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The Royal Shakespeare Company creates theatre at its best, made in Stratford upon Avon and shared around the world. We place a special emphasis on sharing Shakespeare’s work with children and young people. We believe that young people get the most out of Shakespeare’s plays when they see them performed live and actively explore the text ‘on their feet’. This means speaking the words out-loud and bringing tried and tested RSC rehearsal room approaches into the classroom through our resources.

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The Royal Shakespeare Company creates theatre at its best, made in Stratford upon Avon and shared around the world. We place a special emphasis on sharing Shakespeare’s work with children and young people. We believe that young people get the most out of Shakespeare’s plays when they see them performed live and actively explore the text ‘on their feet’. This means speaking the words out-loud and bringing tried and tested RSC rehearsal room approaches into the classroom through our resources.
Romeo and Juliet Teacher Pack 2018
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Romeo and Juliet Teacher Pack 2018

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This pack supports the RSC’s 2018 production of Romeo and Juliet, directed by Erica Whyman and performed at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon and then on tour across the UK. The activities provided are specifically designed to support Key Stage 3-4 students, irrespective of whether they are attending a performance or studying the play in school although there are specific details relating to this production throughout. There are activities within each section which follow the RSC’s active approach to learning about Shakespeare and are driven and guided by our rehearsal room practice. The pack also contains text based resources and some key scenes from the play.
Macbeth Teacher Pack 2018
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Macbeth Teacher Pack 2018

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This pack supports the RSC’s 2018 production of Macbeth, directed by Polly Findlay and performed in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon and then at the Barbican in London. The activities provided are specifically designed to support Key Stage 3-4 students, irrespective of whether they are attending a performance or studying the play in school although there are specific details relating to this production throughout. There are activities within each section of the pack which follow the RSC’s active approach to learning about Shakespeare and are driven and guided by our rehearsal room practice. The pack also contains text based resources and some key scenes from the play.
Hamlet Teacher Pack 2016
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Hamlet Teacher Pack 2016

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This pack supports the RSC’s 2016 production of Hamlet, directed by Simon Godwin, which opened on 12 March at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon. The activities provided are specifically designed to support Key Stage 3-4 students, irrespective of whether they are attending a performance or studying the play in school although there are specific details relating to this production throughout. The pack is divided up into 5 distinct sections designed to help you to plan your lessons: Exploring the Story; Voices from the Past; Storytelling; An Antic disposition and Resources. There are activities within each section which follow the RSC's active approach to learning about Shakespeare and are driven and guided by our rehearsal room practice. We also have extension boxes throughout the pack which can help to develop the activities for older students or to help you progress a theme in greater depth. The pack also contains text based resources and some key scenes from the play.
Romeo and Juliet: Lovers Gallery
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Romeo and Juliet: Lovers Gallery

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This bank of images from different RSC productions of Romeo and Juliet can be used to compare interpretations and spark discussion. Suitable for Key Stage 2 onwards. Find more of our resources on our website: www.rsc.org.uk/education/teacher-resources
Othello and Iago Gallery
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Othello and Iago Gallery

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This bank of images from different RSC productions of Othello can be used to compare interpretations and spark discussion. Suitable for Key Stage 2 onwards. Find more of our resources on our website: www.rsc.org.uk/education/teacher-resources
Much Ado About Nothing Gallery: Gulling
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Much Ado About Nothing Gallery: Gulling

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This bank of images from different RSC productions of Much Ado About Nothing can be used to compare interpretations and spark discussion. Suitable for Key Stage 2 onwards. Find more of our resources on our website: www.rsc.org.uk/education/teacher-resources
The Merchant of Venice: Shylock Gallery
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The Merchant of Venice: Shylock Gallery

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This bank of images from different RSC productions of The Merchant of Venice can be used to compare interpretations and spark discussion. Suitable for Key Stage 2 onwards. Find more of our resources on our website: www.rsc.org.uk/education/teacher-resources
The Tempest: Magic Gallery
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The Tempest: Magic Gallery

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This bank of images from different RSC productions of The Tempest can be used to compare interpretations and spark discussion. Suitable for Key Stage 2 onwards. Find more of our resources on our website: www.rsc.org.uk/education/teacher-resources
The Tempest: Prospero Gallery
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The Tempest: Prospero Gallery

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This bank of RSC images from different productions of The Tempest can be used to compare interpretations and spark discussion. Suitable for Key Stage 2 onwards. Find more of our resources on our website: www.rsc.org.uk/education/teacher-resources
Macbeth: Witches Gallery
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Macbeth: Witches Gallery

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This bank of images from different RSC productions of Macbeth can be used to compare interpretations and spark discussion. Suitable for Key Stage 2 onwards. Find more of our resources on our website: www.rsc.org.uk/education/teacher-resources
First Encounters: King Lear (2012) Teacher Pack
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First Encounters: King Lear (2012) Teacher Pack

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A Teacher Pack designed to support the RSC First Encounter touring production of King Lear (2012). While linked to the US Core standards, all the activities here can be used in any classroom in any country to explore the text actively. The full 2012 First Encounter production can also be watched online via the TES Resources site. Suitable for Key Stage 3-4. The pack is divided up into 6 distinct sections designed to help you to plan your lessons: Synopsis and Background; Exploring Themes; Exploring the Production; Actors’ Approaches to the text; Resource Materials and Appendix of curriculum links. There are activities within each section which follow the RSC's active approach to learning about Shakespeare and are driven and guided by our rehearsal room practice. The pack also contains text based resources and key speeches from the play. Find more of our resources on our website: www.rsc.org.uk/education/teacher-resources