Konflux Theatre have been amazing from booking to performance. They have considered the needs of all of the children taking part and ensure that the workshops were fun and interactive.
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What People Say
Sarah Shepherd
Lyne and Longcross C of E Primary School
Matt energised and entertained an entire key stage. He used a range of subjects including Literacy, History, popular culture, sport, teamwork and of course, drama. He was particularly effective with some of the Y6 children who might have been less enthusiastic following SATs. Matt was flexible and worked around the needs of our school. Matt came to our school loaded with ideas, energy and enthusiasm. This proved to be a contagious mix which inspired all the pupils across a very wide range of abilities. He got everyone working and brought out some brilliant performances from some unlikely places! His management of a large group of children was exemplary. We will certainly recommend Konflux and in particular Matt Driver to other schools.
Alex Bowles
The Norman CE Primary School, Norfolk
Konflux Theatre has worked with our school on many occasions and all of the experiences have been consistently exceptional. We rebook this company often because we are assured of the standard of delivery, and we also like the ‘play in a day’ format, which not only exposes our children to drama techniques but also allows them to share these skills with peers.
Ms James
Miles Coverdale Primary School
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Play in a Day
Play in a Day play workshops are an interactive way of encouraging learning and creativity.
One of our facilitators would work with a group of 35 pupils throughout the day, using different drama techniques and exercises. The day accumulates in the pupils sharing a short performance to an audience of their choice. This performance will showcase what they have learnt throughout the day and show the remarkable confidence this workshop brings.
The way in which Play in a Day is designed allows for everyone’s voice to be heard. All pupils will be involved in their own way and will be encouraged to share their talents and work as a group to support each other.
How the Day Works
After registration the group (generally up to a maximum of 35 children) spends 15-20 minutes learning vocal and movement exercises designed to build their confidence and encourage them to work together. Our technique is specifically designed to enable children who may have reading difficulties to actively participate in the play. The children do not receive copies of the script as lines are given orally by the director. The day culminates in a performance to the rest of the school or an audience of your choice before your school day ends. Lots of our schools choose to invite parents too!
We have a huge range of curriculum based topics and issue based topics.
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Play in a Day can also be adapted to a Play In A Week
Play in a Week is a popular extension to our Play in a Day® and offers groups the opportunity to devise, rehearse and perform a play under the guidance of one of our Writers / Directors.
Play in a Week is a 2- 5 day project for Key Stage 2, 3 or 4 groups.
Throughout the week the group create the drama; develop characters, discuss and devise scenes to build their play for a performance on the final afternoon. This process is designed to develop writing, drama and improvisation skills and teamwork.
Play in a Week is a popular choice for groups and schools who have a theme week, or a special celebration, as the play can be on any topic you choose.
Very recently Play in a Week has been the focus point for many school transition and Summer School projects. Working with a number of pupils from each feeder primary school, Play in a Week is a fantastic opportunity for children to come together to meet each other, share ideas and then work together to create their very own play. The final play often takes place in the secondary school where the children will start their new schooling life together.
We've worked with groups on themes as diverse as Transition, Careers, Literacy & Numeracy, Racism, Mining Communities and Bullying, to name but a few!
Requirements for Play in a Week:
- Suitable space for the workshops, rehearsal and performance.
- Groups need to be available for the entire process
More information about Play in a Day workshops can be seen here or ask one of our School Coordinators. You can call on 01937 832740, fill out an online enquiry form or email us directly on info@konfluxtheatre.co.uk
