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Hello. We are The Curious Theatre Company, a collective of like-minded teachers, actors and writers with a wealth of experience in professional theatre, television, film and radio. We provide all sorts of material for schools: schemes of work on practitioners and set texts; a performance piece, Stan v Bert, about Stanislavski and Brecht; as well as a variety of new one-act plays for students,

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Hello. We are The Curious Theatre Company, a collective of like-minded teachers, actors and writers with a wealth of experience in professional theatre, television, film and radio. We provide all sorts of material for schools: schemes of work on practitioners and set texts; a performance piece, Stan v Bert, about Stanislavski and Brecht; as well as a variety of new one-act plays for students,
The Student who struggles 39 Steps Activity Handbook
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The Student who struggles 39 Steps Activity Handbook

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Hello fellow teachers. This student activity book covers Component 1: Section B - Study of set text. Written especially for those with practical abilities who learn best by doing or for those who struggle with the written exam. I know how hectic a drama teacher life is, so this activity book explores the text in detail with lots of activities for student’s, including set homework No preparation is needed and the activity book is a doddle to follow. This book is all you need to cover the play text in detail. So confident am I that you will love this book - that I will give you a refund if you think otherwise! Understanding Component 1: Section B - Study of set text. Lesson One: What is ‘The 39 Steps” Lesson Two: London in the 1930’s, the place and the people. Lesson Three: To understanding ‘pastiche’ & ‘parody’ Lesson Four: Understanding characters, costumes, accessories and make-up Lesson Five: To create set design and props Lesson Six: Reading through exam questions Lesson Seven: To learn how to use a writing template
Stanislavski A4 pdf Poster
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Stanislavski A4 pdf Poster

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This Konstantin Stanislavski poster is a pdfs in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and then printed by those purchasing the product. There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price.
'Names in a Jar" Brechtian/Physical Theatre Style Play (min 10 actors)
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'Names in a Jar" Brechtian/Physical Theatre Style Play (min 10 actors)

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Set predominantly in the Warsaw Ghetto, Names in a Jar is a dramatisation of the story of Polish nurse, Irena Sendler, who served in the Polish Underground in German-occupied Warsaw during World War ll. She smuggled approximately 2,500 Jewish children out of the Ghetto and then provided them with false identity documents and shelter, saving those children from the Holocaust. Performance License included in the price. Cast: Large cast (minimum 10 actors). Style: Brechtian/Physical Theatre. Length: 15-22 mins.
Stanislavski A0 pdf poster
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Stanislavski A0 pdf poster

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This Konstantin Stanislavski poster is a pdfs in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and then printed by those purchasing the product. There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price. This poster is ideal for classroom walls and highlights the key elements of Stanislavski’s ‘method’ technique in an easy and straightforward language.
Blood Brother Poster A4 pdf
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Blood Brother Poster A4 pdf

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This Blood Brothers poster is a A4 pdf in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and printed by those purchasing the product. There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price. This poster is ideal for classroom walls and highlighting key elements of the play, including a brief synopsis, characters, period, genre, style, lighting, key themes and issues etc.
The 39 Steps Poster A0 pd
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The 39 Steps Poster A0 pd

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This ‘The 39 Steps’ poster is a A0 pdfs in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and printed by those purchasing the product. There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price. This poster is ideal for classroom walls and highlighting key elements of the play, including a brief synopsis, characters, period, genre, style, lighting, key themes and issues etc.
The 39 Steps Poster A4 pdf
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The 39 Steps Poster A4 pdf

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This ‘The 39 Steps’ poster is a A4 pdf in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and printed by those purchasing the product. There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price. This poster is ideal for classroom walls and highlighting key elements of the play, including a brief synopsis, characters, period, genre, style, lighting, key themes and issues etc.
How To Make a Movie
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How To Make a Movie

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A video introduction on how to make a movie, perfect for those studying GCSE Film Studies or as a project for KS3 students. A step by step film which students can follow and pause.
Tracey Lockett. GCSE (Brechtian style)
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Tracey Lockett. GCSE (Brechtian style)

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Tracey Lockett is a hard-hitting, and, at times, harrowing docudrama, inspired by a true story about a young girl’s experience of being blackmailed, bullied and physically assaulted through social networking sites. The script has been written for a minimum of seven actors. Teachers should be aware the play is, at times, upsetting and disturbing and might not suit every group. Performance License included in the price. Cast: Mixed gender – minimum 7 actors. Style of Play: Brechtian. Length: 25-30 minutes.
Stage Lighting Poster A4pdf
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Stage Lighting Poster A4pdf

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This Stage Lighting poster is a pdfs in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and then printed by those purchasing the product. There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price. This poster is ideal for classroom walls and highlights the key elements of ‘stage lighting’ and its ‘functions’ in an easy and straightforward language for all to understand.
A Right Pickle -a surprising comic delight for three actors, inspired by Chekhov’s early plays.
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A Right Pickle -a surprising comic delight for three actors, inspired by Chekhov’s early plays.

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A tale of love and death, of friendship and too much herring, A Right Pickle is a surprising comic delight for three actors, inspired by Chekhov’s early one-act ‘Jests’, The Bear and The Proposal. Author:Richard Attlee Cast: 2 men, 1 woman Style: Stanislavski Length: 15 minutes Performance License included in the price. A Right Pickle is a light comedy, set on a country estate in the wilds of Russia, at the end of the 19th century. Neurotic Oleg Klipkin comes to propose to his penniless neighbour, Tatiana Murova, on the very day boorish gambler, Konstantin Boranov arrives to claim money owed to him by Tatiana’s dead, legless husband…
'Twelfth Night' - A rollercoaster adaptation of the classic Shakespeare tale
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'Twelfth Night' - A rollercoaster adaptation of the classic Shakespeare tale

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This adaptation of Twelfth Night is a rollercoaster ride through the classic Shakespeare tale of the adventures of Viola and Sebastian, Olivia and Orsino plus Sir Toby Belch and his entourage, not forgetting the much maligned Malvolio. Performance License included in the price. Cast: Mixed gender (minimum 16 actors) Style: Slapstick/Physical theatre/Brecht Length: 30 minutes.
Actioning Verbs A4 pdf Poster
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Actioning Verbs A4 pdf Poster

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This poster is ideal for Drama students needing quick and easy access to a list of of ‘Actioning Verb’ to help them in their practical or scripted work. This Posters is a A4 pdfs in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and then printed by those purchasing the product. A4 & AO pdfs are available both at the same price. Actioning, is the choosing of a verb (action word) to think of subconsciously during the delivery of a line to another actor. One line, one sentence, one breath – one Action. This technique is useful when trying to find meaning to a sentence or line. If an actor puts action words to every line they deliver in a script, it is ensured that every line will be delivered with meaning and purpose.
Stage Lighting poster A0 pdf
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Stage Lighting poster A0 pdf

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This Stage Lighting poster is a pdfs in high resolution so it needs to be downloaded and then printed by those purchasing the product. There is a choice of A4 or large AO size both at the same price. This poster is ideal for classroom walls and highlights the key elements of ‘stage lighting’ and its ‘functions’ in an easy and straightforward language for all to understand.