Greenwich Theatre is one of London’s premiere off-West End theatres, presenting a year round programme of high quality performances.
MONTHS OPEN
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
DAYS OPEN
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
AGE GROUPs
PreSchool, 5 to 7 years, 8 to 10 years, 11 to 13 years, 14 to 16 years, College, University
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What we offer on a school trip
With a new show every week every season is guaranteed to have a mix of curriculum texts, new writing and cross-artform performance, all presented by some of the country’s finest touring theatre companies.
A visit to the theatre will always include a full theatrical performance, often the only chance to see a particular show in London, and may also include Q and A sessions with actors, talks from theatre professionals, practical drama workshops and theatre tours.
Greenwich Theatre is recognized as one of the capital’s most forward-looking providers of work for young people. From the delivery of Sing Up Greenwich for 5000 primary school children to an award-winning programme of work-based training for teenagers, the provision of education work sits at the heart of what we do, and we are able to create bespoke packages to suit the needs of any group.
What makes us a great choice for education
As a mid-scale theatre we present high-quality professional touring productions, but with a friendly, personal service. We can present bespoke packages to include talks with theatre companies and tours of the building, and regularly offer education packs to accompany productions.
What is typically included on our school trips
A typical visit includes access to a performance. Everything else that we can offer, from talks to tours to workshops, can be prepared according to the needs of the group.
Group Sizes Catered For
Anything up to 400 people.
Materials, Resources & Information Provided
We often provide education packs to accompany productions, generally produced by the visiting theatre compan
Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions
Not during performances, but photography of the building is permitted.
Risk Assessment Details
Risk assessments are available on request from our Customer Services Manager. His name is Murray Cooper-Lowry and his contact details are 020 8858 4447, m.cooper-lowry@greenwichtheatre.org.uk
Education Officer Information
Our Projects Co-ordinator deals with all education enquiries, from the delivery of practical workshops and employment training to primary school visits and curriculum support. Her contact details are: Susan Winter, 020 8858 4447, s.winter@greenwichtheatre.org.uk
Pricing Information
Ticket prices vary but there is always a competitive educational group rate available.
Clothing Requirements
No.
First Aid Information
We always have a qualified first aider on site.
Available Facilities
We have a confectionery kiosk and a cafe. We can accommodate packed lunches if necessary, but not easily.
Accessibility & Disabled Facilities
The theatre is fully accessible – flat access from the front doors, wheelchair lift to the bar and cafe area, lift to the auditorium, disabled toilet. We have a sennheiser loop system for the hearing impaired.
Opening Hours & Information
Most productions are presented Tuesday-Saturday at 7.30pm, with a Saturday matinee at 2.30pm. On occasion this may vary (pantomime in particular). Full details can be found at www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk
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