Tudor Workshops
The Drama Hut
School Workshop Online Workshop
Meet 'Margery Horsman', a Maid of Honour in the Royal Household of King Henry VIII. Reimagine what living during the Tudor period was like and through her, learn about 'Court Etiquette'. She will challenge you to work as a team to create images from the time, explore political beliefs and consequences in the form of crime and punishment and learn a traditional 'Pavane' dance often performed in Henry VIII's court. The workshop wouldn't be complete without a closer look at the famous six wives of Henry VIII and through performance and poetry, they will celebrate the roles they played during the life of this most famous monarch.
Where we travel to
We can visit your school in: East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales
What activities are available during this school workshop?
During this Tudor workshop the children will create images from the period, including a 'Royal Banquet' and explore crime and punishment. We will learn a traditional 'Pavane' dance often performed in Henry VIII's court, explore politics and religious beliefs of the time and how they affected key players during Henry's reign. Through performance and poetry, we will also learn about the six wives of Henry VIII.
Which curriculum topics do we cater for?
Tudors
Henry VIII
Through role play, improvisation and performance-based work, the children will explore a variety of aspects of Tudor life, including, crime and punishment, politics, court life and of course the six wives of Henry VIII!
Monarchs
>Performing Arts
>What size groups do we cater for?
We can work with up to 30 children at any one time for a minimum of 60 minutes. We offer special day rates for multiple classes and can deliver two different topics to different year groups on the same day, helping to manage tight school budgets.
How does safeguarding work for online workshops?
Online sessions are jointly hosted by the teacher and actor and may or may not be recorded, depending on the preference of the school. Ideally workshops take place in a school hall with a large screen, however, they can also work extremely well in a classroom, with desks pushed aside. Our Risk Assessment document is available upon request and is updated regularly to comply with all current advice and guidelines.

What technology/devices/type of internet connection do schools need for an online workshop?
Online workshops are delivered live by professional actors and offer a fully interactive experience, enhancing learning in a creative environment. They are structured in the same way as an on-site visit and have the advantage of utilising the benefits of technology ' in particular, virtual backgrounds, enabling actors to transport children back in time, to any era or location. School will require a good internet connection and ideally a large screen to project our actor on to, so all the children have good visibility. The Drama Hut currently using Zoom but can also work with Teams if this is a school preferred platform. We suggest online sessions last no longer than 75 minutes and recommend teachers test the link prior to the visit, to ensure sound and picture quality.
Groups with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND)
Children with special educational needs really benefit and enjoy our interactive workshops.
Yes - the very nature of our workshops being so visual and experiential, has led to extremely positive feedback from teachers when it comes to us working with children with disabilities.
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Testimonial:
"The cover teacher and all the pupils have not stopped talking about how marvellous Lillie was and what a fantastic time they had. Having a few ADHD pupils in the class, I thought the activities were well planned to engage them and keep them moving. Thank you so much for your brilliant service. The children loved the practical elements such as making the Tudor rose with their bodies and the dancing."
Mount Pleasant School ' May 2022
"The children absolutely loved the actor and found the whole workshop engaging and fun. The children were engaged with the freeze frame activities and loved that the actor came in to music and in full character. The staff were incredibly impressed with her professionalism and politeness. We would recommend her again anytime."
The Westlands Primary School ' July 2021
"The cover teacher and all the pupils have not stopped talking about how marvellous Lillie was and what a fantastic time they had. Having a few ADHD pupils in the class, I thought the activities were well planned to engage them and keep them moving. Thank you so much for your brilliant service. The children loved the practical elements such as making the Tudor rose with their bodies and the dancing."
Mount Pleasant School ' May 2022
"The children absolutely loved the actor and found the whole workshop engaging and fun. The children were engaged with the freeze frame activities and loved that the actor came in to music and in full character. The staff were incredibly impressed with her professionalism and politeness. We would recommend her again anytime."
The Westlands Primary School ' July 2021
Who are The Drama Hut?
At the Drama Hut we employ skilled costumed actors who use the Performing Arts, to help children truly experience a subject, complementing and enhancing learning in the classroom. Through improvisation, role play, movement and song, we help to bring the curriculum to life. Whether you choose to have us visit you online or on-site, our workshops are delivered live and are fully interactive. Prices start at £120 for a single workshop, with discounts available when multiple sessions/different topics are booked.
Whether it's a history subject, creative writing workshop, PSHE topic, or an opportunity to celebrate a significant person or event, let us help you to inspire learning with a Drama Hut workshop.
Our Reviews from Schools..
★★★★★
This was a fantastic workshop; children were clearly engaged throughout. The ability to mix the drama with information being given was brilliant. Highly enjoyable!
Whitefriars Primary
★★★★★
A fully comprehensive set of activities, delivered with fantastic enthusiasm. Thank you.
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