Education
From discounts on group bookings and theatre workshops, to advice on careers in the creative industries, we have something to inform and inspire.
Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into our workshop. It was great to see the children apply what they had learnt in class in a fun and practical way.
Bring your school to a show
Enrich your students' experience as they see their learning live on stage!
We offer discounted tickets for school students, plus 1 free teacher ticket per 10 students, on applicable shows.
Please email boxoffice@yvonne-arnaud.co.uk or call 01483 44 00 00 to make enquiries and book with school discounts.
See individual show pages for full details of price and schools information
Workshops
Primary
Theatre Explorers
A chance to explore the exciting world backstage and go on a scavenger hunt across the theatre. Pupils will learn more about technical theatre and how sound and lighting are used to influence our senses and transport us to different worlds.
Suitable for: Maximum 30 pupils from KS 2
Duration: 45 - 60 mins
Shakespeare
Focusing on character and themes, and with the help of costume and lots of silly props, children will experience the magic of Shakespeare.
Suitable for: Maximum 30 pupils from KS 2
Duration: 60 mins - half day
For more information and workshop prices, please get in touch at creativelearning@yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
Secondary & FE
Technical Theatre Taster
A chance to explore the exciting world of backstage theatre in this introductory workshop. Students will explore a range of backstage roles, and find out more about career pathways in technical theatre.
Suitable for: Maximum 30 pupils from KS 3 & 4
Duration: 90 Minutes - half day
Shakespeare
Playing with character and themes, we explore the world of Shakespeare, outside of the classroom.
Suitable for: Maximum 30 pupils from KS 3 & 4
Duration: 60 mins - half day
For more information and workshop prices, please get in touch at creativelearning@yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
SEND & SEMH
Our workshops can be adapted to support the needs of your group. Get in touch at creativelearning@yvonne-arnaud.co.uk to discuss how we can best support your young people.
More information on our accessible performances can be found by clicking here.
Discover Theatre
Our annual Explore Arts Award project for Deaf and disabled children.
Working in partnership with a local primary school, the Discover Theatre project provides funded workshops on pantomime and theatre-making for Deaf and disabled pupils.
Such a hands on, exciting project has given them the opportunity to explore new language and concepts with a real purpose. They have been engaged and enthralled by these workshops.
Surrey Drama Teachers Network
We support and connect teachers through the Surrey Drama Teachers Network.
What is it?
- A network for school drama teachers, set up by the theatre in partnership with Surrey Arts.
What opportunities does it provide?
- Workshops at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre supporting drama teachers to develop their own practical drama skills.
- A networking group to meet and share teaching experience and examples of best practice.
Does it cost to join?
It's free. Practical workshops and in person networking events held at the theatre are offered at a subsidised rate.
'Me and my team had a great time, and our biggest feedback was that it was GREAT to actually work on our own subject knowledge and be able to be creative!'
Head of Drama, Ash Manor School
If you would like to join our network please contact creativelearning@yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
Careers
Work Experience
Our annual work experience week takes place in the summer term. Students are recruited directly through partner schools.
To take part in work experience backstage with our Tech department you need to be 18yrs+.
Creative Careers Morning
We offer an annual Creative Careers Morning for secondary schools. Pupils get the chance to meet our staff and take part in practical workshops which explore different career pathways in theatre.
If you would like to find out more about work experience or careers please contact creativelearning@yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
ArtsMark
We are proud to be working in partnership with schools and settings on their Artsmark Award journey.
To find out how we can support you contact creativelearning@yvonne-arnaud.co.uk.
