc75vWw762ImKJ_kQebtMyLc/s320/WWII%20Picture%20Two%20ladies%20reading%20re%20war.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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junior and occasionally senior audiences, we do also perform in theatres,
village halls, conference centres and at parties in homes and gardens: well,
just about anywhere really.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard">What’s interesting is it’s not just the kids that are
entertained: parents, teachers and adults in general enjoy the shows. When
booking a repeat performance for the following term, it is heartening to hear a
teacher say “I cannot wait to see it again. I was enthralled just as much as
the children, and at times could not stop laughing”.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard">Well, we do put a good deal of humour into our productions,
particularly if we are dealing with a dark subject like “World War II”, or
“Plagues and Pestilence”, or “Great Fire of London”. It is important to hold
the audience and this is very much our forte.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard">However, we never lose sight of the fact we are a “Theatre in
Education” company and, as such, we always ensure our plays and workshops are
fully researched for accuracy of content. Of course, as in any professional
production there is room for some poetic licence.</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Standard">Next time I will tell you about other areas we cover but,
until then, I will endeavour to find some amusing scenes from past
performances.</p><p class="Standard">Albert…..</p><p class="Standard"><o:p></o:p></p>
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But, then again, I would not need to be qualified to teach in one. How crazy is that!</p><p>I have spoken to many teachers and learnt that before Covid struck, the emphasis was on reducing the teaching age. With salaries on an incremental scale determined by age, I guess that made sense if you were looking to cut costs and who wouldn't be!</p><p>Of course, Covid knocked that on the head with so many teachers being taken ill and schools having to close as a result. So now there is a real shortage of "proper" teachers and, thankfully if only temporarily, the age bar has been lifted.</p><p>So, what has all this to do with Aesop's Touring Theatre Company you ask.</p><p>Well, accepting the initial concept that an academy was a euphemism for a failed school, since extended to include any that wish to adapt, the real area of concern is the ability to choose what to teach and what is of no importance or too expensive to continue.</p><p>Now I believe you can see where I am heading.</p><p>With pastoral care on the increase, dare I suggest partly through parents obviating their duties, but largely because of the increase in mental health problems brought about by the pandemic, the cost of such provision is astronomical when compared to basic teaching. To this must be added the provision for "special needs".</p><p>Since academies have the legal right to stray from the National Curriculum, guess what is the first thing to suffer.</p><p>Of course, the arts, because they are not recognized as being more than a luxury. </p><p>How wrong can that be? What about social intercourse? What better way to bring together a bunch of kids than to develop their creative skills, to assist them in working as a team during a drama workshop. </p><p>Our experience spans the past 25 years and, if there is one thing we have learnt, it is that every child should have the opportunity for self expression, to develop self esteem and portray their often hidden abilities. </p><p>This is what THEATRE IN EDUCATION offers, a platform for the future. Please do not deny our future generations that opportunity.</p><p>Okay, I will now get off my platform and find some more pictures for you.</p><p>Once more, Albert.....</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXGlREwaQPMLDcgiN5PkDpqF93ubL75CnzVqDscapoQEn9D6gL_txKxyp3S6z_-2gt8vMf56BpKaR9HcJiSLeakpoeFJuqXrhb5XpxgCvufwKo7ZLi3VnNGc8FjNTWayLJPtKPqrN9HpvgkLjw_D33MqgK0LjH5bzeG1Lsif3P94z7sPSDEvqP3o0QMpY/s2048/Billy%20Beware%20live%20cooking.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXGlREwaQPMLDcgiN5PkDpqF93ubL75CnzVqDscapoQEn9D6gL_txKxyp3S6z_-2gt8vMf56BpKaR9HcJiSLeakpoeFJuqXrhb5XpxgCvufwKo7ZLi3VnNGc8FjNTWayLJPtKPqrN9HpvgkLjw_D33MqgK0LjH5bzeG1Lsif3P94z7sPSDEvqP3o0QMpY/s320/Billy%20Beware%20live%20cooking.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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How many can afford a full time Drama Teacher?</p><p>Invariably, it falls upon one or more teachers to fill in when it is time for the end of year or Christmas production.</p><p>Since they all have more than enough on their plates, we are at the ready to step in and ensure whatever you have in mind will be a huge success,</p><p>and remembered for a long time after the event.</p><p>Our actors are not only skilled performers, they also have vast experience in producing and directing plays. We compose music, choreograph movements, create sets, costumes and props and deal with the myriad of requirements to achieve a polished performance.</p><p>If you are thinking of the next school play, give me a call and discover what we can offer.</p><p>As usual, I will leave you now with a picture or two.</p><p>Until next time, Albert..... </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixGlJQ9ZsvztyOeUgVb3IDeHzQXFDn3nDHJ7B9Z46T-C3hc19ZdNPVqN2B83yGLFxZ9wJZYTIboa56GPYS8ZQFi1FP2eZhPJmBm_VS_oEZ9UNa-ZqvDXgX31mAC3T5DLWpvfSuepHq9MNCD-V7QeY_80OvJOTPrEqfEBVKzCeRp_k9R5MJtdlYS3Z0Mw8/s1481/Ugly%20Duckling%20007%20for%20theatres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1023" data-original-width="1481" height="221" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixGlJQ9ZsvztyOeUgVb3IDeHzQXFDn3nDHJ7B9Z46T-C3hc19ZdNPVqN2B83yGLFxZ9wJZYTIboa56GPYS8ZQFi1FP2eZhPJmBm_VS_oEZ9UNa-ZqvDXgX31mAC3T5DLWpvfSuepHq9MNCD-V7QeY_80OvJOTPrEqfEBVKzCeRp_k9R5MJtdlYS3Z0Mw8/s320/Ugly%20Duckling%20007%20for%20theatres.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHUM5LPL9vk8NBaxhTMnrHVBlNK6eZ4X1YV_zA_JCxF7KWRFoFr7HOsvG5wOzFgHYPXCyoNzoTyrl8FxF9MZ_oDI-MF1dNC4H8AB8_qNEtf9scXKq6lqWH9H0IxAr-HUovlYI5YaEyv3h7nm1n4mHaIushtF4Pg1YwMxQYJfdywy2x4uOrc3MAGeeTQJc/s1788/Robin%20Hood%20Photos%20012%20Theatre.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1140" data-original-width="1788" height="204" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHUM5LPL9vk8NBaxhTMnrHVBlNK6eZ4X1YV_zA_JCxF7KWRFoFr7HOsvG5wOzFgHYPXCyoNzoTyrl8FxF9MZ_oDI-MF1dNC4H8AB8_qNEtf9scXKq6lqWH9H0IxAr-HUovlYI5YaEyv3h7nm1n4mHaIushtF4Pg1YwMxQYJfdywy2x4uOrc3MAGeeTQJc/s320/Robin%20Hood%20Photos%20012%20Theatre.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFSCzOX4FAhglbROscKgOA2ql1a3Nj_DF4l37k8l3pWlNxdhFZX-mAKqY_XO1xc4dqF2DCalsd4wsTAjf8W1hS7PZCJIyN-L2Wu__xvKEvNCNXPiQSC4bxIUInWz9u1623Borb2yhAPtRhc8lu739kWLZ0DTASy1iGlE74-lhtcxY6XPnVeUQn3FDAin4/s2048/Lost%20Tomb%20Photo%20for%20theatres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFSCzOX4FAhglbROscKgOA2ql1a3Nj_DF4l37k8l3pWlNxdhFZX-mAKqY_XO1xc4dqF2DCalsd4wsTAjf8W1hS7PZCJIyN-L2Wu__xvKEvNCNXPiQSC4bxIUInWz9u1623Borb2yhAPtRhc8lu739kWLZ0DTASy1iGlE74-lhtcxY6XPnVeUQn3FDAin4/s320/Lost%20Tomb%20Photo%20for%20theatres.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaNsPiETq0-bYn5Q6jVCfmgzen0oMQ8qhdVoD_MA-WrOpcLP-L-MSgpG3OBxmqaZwh0UU-zkawyC9fOamUsSYK9Xxeq7rK8lNZmlPXdcydtIi83IQzqou1AG3FS0soIIxl4qRVU0cG4ft5TZo0hCbbMEi5U2GWxSfw_9FPXOrxpyJ1xEOd6uM_uNwY_Rw/s1475/Henry%20VIII%20photo%20Gravedigger%20&%20Executioner%20theatres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1475" data-original-width="1107" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaNsPiETq0-bYn5Q6jVCfmgzen0oMQ8qhdVoD_MA-WrOpcLP-L-MSgpG3OBxmqaZwh0UU-zkawyC9fOamUsSYK9Xxeq7rK8lNZmlPXdcydtIi83IQzqou1AG3FS0soIIxl4qRVU0cG4ft5TZo0hCbbMEi5U2GWxSfw_9FPXOrxpyJ1xEOd6uM_uNwY_Rw/s320/Henry%20VIII%20photo%20Gravedigger%20&%20Executioner%20theatres.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p>Albert Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08928585675306603483noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769200059570245657.post-55799013656896916972023-07-23T16:25:00.000+00:002023-07-23T16:25:14.656+00:00LOOKING FORWARD TO ANOTHER SCHOOL YEAR<p>Whilst we are all set for some hard earned holiday time, we are also busy planning for the next school year.</p><p>The experience we have gained over the past 24 years has taught us that it is not enough to just get up and perform for, as much as the children and teachers enjoy it, there is the need for some active hands on to ensure our messages get across.</p><p>The children love the excitement of live performances and never more so than when they feel part of it.</p><p>The emphasis today is for participation and interaction. Whenever possible, we will conduct one or more Drama Workshops as adjuncts to our plays. By watching the children enact their own pieces from what we have shown them we are assured a lesson has been learnt. Moreover, the feedback from the teachers clearly shows our visit has been worthwhile.</p><p>Not all our Drama Workshops are allied to our portfolio of plays. We have very many we conduct to emphasize a specific subject being taught. For example, we recently conducted a number on "The Black Death and Great Fire of London". Prior to those, we covered some Shakespeare works and excited the children with our "World War I" study. These are just a few of the many we have researched and produced. And, we are still adding more. In fact, just suggest a subject and we will rise to the occasion. </p><p>As tea time is fast approaching, I will leave you now as ever with some more pictures.</p><p>Until next time, Albert........</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKALSdOJP0top7VlXFAYML8GHeN2cll7E4E5TEzZJpaHILnCmERQyLY3MKaRa0smvZOWOCGNzJp6C2wb8ZrmEVfRRX5LLq0vePKrR5DWsV-eA1WR6D-mIp41nUOe5YCx7yGMf8EK2_vYHegNm1_1sYsPpyWRSiJZI5yueaXhh4s54jVyIYV9_ApuruKwI/s2048/GBM%20&%20Henry%20at%20Beazley%2024th%20Dec2008%20017.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKALSdOJP0top7VlXFAYML8GHeN2cll7E4E5TEzZJpaHILnCmERQyLY3MKaRa0smvZOWOCGNzJp6C2wb8ZrmEVfRRX5LLq0vePKrR5DWsV-eA1WR6D-mIp41nUOe5YCx7yGMf8EK2_vYHegNm1_1sYsPpyWRSiJZI5yueaXhh4s54jVyIYV9_ApuruKwI/s320/GBM%20&%20Henry%20at%20Beazley%2024th%20Dec2008%20017.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It has been two years and we have yet to return to some semblance of normality.</p><p>I have just finished a conversation with a head teacher and learnt that the Covid shut downs are still having an impact. Let's get out of this rut before live drama in schools is killed off.</p><p>I recognise everyone is suffering but, despite restaurant prices having near doubled, they are still full. The roads are jammed with traffic despite the cost of fuel, and the Government is still lying to us about the rate of inflation; 10%! really, nearer 30% is more realistic. Yet, there is still lots of money being spent.</p><p>So come on schools, dig deep and let's hear from you.</p><p>We will set you back less than half the cost of hiring coaches for day trips, and you have the added advantage of security within your own premises.</p><p>I am now done beefing, so take a look at some of the magic we perform.</p><p>Until next time, Albert.....</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRaTE-kJTH11I7gJLm87NuVAq0Y5qzi6CACy74FvO_fEJqnB9RoYwI_GFxbatnavyB6uvph4rkulynfT1I0Ln-01oVG2HWsTIliyGAJepCDUnR319idmTUdfhSVAaE3AypOm6pZ5ITy-8J0MonLqfKpUtZDyyUSZnMFHdX6LavhhMlORvmoU4s21WhuyE/s2048/GBM%20&%20Henry%20at%20Beazley%2024th%20Dec2008%20030.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRaTE-kJTH11I7gJLm87NuVAq0Y5qzi6CACy74FvO_fEJqnB9RoYwI_GFxbatnavyB6uvph4rkulynfT1I0Ln-01oVG2HWsTIliyGAJepCDUnR319idmTUdfhSVAaE3AypOm6pZ5ITy-8J0MonLqfKpUtZDyyUSZnMFHdX6LavhhMlORvmoU4s21WhuyE/s320/GBM%20&%20Henry%20at%20Beazley%2024th%20Dec2008%20030.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Even the sun burns have paled into insignificance.</p><p>They performed Aesop's Fables and associated Drama Workshops at many of the primary schools in Providenciales to critical acclaim.</p><p>A special thanks must go to the organiser, Clare Jaget, who not only made it possible, but was totally hands on during the whole time ensuring it was a truly wonderful experience. </p><p>As if the delightful environment and golden sandy beaches was not enough, they were treated to kayak and boat trips, delicious meals and cocktails and the pleasures of meeting so many interesting and friendly people. </p><p>Since a picture paints a thousand words, I will leave you now with just a few. Take a look at the enchantment on the kids' faces</p><p>More to follow.</p><p>Until soon, Albert.....</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhcIzZQp5tUhCHq5IOEDXM10xAyYdVQR53_oCa7CAHI2DEHDecOlbiM9HiAaOwe5xp95OrQNOUCBr4oZ522j5GrQaR9ySXXj8ioFr3BwOsftHX_5Rydt20QZ0gAyMB6sTpPUzEhmBEiAk_k3tLCrsA_rWBSG8MLvS2yM5WXdJczaWul-W9y30Vjsh1S" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhcIzZQp5tUhCHq5IOEDXM10xAyYdVQR53_oCa7CAHI2DEHDecOlbiM9HiAaOwe5xp95OrQNOUCBr4oZ522j5GrQaR9ySXXj8ioFr3BwOsftHX_5Rydt20QZ0gAyMB6sTpPUzEhmBEiAk_k3tLCrsA_rWBSG8MLvS2yM5WXdJczaWul-W9y30Vjsh1S" width="240" /></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhcIzZQp5tUhCHq5IOEDXM10xAyYdVQR53_oCa7CAHI2DEHDecOlbiM9HiAaOwe5xp95OrQNOUCBr4oZ522j5GrQaR9ySXXj8ioFr3BwOsftHX_5Rydt20QZ0gAyMB6sTpPUzEhmBEiAk_k3tLCrsA_rWBSG8MLvS2yM5WXdJczaWul-W9y30Vjsh1S" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjS5WIA3RzDxdvk9oOOqyFZm2APSY2KgmMgY6JDj80QOPVCStDtUcZkSv_4SDSs0wT_UAy4XW2LLHkpv8io1uqI0fcfjjAh4mPJIe_q-prWJnHiNYSF7aNLKdQaj5k2t-S7uc9WHtnVgJ-jgnBi30RCU3hizWdj-WMpv29NQhBczgFBiGSzmpNz7zs4" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjS5WIA3RzDxdvk9oOOqyFZm2APSY2KgmMgY6JDj80QOPVCStDtUcZkSv_4SDSs0wT_UAy4XW2LLHkpv8io1uqI0fcfjjAh4mPJIe_q-prWJnHiNYSF7aNLKdQaj5k2t-S7uc9WHtnVgJ-jgnBi30RCU3hizWdj-WMpv29NQhBczgFBiGSzmpNz7zs4" width="240" /></a></div><br /></div><br /><p></p>Albert Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08928585675306603483noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769200059570245657.post-33719196371387450542023-06-06T15:08:00.000+00:002023-06-06T15:08:28.896+00:00BACK AFTER HALF TERM<p>Hello, I am here, but my actors are still performing to the school children in the Turks & Caicos Islands and loving every moment of it despite working in temperatures of up to 30 degrees centigrade.</p><p>As it is out of season there, the restaurants and hotels are not too busy and there is plenty of space on the beaches to soak up the sun between shows.</p><p>It is quite a paradise but, if you are thinking of going, be aware that prices are about four times what you would expect to pay here, even taking account of our rabid inflation.</p><p>A bottle of Scotch will set you back US $46 at the supermarket where a bunch of grapes was priced at $14. Best stick to the local rum at only $18.</p><p>Plenty of choices of cuisine but be prepared to pay around $100 a head for a three course meal, and forget the wine! </p><p>Anyway, they are back this weekend and we have a full week's bookings ahead.</p><p>This said, we can still squeeze a few more in so get calling or emailing me.</p><p>Until next time, here are some photos from T & C.</p><p>Albert....</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw1esL6yhcnDSc5IIZy4vZtfXBE1o2jR1KT1Gi5rDX9qxFU09yWHwI81oFRqJAdNjCn0t2fcq6LYZx7iJfdWGwW1J3wMNQeao90jC6M8jrMud6M5wLWe-mIQNDBxfJKldeI0c3NoWz4ORg2GvlRKrexrP4DxluIKZnhrZa0TMADzvb4h1JmFozG52l/s1024/IMG-20230605-WA0000.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="768" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw1esL6yhcnDSc5IIZy4vZtfXBE1o2jR1KT1Gi5rDX9qxFU09yWHwI81oFRqJAdNjCn0t2fcq6LYZx7iJfdWGwW1J3wMNQeao90jC6M8jrMud6M5wLWe-mIQNDBxfJKldeI0c3NoWz4ORg2GvlRKrexrP4DxluIKZnhrZa0TMADzvb4h1JmFozG52l/s320/IMG-20230605-WA0000.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Of course I mean "The Turks & Caicos".</p><p>The big problem is how to travel light?</p><p>Normally, we would fill an estate car with sets, props and costumes for whatever play or plays we are performing. However, I don't believe British Airways would take kindly to us arriving for the 12 hour flight laden with umpteen boxes, cases and bags.</p><p>So, we are going minimalist without losing the impact of our shows. This requires a great deal of creativity and, of course, many hours hard work. As writing this is taking up precious time needed elsewhere, I am going to leave you now with some pictures of the lightweight masks in preparation. Apologies for the mess, but enjoy some, if only a few, of the finished products.</p><p>Until I have more time, </p><p>Albert........</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYgXYQKBBmsKrOzhRAld_3PlQ9qPqlR1BKckpFknLw9fiorZICSPITKVARl_WXhFkVBpQ2MQNOFYXbaLIlEVB5UALIwfrgaYvrD-VXta0bpLKBokPnFIeJ4BRb9Cse8Fhp1vX-hCeibgOcDkoZQrmxdBEWJvjRhaM6lovLKTU18PAf8vxzWTwrTIPN/s640/Mask%20making.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYgXYQKBBmsKrOzhRAld_3PlQ9qPqlR1BKckpFknLw9fiorZICSPITKVARl_WXhFkVBpQ2MQNOFYXbaLIlEVB5UALIwfrgaYvrD-VXta0bpLKBokPnFIeJ4BRb9Cse8Fhp1vX-hCeibgOcDkoZQrmxdBEWJvjRhaM6lovLKTU18PAf8vxzWTwrTIPN/s320/Mask%20making.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguPkH8uyopGVVCmjZgXpTLeIWnCGwojgWWCgBqT4jRfdQFV1UOaPAVpv8rnbmpDY6x4cuHn9LtyPc5OfzyCpVghNcGEuG0JHtGE60BsmLmQbirNf_J6otqmACD6goFD-YYzKKRJ1RkwodA4vhkI48sUHPVeUm9ZM8tpHSBVRs4LKQ7IhUJ62IdoQJG/s320/Wearing%20mask%202.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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We are. <div><br /></div><div>We have party bookings as well as a performance of "The Gingerbread Man" for the families in Chobham next Sunday. </div><div><br /></div><div>The bunting is already up and the funfair will be in full swing early next week. </div><div><br /></div><div>Grab your glasses of bubbly and get ready for the big celebration. </div><div><br /></div><div>All our characters from our ten plays will be on display and we are anticipating a bumper turnout.</div><div><br /></div><div>Don't miss out on this great opportunity to be part of the carnival. </div><div><br /></div><div>I must be off now as so much to prepare, but I will look forward to seeing you all next Sunday.</div><div><br /></div><div>Hopefully, your hangovers will have worn off! </div><div><br /></div><div>Bye, Albert.....<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFzmdB5bqZ-G4igL1BbLU3WTvMg2To60HfbXwAOCFSX2HkAO1iDnxzlp9E79LDLXt7R8gbV0iwqCcukqpQH7n1gb-jo0zEO4Soi0bpO_ZuqTlIWAsJShSYbO7MKdW9gwJo-RH24qIkuUzhv-h_MMXu1hHMwQjg9ROjs4Yco693Dt7rooF0RCNY276P/s480/100_1552.JPG" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFzmdB5bqZ-G4igL1BbLU3WTvMg2To60HfbXwAOCFSX2HkAO1iDnxzlp9E79LDLXt7R8gbV0iwqCcukqpQH7n1gb-jo0zEO4Soi0bpO_ZuqTlIWAsJShSYbO7MKdW9gwJo-RH24qIkuUzhv-h_MMXu1hHMwQjg9ROjs4Yco693Dt7rooF0RCNY276P/s320/100_1552.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP0k-HkV4b9UrrPzDeLk2KoEPdvuPpSKBUusJdqfaGLeid7iMF2t1WUo2HC_IaBFXVcco-SPdAmyiBD71Jx83XkGFuE2XAta34otzcu1nD2tUKwfUXEcN0H_u4SqKUGfz1DFfIX1iLHroX5zdba5quid6kaahDfCuaPhxew7KMg8NT_LXAI4g-mFPe/s480/100_1613.JPG" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="360" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP0k-HkV4b9UrrPzDeLk2KoEPdvuPpSKBUusJdqfaGLeid7iMF2t1WUo2HC_IaBFXVcco-SPdAmyiBD71Jx83XkGFuE2XAta34otzcu1nD2tUKwfUXEcN0H_u4SqKUGfz1DFfIX1iLHroX5zdba5quid6kaahDfCuaPhxew7KMg8NT_LXAI4g-mFPe/s320/100_1613.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqUzdS9V_YxUWFVu_NyBSqh6qUR9ZhcQ6_BmLi-fsFUUgDZ6JASI6X0zVWUEbug8b3ASxas8rBvv2G5_ICFLCP7KLfPkUbBQ-sw_M2LPHCQtBMa98iq5qH_7HvLXdf7Qn1NZRRLL1WtT_FtmVCoyl2XRIGpce1V87YMLG-wgIDTBZ23m9xkV__Plvt/s2048/DSC00134.JPG" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqUzdS9V_YxUWFVu_NyBSqh6qUR9ZhcQ6_BmLi-fsFUUgDZ6JASI6X0zVWUEbug8b3ASxas8rBvv2G5_ICFLCP7KLfPkUbBQ-sw_M2LPHCQtBMa98iq5qH_7HvLXdf7Qn1NZRRLL1WtT_FtmVCoyl2XRIGpce1V87YMLG-wgIDTBZ23m9xkV__Plvt/s320/DSC00134.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ_UY_8v2S03YXhQbYIMC-jJAkH6_xx-_JiO5JVjxgEcVlRFZ37yuoQyD09WC6Lc8AMX9SD5qB_MMg8EXrEK0GdI1CqACzOPP-CDYcM-2nq3KEF-p2qxPGeN-K4qj3tjbpHljN9ADjO31S2vKFdxI8nzatjQ_JJOSS8ck4aJhR_ojbcGM22kUeqHuw/s2048/Saffiyah%27s%205th%20&%20Saalih%27s%202nd%20Birthday%20cake%20002.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ_UY_8v2S03YXhQbYIMC-jJAkH6_xx-_JiO5JVjxgEcVlRFZ37yuoQyD09WC6Lc8AMX9SD5qB_MMg8EXrEK0GdI1CqACzOPP-CDYcM-2nq3KEF-p2qxPGeN-K4qj3tjbpHljN9ADjO31S2vKFdxI8nzatjQ_JJOSS8ck4aJhR_ojbcGM22kUeqHuw/s320/Saffiyah%27s%205th%20&%20Saalih%27s%202nd%20Birthday%20cake%20002.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
</div></div>Albert Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08928585675306603483noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769200059570245657.post-19505109889231493332023-04-19T09:54:00.006+00:002023-04-28T11:03:47.480+00:00ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGEJacques never uttered a truer word when he spoke that immortal line.<div><br /></div><div>There is plenty of COMEDY in our plays but, hopefully, not too many ERRORS.</div><div><br /></div><div>Since we started performing almost 25 years ago, nothing has given me more pleasure than seeing the eagerness and delight on the kids' faces when they are invited to be part of the action. They jump up with both arms thrust in the air in the hope of being chosen.</div><div><br /></div><div>Of course, modern teaching methods have played a major part in encouraging participation. In my day, hands-on involvement never existed; certainly not in the state sector. One sat at the desk pretending to pay attention as the teacher droned on.</div><div><br /></div><div>More and more, we are asked for Drama Workshops on any number of subjects, and we like to think we always rise to the occasion and create something both educational and invigorating; an hour or so that will last in the children's memories long after we have left.</div><div><br /></div><div>Now it doesn't just have to end there. We offer far more. Consider a school play and whether you have the time and resources to produce an enjoyable and memorable production, or would you like some professional help?</div><div><br /></div><div>Again, this is where we come in. All our plays have been created, written, choreographed, produced and directed by us. </div><div><br /></div><div>We write the music, compose the songs and deal with a myriad of issues involved in any production.
All this we can offer, and more, including rehearsals, staging assessments, props and costumes. We have a wealth of knowledge and experience. </div><div><br /></div><div>Anyone who has seen one of our plays knows what I mean and, if you have yet to test us, take a look at the commendations on our website. </div><div><br /></div><div> So, next time you decide to put on a school play, have us in mind.
I will leave you now as ever with some pictures. </div><div><br /></div><div>Until again, Albert...<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdOFZbokLraheP5cAXolJrLpSgV28EeCv9OvdsFUMMDGkUc467ck580uwNaU0RKx9ai9gEgJDr3MahsS9SAHe8gK0DsudMkCgYSfXYN-djr9M7sQhAzTCOvemT6OV4H-UjAeYkTMAYmApe-XZ47BBRJv_QLDaa_OmpvNSd9SAUzcl4iGiuIEMCHSQv/s2048/DSC01960.JPG" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdOFZbokLraheP5cAXolJrLpSgV28EeCv9OvdsFUMMDGkUc467ck580uwNaU0RKx9ai9gEgJDr3MahsS9SAHe8gK0DsudMkCgYSfXYN-djr9M7sQhAzTCOvemT6OV4H-UjAeYkTMAYmApe-XZ47BBRJv_QLDaa_OmpvNSd9SAUzcl4iGiuIEMCHSQv/s320/DSC01960.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7_7l0_WBDAPKJ_Ige8xUSLgwppprI_uBJC98JqSvW5RCIsdMhcJiTmD_zAtBJQmNCTOh7UhLQHAHbgrgjKiJIP_CTUriNDaxEyvHzap5ed7Ct1UqGHTDGAmaRRmg_PkuyXQ8ejCAis9ZkbhHj1jZSUTbgWZ6RV9VEaRvA-Q5OExaVtasumycNj4L-/s2048/DSC01959.JPG" style="display: block; 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Last time, I spoke about the environment and our ecological production "Robin Hood Rescues the Forest".
This time, I have what I consider an equally, if not more important message, and that is safety for the young ones.
Much play is made over "elf & safety", but generally it is for adults and workplaces. Our message is about the nursery and infant age range; kids who have yet to recognise the perils lurking in the home, garden, parks and streets, because they are essentially too young.
Our play "Billy Beware!" highlights the dangererous situations that abound. We demonstrate in a fun-filled friendly manner what can befall you if you are not careful. Hazards in the kitchen, dangerous ponds, thorny bushes, kites getting caught in trees, just to name a few. We even have a dog "Woofer" to help children with the highway code when crossing the road.
Demand for this production is really taking off this year. I suppose concern over the effect Covid had on children's development and socialising has sparked it.
Until next time, I will leave you with some illustrations from "Billy"
Take care, Albert....<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDHUousmxdeYiYdy58U7HPxp8Qgyaj9qNdzrrCnTZIYcqxVF4wsXf4VGBK0u_LB1z2pvlJ0kxMT78nc2Jr7-bT4-RgxGRBUBDMx7cpvDo45jtkiuf4ASwFqI0qgNi_33x70BroHCHRPSk8SKehCCFcw0lKu9_aIc5vMdaMOSJQDQD-DRGglFna-bXx/s1744/Billy%20Book%20Illustrations%20%28five%29%20colour.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: left; float: left;"><img alt="" border="0" width="320" data-original-height="1216" data-original-width="1744" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDHUousmxdeYiYdy58U7HPxp8Qgyaj9qNdzrrCnTZIYcqxVF4wsXf4VGBK0u_LB1z2pvlJ0kxMT78nc2Jr7-bT4-RgxGRBUBDMx7cpvDo45jtkiuf4ASwFqI0qgNi_33x70BroHCHRPSk8SKehCCFcw0lKu9_aIc5vMdaMOSJQDQD-DRGglFna-bXx/s320/Billy%20Book%20Illustrations%20%28five%29%20colour.jpg"/></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCtd06u2I3SxfldGIEUZB2Hb4hwDcVSvOm3IRi1rstXHzmU2vREUDp12PWYxzilNj275tC3x_2xLau39gPi84p6UK-qCgWzhU4JYSSPnNSR0HSpVOkbojPiUO3hd1MVNkcJ4Le-s0qLxadu4x6SSf8YxT45DKSrdKA6rMrne_J1K3zRS7L1144AVDJ/s3488/Billy%20Book%20Illustrations%20%28five%29.jpg" style="display: block; 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March bookings were getting back to normal after the hit we all took from Covid last year. I suppose we should be grateful to have survived when so many didn't.
I don't want to get all political, but I do believe when we have the inevitable change of government at the next election, education will move<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAFcHj9gZVFno79CzAB-Mp6OctbALBaCW6qoTaHCl9bIpeAoi-99-w4iS1lQ56Ccp8jnYFn01_OiRRVwbwdzo51KWVmzm8lUV0VI1PwS10QvGrUS1i2cmzL8YLwGgFbtJ31YlfNMsMKxXov6hDIALuuoh82DSxPef_MGgbDxWlZNc9z2-l1_GDhhtj/s640/Robin%20Hood%20Pics%20006.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: right; float: right;"><img alt="" border="0" width="320" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAFcHj9gZVFno79CzAB-Mp6OctbALBaCW6qoTaHCl9bIpeAoi-99-w4iS1lQ56Ccp8jnYFn01_OiRRVwbwdzo51KWVmzm8lUV0VI1PwS10QvGrUS1i2cmzL8YLwGgFbtJ31YlfNMsMKxXov6hDIALuuoh82DSxPef_MGgbDxWlZNc9z2-l1_GDhhtj/s320/Robin%20Hood%20Pics%20006.jpg"/></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnufqIr1SHQ0dSidzavPw3k_An1JsgeE8qsFVZmTsXlN1TXl0Vby2puoOVswfZR0nldTGAkX91mdj3ajkPW_DD4GcSPIMcDSdOmFaWc3TkL3KoNj0_bi74xq75WC4FYIAxws6s-5kwDXoobC6xaQbkkiEOHz3F-u9gDXOiHCIRmwAxzOxYXN7Yn57o/s1321/DSC01797.JPG" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: left; float: left;"><img alt="" border="0" width="320" data-original-height="926" data-original-width="1321" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnufqIr1SHQ0dSidzavPw3k_An1JsgeE8qsFVZmTsXlN1TXl0Vby2puoOVswfZR0nldTGAkX91mdj3ajkPW_DD4GcSPIMcDSdOmFaWc3TkL3KoNj0_bi74xq75WC4FYIAxws6s-5kwDXoobC6xaQbkkiEOHz3F-u9gDXOiHCIRmwAxzOxYXN7Yn57o/s320/DSC01797.JPG"/></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiixi3Jut5Lk96czcqgTZaqlVxjo-NLHx4GXzjfBnIXFKwg36p8uS2srz3NdEHVGVdOxHjFpGBv4goaFNvaihaCxW42jz6apq2JUnTSdJJ99wvW4BlJZ1Ip6jOH7laqh3vzYGRjn8poJoKUj2fYaHt8utcqHRnTy2xCkrtf44_TrKaVtelfBvhLxkLl/s1119/DSC01789.JPG" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; "><img alt="" border="0" height="320" data-original-height="1119" data-original-width="1018" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiixi3Jut5Lk96czcqgTZaqlVxjo-NLHx4GXzjfBnIXFKwg36p8uS2srz3NdEHVGVdOxHjFpGBv4goaFNvaihaCxW42jz6apq2JUnTSdJJ99wvW4BlJZ1Ip6jOH7laqh3vzYGRjn8poJoKUj2fYaHt8utcqHRnTy2xCkrtf44_TrKaVtelfBvhLxkLl/s320/DSC01789.JPG"/></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHfpq3aoBRwngzWEfR7EyBWhR2B2j9MHOxaAEkSYsPCPu96py1G2D2Kt-YfwIoDOiB_cofT1Wgk5G1K5fOqzty47VjUpsTajTDZORxkNR_wR6u1_pcSVkEePSkCayj0ZNt1lvcVPM7XQZZfc8ijIcdE6TDSz3or9vUE3rFKIRF7e45XgERYj8wn2LD/s1600/IMG00006-20090823-1111.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; "><img alt="" border="0" width="320" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHfpq3aoBRwngzWEfR7EyBWhR2B2j9MHOxaAEkSYsPCPu96py1G2D2Kt-YfwIoDOiB_cofT1Wgk5G1K5fOqzty47VjUpsTajTDZORxkNR_wR6u1_pcSVkEePSkCayj0ZNt1lvcVPM7XQZZfc8ijIcdE6TDSz3or9vUE3rFKIRF7e45XgERYj8wn2LD/s320/IMG00006-20090823-1111.jpg"/></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgDhoIsInGwYamuYN2oA8-kR2hOjxwDch6le0vySoJGHaLHwMaEySL3228lWYYtavvDVDdfw5Poe-0j818YbMmeYbicbvmyGXpoZaBg77gYrDGI2cTXqcxhBzVtoEhFjZleGoYfH4l5ffgfpfFfRTKSqR6zj4mJ87-JVk_la_N8oL77Prd8f8aWmIk/s2048/DSC01657.JPG" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: left; float: left;"><img alt="" border="0" width="320" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgDhoIsInGwYamuYN2oA8-kR2hOjxwDch6le0vySoJGHaLHwMaEySL3228lWYYtavvDVDdfw5Poe-0j818YbMmeYbicbvmyGXpoZaBg77gYrDGI2cTXqcxhBzVtoEhFjZleGoYfH4l5ffgfpfFfRTKSqR6zj4mJ87-JVk_la_N8oL77Prd8f8aWmIk/s320/DSC01657.JPG"/></a></div> a few places up the ladder of importance. Heaven knows this government pays it sparse attention.
We are in the process of making some changes to our website that will enable our followers to participate more easily. In particular, there will be a regular NEWSLETTER. Teachers often mention they would like to communicate more directly online and this will afford them that opportunity.
We recognise the need to remain in close contact, especially as education is moving into new areas and we want to be certain we are keeping abreast of change.
Perhaps one of the most topical issues at present is the environment and climate change. If your school is heavily into this, do take a look at our play"ROBIN HOOD RESCUES THE FOREST". It has all the ingredients to push home the messages and enlighten the children about ecology.
I will leave you now with some pictures from that production.
Next time I will talk about another prominent issue that is important for the nursery and infant children.
Until then, farewell from Albert......Albert Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08928585675306603483noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769200059570245657.post-86907842405185789122023-03-13T13:12:00.028+00:002023-03-31T15:24:38.562+00:00Ringing in the Changes<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhbJ1JiPBOBJpTPXoKnzl9vFv2SvFQvOtXhcOxlU9b0fssOE6lekTuFZNjbSgo_X903P-iBZcKH0uheGySce0fztcNs4wVI6zW2v0xXidCb0eQOUfXBkMdnwx5oCRlD6ETVcuMRiASnfU_rcMrhlcjn14NCcDgaynw1c_wZs9ZR_3HYNKiXxj-C-XY/s2048/Lost%20Tomb%20Photo%20for%20theatres.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhbJ1JiPBOBJpTPXoKnzl9vFv2SvFQvOtXhcOxlU9b0fssOE6lekTuFZNjbSgo_X903P-iBZcKH0uheGySce0fztcNs4wVI6zW2v0xXidCb0eQOUfXBkMdnwx5oCRlD6ETVcuMRiASnfU_rcMrhlcjn14NCcDgaynw1c_wZs9ZR_3HYNKiXxj-C-XY/s320/Lost%20Tomb%20Photo%20for%20theatres.jpg" width="320"></a></div>
Since my last communication of only a day or so ago, I have been thinking it is time to move in a different direction.
Instead of bleating on about the inadequacies of the education system, I am going to spend a moment or two looking at the positives.
<span></span><a href="http://blog.aesopstheatre.co.uk/2023/03/ringing-changes.html#more">Read more »</a>Albert Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08928585675306603483noreply@blogger.com0Woking, UK51.316774 -0.560034923.006540163821157 -35.7162849 79.627007836178848 34.5962151tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769200059570245657.post-42909495893745661962023-03-11T19:35:00.006+00:002023-03-12T16:37:47.256+00:00ANTICIPATING GOOD TIMESAt A.T.T.C. we are never at a loss for something new to offer.
In the past few days we have been inundated with requests for INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS.
Subjects as diverse as "The History of Music" to "Life in the Rain Forest"
We love challenges and always rise to the occasion.
Ever decreasing school budgets mean that what little there is has to be spent to the best possible advantage and this is where we come in.
We create Drama Workshops that not only give an in depth participative involvement with the subject, but also serve as a
medium for social intercourse. For children to develop into adults they must have the ability to communicate with their peers. Heaven knows how much damage was inflicted during the Covid lockdowns. Perhaps time will tell or, most likely it will become fudged like many of the other disastrous decisions taken by those who should have known better.
I could say more but I would rather focus on how we are playing our part on the journey back to normality.
Teachers, you have your curriculum, now think on about the most productive way to embrace the subjects. Let's not simply drone on to an uninterested class, but bring vim and vigour to spark attention.
We are proud to announce we have never "lost" a student. Nobody sleeps while we are on stage, whether it be performing a play or conducting a workshop. Either way, the children are enraptured.
Give us a trwy and see what I mean.
Enough for now: just a few more pictures, and I will be back ere long....
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I mean did this country really grind to a halt for two years or so, and did so many businesses really perish through ill conceived plans and dreadfull advice from those in esteemed positions of power?
I certainly know of Theatre in Education companies that did not have the resources to continue. How does one when the schools are closed!
We were fortunate, or just plain lucky, because we are still here and business is picking up, albeit not at the rate we would like to see.
And now, as if the pandemic was not enough to finish us off, we have strikes to contend with. We all sympathise with teachers including, alledgedly, our Prime Minister, but how can they expect justice when education figures so low down the list of priorities.Perhaps we are due a change of government. It surely cannot be any worse than the present one.
Enough doom and gloom. I said things are looking up and we are now taking many bookings for the Spring and Summer terms.
The Tudors are back in fashion as witnessed by the demand for our production "HENRY VIII".
Also, protecting the environment is in vogue and we have the perfect play "ROBIN HOOD RESCUES THE FOREST".
You will find a good deal of information on both these on our web pages, together with many commendations.
I shall leave you now with some pictures.
Until next time Albert.....
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Alberthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00239628047601650616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769200059570245657.post-85071459281101054232022-11-01T17:54:00.002+00:002022-11-01T17:54:38.655+00:00AFTER HALF TERMWhere has the year gone?
It seems like only yesterday we were basking in the sun and it is now November. Fortunately, the mild weather has not deserted us, although the warning signs for a cold winter are clearly visible: lots of acorns for the squirrels and red berries for the birds.
Here at ATTC there is no reason to panic. Our snow shoes are at the ready and our winter tyres are on standby.
We have lots of exciting shows on offer for Christmas so the schools need to start spending the money they have accumulated before they are assessed in the next budget review.
Do any of you require assistance with your own Christmas production? Remember, we specialise in creating new shows so look no further if you would like some fresh ideas, or you wish to update your stock of plays.
I am off now to help a local school that is struggling for new ideas but, fear not, I shall return ere long.
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Just remembered I have to prepare the chicken for supper!Albert Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08928585675306603483noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769200059570245657.post-40914847418567994602022-10-16T16:34:00.001+00:002022-10-16T16:34:39.402+00:00NOT LONG NOW<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi469Dl1qQZLQzbLEFvFXOtYZUQ-HEcgUT00ioRvOKdfOX47tEeTugsp8Hro4w6zqmz-BxS4ghW8_AMv5CYx73agjJPSw_9x-lmqPbnYEbt1v2J_ea7oSaywWuB-i5MkmB1qsX4-LUHFFyEBH8nNcYG-Nl6v-Ga_JvSsXjvNa4kE6y1vsqD76o6mOga/s320/G%27MAN%20pic%20B.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; "><img alt="" border="0" width="320" data-original-height="214" data-original-width="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi469Dl1qQZLQzbLEFvFXOtYZUQ-HEcgUT00ioRvOKdfOX47tEeTugsp8Hro4w6zqmz-BxS4ghW8_AMv5CYx73agjJPSw_9x-lmqPbnYEbt1v2J_ea7oSaywWuB-i5MkmB1qsX4-LUHFFyEBH8nNcYG-Nl6v-Ga_JvSsXjvNa4kE6y1vsqD76o6mOga/s320/G%27MAN%20pic%20B.jpg"/></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwil7WwV690A4tmKgi9C6nZQfnUroefbQfY38018QMmLJl_CMP_yTvSe1GWY86f9b-unEZwTUcJ1QgkgZyH7Cdv35iZbIsz6EFYqsNZPJ30wdICBI5xMOr6N27ZIeG9OqiVKh_KGpNJaga49NHDxGaEboFXOtI4CODou1b8JTgvJiUm26bPd_4Ppxn/s2048/GBM%20&%20Henry%20at%20Beazley%2024th%20Dec2008%20020.jpg" style="display: block; 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padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; "><img alt="" border="0" width="320" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaSXz4dc-yv_lk8lSzEFsmNlX8rhhFik2RnC1djyx5warPN3pxTaJQGSa12zpDzdga6PaXa7oHfvdvBRNH2L5_HxRbZ3BUil_RYa7FiO09-vK8W5Bi-9fgxsZpfwIr5tFOrkIRvz_0VyfJoynTZmtan-ppgR6gJXiltbNBXG0DK4JK7_3VQGNyeHG6/s320/Link%20School%20Henry%20006.jpg"/></a></div>If the shops and stores are anything to go by, Christmas is already upon us.
We have been hearing "shop early for Xmas" since we were babes in arms, but every year the message comes sooner.
Of course, the retail trade like just about avery other is suffering, but I somehow cannot believe reminding everyone that Christmas is just around the corner will help during the current financial crisis.
There is a glimpse of hope on the horizon for Theatre in Education though. Since schools are desperate for teachers, and they make up the highest percentage of cost, there is money in the kitty to be spent elsewhere. And, what better than having live educational theatre at the school. It is just pure common sense. Save on trips to the theatre. After all, the coaches alone cost more than a visit by a touring theatre company. And then there is the hassle of organising supervision for the students. The days of one teacher at each end of the "crocodile" are long gone. Health and safety requires more supervisers, and don't think they will get in free. Those days are gone too.
So, it all comes back to common sense. Invite us to help educate and entertain the kids at a fraction of the cost you would spend going out and be relaxed in the knowledge they are learning in a safe environment and enjoying it.
What more is there to say!!!
Well, you can look at some more pictures and, until next time, farewell, Albert......Albert Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08928585675306603483noreply@blogger.com0