Drama workshops for schools are a powerful way to boost learning, confidence, and creativity. At VG Drama Workshops, we provide curriculum-based drama sessions for primary schools (EYFS, KS1, KS2) that make education exciting and interactive.
Our workshops help children build communication skills, develop imagination, and explore subjects in depth. From Shakespeare workshops for schools to Black History Month drama sessions and Bringing Books to Life, we offer a variety of engaging experiences that support the national curriculum.
Drama Workshops for Schools – Primary, Shakespeare & Curriculum Enrichment
Black History Month Drama Workshops
Our Black History Month drama workshops are perfect for educating students about pivotal figures and moments in African and Caribbean history. Through interactive drama sessions, children will gain a deeper understanding of key historical events while engaging with important cultural narratives.
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Windrush Generation workshops: Students explore the experiences of Caribbean immigrants who moved to the UK during the Windrush era, understanding their challenges and contributions.
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Rosa Parks & Martin Luther King Jr workhops: Through dramatic reenactments, students learn about the Civil Rights Movement and the bravery of individuals who fought for justice and equality.
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African and Caribbean Stories. workshops : Suitable for EFYS, KS1, and KS2, these workshops bring traditional African and Caribbean folktales to life, helping children connect with diverse cultures in a fun and engaging way.
History Explorer Workshops
History comes alive with our History Explorer workshops. Students travel back in time to explore key historical events, from Ancient Egypt to World War II. These workshops allow students to learn history in an immersive way, building a connection to the past through interactive drama sessions.
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Story Explorer Workshops
Our Story Explorer workshops are designed to help students build storytelling skills while enhancing their literacy and creativity. These workshops encourage active participation, where children take part in creating and acting out their own stories, using drama to reinforce key narrative techniques.
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Bringing Books To Life Workshops
Our Bringing Books to Life workshops combine literature with physical activity, using dance and movement to tell stories. Children engage in expressive activities that help them interpret classic tales through dance, adding a creative twist to their reading comprehension.
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Shakespeare Workshops for Schools
Our Shakespeare workshops for schools offer an exciting opportunity for students to delve into the works of one of the greatest writers of all time. Whether performing scenes from Romeo and Juliet or exploring the humor in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, students will experience Shakespeare’s plays in a fun, accessible manner.
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Locations We Cover Across England & Wales
Our primary drama workshops for schools are available in cities, towns and counties across England and Wales, including:
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London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, Bristol, Nottingham, Newcastle, Sheffield, York, Coventry, Leicester, Derby, Southampton, Portsmouth, Cardiff, Swansea
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North West: Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Lancashire, Cheshire, Cumbria
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Yorkshire & The Humber: West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, East Riding of Yorkshire
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West Midlands: Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall
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East Midlands: Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire
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South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Hampshire
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South West: Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire, Devon, Cornwall, Dorset
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East of England: Essex, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Bedfordshire
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Wales: Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, Monmouthshire, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Wrexham
Our workshops are delivered directly in schools, making it simple to bring engaging curriculum-linked drama workshops — including Black History Month, Windrush, and History Explorers — to pupils across England and Wales.
Primary Drama Workshop Frequently asked questions
Our drama workshops for schools offer an engaging and educational way for students to explore different topics through performance. By encouraging active participation, creativity, and collaboration, these workshops are not only fun but also highly beneficial for students’ development. Whether it’s for Black History Month, exploring Shakespeare, or bringing books to life through movement, our drama sessions enhance learning while making the classroom experience more interactive and enjoyable.
Book your drama workshop today and see your students thrive as they bring history, literature, and storytelling to life!