Overview
Simon is able to draw on his wide experience in theatre to tailor almost any workshop for your school or group – whatever your needs may be from fun drama games sessions to workshops focusing in a play or theatrical genre of your choice.
As one of the most experienced Shakespeare workshop leaders in the UK he has developed a wealth of theatre techniques to bring fresh insight to Shakespeare’s words for students of all ages. Workshops work cheek by jowl with the curriculum, ranging from a lively introduction for younger pupils to a deeper exploration for older students.
For A-level students, Simon offers a highly revealing and entertaining interactive lecture exploring Shakespeare’s playhouses, actors and audience. This is ideal for English or Drama students who want to compare performance in Shakespeare’s time with today’s theatre. These very popular sessions can be enhanced by a follow-up workshop on a chosen text.
Experience
A professional actor for 25 years, Simon has been running workshops since 1993. As well as a long association with the education department at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, he has led education projects for organisations including the Theatre Royal in Bury St Edmunds, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, Watermill Theatre Newbury, the British American Drama Academy, Proteus Theatre Company, Hastings Festival and the Bremer Shakespeare Company in Germany. He works regularly with schools throughout East Anglia.
Testimonials
“We all really appreciated your work. The staff were impressed with your professionalism and your care of the children and their interests. We have no hesitation in recommending you to other schools.” Elm Tree Middle School, Suffolk
“Simon has shown the rare ability to utilise his natural acting and communication skills for the particular needs of our groups…..our students are spellbound…….he is a special talent” Foundation for International Education
