Lively Action Workshops -
Secondary Schools
Take Shakespeare off the page with our popular Lively Action workshops for Key Stages 3 – 5.
They’re full of interactive and practical ways to help students understand Shakespeare through performance and enhance their study of English Literature.
Workshops can take place at Shakespeare’s Globe on London’s Bankside, or in your school, wherever you are in the country.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED IN A LIVELY ACTION WORKSHOP?
A 30-minute guided tour of the Globe Theatre (for workshops held at Shakespeare’s Globe) or an optional 30-minute virtual tour (for workshops in your school).
A one-hour practical, interactive workshop on the play of your choice, tailored to your Key Stage and learning objectives.
Full of exercises exploring language, characters and themes, which get students on their feet and help them understand Shakespeare’s words through performance.
HOW LIVELY ACTION WORKSHOPS SUPPORT YOUR STUDENTS
Guided tour of the Globe Theatre immerses students in the performance context of Shakespeare’s time.
Our active approach to learning gets students on their feet and deepens their understanding of Shakespeare’s texts as plays for performance.
Full of practical activities and games to increase their engagement with the play’s language, characters and themes.
Tailored to your students’ requirements, whether they are encountering the play for the first time or revising for exams.
Supports progress towards AO1, AO2 and AO3.
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TESTIMONIALS
“The Macbeth workshops were hugely effective. They added fantastic depth to our students’ understanding of the play and we look forward to seeing how their work goes from strength to strength as a result. The exercises prompted lively debate and some fascinating responses from students who’ve typically struggled to engage with Shakespeare.”
– Head of English and Assistant Principal, Secondary School in East London
“It was really active and fun. It helped me to understand the language.”
– Year 10 student
Get more from your Globe experience
Looking for a more in-depth experience for GCSE or A-Level students? Book a GCSE or A-Level Study Day instead for workshops with a more advanced, exam-focused approach.
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In addition to your workshop, why not add a performance in the Globe Theatre or Sam Wanamaker Playhouse with special schools’ rates (subject to availability).
Discover MoreAT SHAKESPEARE'S GLOBE
Capacity
35 people per group (inclusive of students and adults).
If you have a larger group, we will split into multiple workshops.
Cost
State schools: £12 per student (min £240 per group).
Other UK schools: £14 per student (min £280).
International: £16 per student (min £320).
Timings
Workshops run on weekdays at 9.30am, 10.30am, 11.30am and 12.30pm.
For availability on specific dates, complete the booking form below.
Teacher Ratios
1:10 teacher to student ratio.
Teachers outside of this ratio must be paid for at the rate of a student ticket, unless they are 1:1 support for an access patron within your party, who go free.
IN YOUR SCHOOL
Capacity
35 people per group (inclusive of students and adults).
If you have a larger group, we will split into multiple workshops.
Requirements
For in-school workshops, you must book two or more consecutive sessions. Scheduling details can be discussed when booking.
Workshops must take place in a space that is large enough for students to move around in. If a drama studio or school hall is unavailable, a large classroom with desks and chairs pushed aside would also work well.
Only available to mainland UK schools.
Cost for 60-minute practical drama workshop
State schools: First two workshops at £360 (additional workshops: £120 each)
Other UK schools: First two workshops £420 (additional workshops: £140 each)
Optional Virtual Tour
You can also add an optional 30-minute Virtual Guided Tour of the Globe Theatre (requires the use of projection facilities). When booking, please indicate if you would like to add this.
Cost for 60-minute workshop + 30-minute virtual tour
State schools: First two workshops at £540 (additional workshops: £180 each)
Other UK schools: First two workshops £630 (additional workshops: £210 each)
Practitioner travel expenses will be charged to your school if you are located outside the M25.