Theatre Practice
Setting the stage for language learning
King Arthur (2016)
Treasure Island (2014)
Designed especially for primary and junior secondary school students, Classics for Juniors brought English theatre to life through dynamic, interactive performances and classroom-based workshops.
Starting in 2014, this comprehensive programme combined drama with language learning, creating joyful and effective learning experiences in professional theatre settings. Each year featured a newly produced play performed by a professional cast, supported by tailored education packs, pre-show workshops, and in-school drama sessions through the Creative Box series. Families were also able to join the fun through inclusive public performances.
To champion access and understanding through performance, AFTEC pioneered Relaxed Theatre—a sensory-considerate experience for individuals with autism and learning differences.
Programme details
1
Participants
1
Theatre Productions
1
School & Public Shows
1
Participating Schools
1
Returning Schools
1
Pre-show Workshops
Past productions
2021 Walking the Amazon
2020 The Tale of Robin Hood (TranXmedia edition) *
2019 Grimm Adventures – A Reimagination of Grimm’s Fairy Tales
2018 The Wizard of Oz
2017 The Scarlet Pimpernel
2016 King Arthur
2015 Merlin the Magician
2014 Treasure Island
*Live performances were cancelled due to the pandemic. AFTEC changed to cinematic filming of the stage production, and launched a TranXmedia edition with 3D animation and CG effects.
I liked the way the actors expressed themselves. They used simple materials to create sounds and imitate different animals.
Student
Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section)
Walking the Amazon (2021)
Watching the actors perform in these amazingly creative settings really fired up the imagination of the students.
Teacher
Law Ting Pong Secondary School
Walking the Amazon (2021)
Walking the Amazon (2021)
Grimm Adventures – A Reimagination of Grimm’s Fairy Tales (2019)
It was very well-organised and included a pre-show workshop which together with the production accelerated student learning.
Teacher
Evangel College
Grimm Adventures – A Reimagination of Grimm’s Fairy Tales (2019)
I thoroughly enjoyed the show. The characters were quite funny and the costumes were great. The play followed the original story closely. I hope I can watch more AFTEC shows and productions in the future!
Student
The Wizard of Oz (2018)
The Wizard of Oz (2018)
We’d love to tell you more.
Acknowledgement
