24 Questions to Ask Before You Book a Theatrical Incursion by Laura Cooney
Sep 19, 2018
Booking a live performance for your school is a big commitment.
(Experienced arts professional, Laura Cooney, pictured left, provides you with a check list. Laura's own company The Playground Craze, tours into schools nationally)
Laura writes:
There are many companies offering in-school theatrical experiences and they vary in price, quality and professionalism. While you can never know for sure until you have actually seen the show, there are questions you can ask to find out if the incursion is the right fit for your school.
Here are some questions you can ask before you book. Choose those that are most relevant to your situation.
Bugalugs - the best finish for the Term - Sydney
For Kinder - Yr 4, a wonderful adaptation of Tim Winton's The Bugalugs Bum Thief is on at Seymour Centre on Tue 8 & Wed 9 Sept.
Introduce your students to the real magic of theatre, they'll love the show and just absorb all the educational advantages. Details
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An important term for seniors - take advantage of online plays
Sometimes it's hard to find the time to gather seniors to watch a live production. If you can, great, but consider taking advantage of online plays. Complete Works Theatre Company offer online (and live)
See their whole range of productions/workshops here.
Flying Bookworm Theatre - primary and secondary incursions
There are very few incursion companies catering both to primary and secondary students. One is Flying Bookworm Theatre, who encourage delight in English and Drama for all audiences, though their focus is more for secondary students.
Touring is to Qld, NSW, ACT and Victor
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