The Wall Workshop
Shooting Star Entertainments
Let us bring The Wall to life in your school hall, a hilarious Roman adventure packed with action, laughter, and lessons about courage, teamwork, and communication!In just 45 minutes, our professional cast will take children on a whirlwind journey to ancient Britannia, where eager young soldier Gaius is sent north to "make peace" with the locals. Armed with a shiny helmet, two bumbling companions, and a very confused mission brief, he soon finds himself face to face with blue-painted warriors, wild rumours, and a task that's far trickier than it sounds.
Perfect for the whole school, this interactive performance is full of humour, history, and pantomime-style fun, bringing the Roman world to life in a way that's both educational and unforgettable.
At Shooting Star Entertainments, we specialise in creating inspiring, high-energy performances that engage, educate, and entertain audiences of all ages. With a passion for storytelling and a commitment to immersive theatre, we spark curiosity and imagination through every show we perform.
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Risk Assessments Arts Award £10m PL Insurance
Where we travel to
We can visit your school in: All UK Regions
What activities are available during this school workshop?
A 45 minute performance of Red Riding Hood
Which curriculum topics do we cater for?
Performing Arts Workshop
Click to read full text We provide high-quality, interactive theatre experiences that develop students' creative, technical, and analytical skills. Our performances support learning by:
* Enhancing Acting and Performance Skills: Students observe professional techniques, including voice work, physicality, and stage presence.
* Encouraging Creative Expression: Interactive elements allow students to engage with storytelling, improvisation, and character development.
* Teaching Theatrical Techniques: Productions demonstrate stagecraft, including lighting, sound, set design, and costume, providing insight into technical theatre.
* Developing Analytical and Reflective Skills: Post-show discussions encourage students to critique performances, analyse themes, and reflect on artistic choices by both performer and director.
* Supporting Collaboration and Communication: Workshops and interactive performances foster teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence in performance settings.
By combining live theatre with educational engagement, Shooting Star Entertainments helps students develop key skills in acting, production, and analysis, enriching their experience of the Performing Arts curriculum.
Romans Workshop
Romanisation and ways of life The Roman Conquest and Hadrians Wall The Roman Army
Click to read full text We bring Roman Britain to life through high-quality, interactive performances that deepen historical understanding and spark curiosity about the ancient world. Our productions support curriculum learning by:
* Exploring Key Historical Themes: Students discover why the Romans invaded Britain, how they built and defended Hadrian's Wall, and what daily life was like in a Roman fort.
* Bringing History to Life Through Storytelling: Engaging characters and humorous dialogue help students understand Roman society, including social structure, slavery, citizenship, religion, and relationships with local tribes.
* Highlighting Roman Achievements: The show introduces Roman engineering, inventions, and infrastructure, from roads and aqueducts to sanitation and architecture, showing their impact on Britain.
* Developing Historical Thinking: Interactive elements and post-show discussions encourage students to question sources, challenge stereotypes, and reflect on differing cultural perspectives.
Connecting Past and Present: By exploring real locations such as Vindolanda and the lasting legacy of Hadrian's Wall, students gain insight into how the Roman Empire shaped modern Britain.
By combining live theatre with curriculum-rich storytelling, Shooting Star Entertainments transforms history from page to stage, making the Romans engaging, memorable, and meaningful for learners of all ages.
What size groups do we cater for?
No maximum size for the performance.
Access for visitors with disabilities
We come to you and all disabilities are welcome.
Visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
We offer Relaxed Introductions, Touch Tours, Social Stories and Makaton. While we aren't able to provide BSL translations for our performances, we are happy to provide a copy of our script in advance so that should you have an onsite BSL translator you would like to use, they are able to familiarise themselves with our material before the show.
Who are Shooting Star Entertainments?
We specialise in creating unforgettable Touring Pantos and Theatre in Education experiences that spark imagination and encourage participation.
Our original scripts are thoughtfully crafted for EYFS, KS1 and KS2, ensuring every show is educational, engaging and fun.
At the heart of what we do is accessibility. With our commitment to 'Making Great Theatre Accessible to Everyone', we're proud to champion inclusive experiences for all. Our team is Makaton-aware, with our Core Performer Team Level 2 Makaton trained, and we actively collaborate with organisations like the NHS to deliver impactful productions. We are also a registered Arts Award Supporter.
From inclusive storytelling to interactive performances, we're dedicated to ensuring every child has the opportunity to experience the joy of live theatre.
We are revolutionising the way Theatre in Education is accessed for schools with our Starlight Pass, giving more value for money than ever before with exclusive access to our online classroom resources like Behind the Scenes videos, Lesson Plans and worksheets so you can make the most out of every performance.
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