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THE SCHOOL TRAVEL BOOK Your guide to English, drama & performing arts trips OF INSPIRING YO U N G M I N D S 1967 - 2017 My Tour Manager – your online trip organiser Save time and keep on track with your school trip admin with our new online organiser - designed to help busy teachers like you. Inside, you’ll find a wealth of information and useful resources to help you throughout the planning of your trip. With My Tour Manager you’ll be able to: ✓ Download free resources & templates including materials to advertise your trip ✓ Access your school trip paperwork online & in one place ✓ Add and submit passenger information and any other trip requirements ✓ Use our personalised tour checklist detailing what you need to do & by when ✓ Receive fortnightly email reminders to keep you on track Lochaber High School ✓ Access your school trip information securely anytime, anywhere via desktop, mobile & tablet Watch our short My Tour Manager video here www.nstgroup.co.uk/my-tour-manager It’s quick and easy to register. Locate My Trip - live location updates whilst your group’s away As the UK’s leading educational school trip provider, safety and reassurance are at the heart of everything we do. Here’s how it works: ✓ We’ll provide you with a handset ahead of your tour Laugardalur, Reykjavík Iceland 25th Feb 201 7, 15.08 ✓ Your school can log in & locate your group’s whereabouts – where you’ve been & your current location ✓ Locate My Trip enables your school & NST to react quickly to travel issues & other events which may affect your tour plans ✓ You can easily provide parents with relevant information should travel plans be disrupted Locate My Trip is the easy, convenient way to trace your group’s location, and has been specifically designed to provide support to both parents and teachers. *A one-off payment of £50 per group per trip applies for the device hire option, and data roaming charges are included in the £50 package cost. 2 Simply call our school travel experts on 0845 293 7975 or visit nstgroup.co.uk to plan your next experience. of planning & organising school trips 2017 marks NST’s golden anniversary, 50 years on from being founded by a maths teacher in Lancashire in 1967. In fact, some of our first young travellers may now even have grandkids of their own ready to embark on a school travel experience with us. We’ve worked alongside thousands of teachers just like you over the years, and what we create together is truly exceptional. Children return enlightened and inspired, with positive memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. With half a century’s experience under our belt, today we’re able to offer you so much choice, advice, reassurance and support every step of the way: curriculum-linked visit experiences; destination knowledge; the reassurance of safety management and financial protection; and of course our full support whilst you’re away. You’ll find a wealth of information about NST and what we offer at www.nstgroup.co.uk/ why-nst. This 2017/18 school travel book showcases our range of tours to help inspire you. Please do get in touch to find out how we can assist you in creating a tour that your pupils will remember in 50 years’ time! Steve Craven Contents Inside our school travel book, you’ll discover some of the most intriguing destinations to explore and bring English, drama & performing arts to life. INTRODUCTION 2-3 LONDON 4-7 NEW YORK 8-11 STRATFORD-UPON-AVON 12-13 PARIS 14-15 EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT FREE PLACES Book by 31st May 2017 & save We offer a generous free place ratio £20pp on all long haul tours of 1 in 10 for air travel & £10pp on all European tours. and 1 in 8 for coach travel. LOYALTY REWARD INSPECTION VISITS Save £5pp from your first consecutive year of travel onwards with our loyalty reward. Front cover image: Shakespeare’s Globe NST Director Free inspection visit to assist with your school tour risk assessments. 2 night complimentary stay for 2 people in your chosen destination. Terms & Conditions: All prices and information shown in this brochure are subject to availability, can be withdrawn at any time without notice and are correct at time of going to print (March 2017). Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of information and prices at time of printing, regrettably errors and changes do occasionally occur. Flight supplements may apply. The air holidays & flights shown are ATOL Protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. ATOL 3606. Please visit www.nstgroup.co.uk for full terms and conditions. Early Booking Discount & Loyalty Reward see www.nstgroup.co.uk/offers - for full details and terms and conditions. 3 99 London £ Se ep Joseph Whittaker School prices start from pp age 7 d clu for what’s in ed From the magic of a West End show to interactive workshops or a tour around Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, an English school trip to London is guaranteed to inspire your pupils! At NST, we work closely with theatres and agencies in the capital to give you access to great group prices, fantastic theatre seats and great availability on the most popular West End shows. That’s why almost 600 school groups choose to travel to London with us each and every year. DISNEY’S THE LION KING VISIT PACKAGE FROM £49PP: For groups wanting to see Disney’s The Lion King, why not combine it as part of a great value package? This includes: • • • Disney’s The Lion King show ticket Disney’s The Lion King educational workshop Theatre bundle - brochure, drink & ice cream delivered to your seat DISNEY’S THE LION KING EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP Popular with school groups, these hands on explorations of theatrical performance are led by expert Disney Teaching Artists, giving participants the opportunity to perform scenes, songs and dances from the award-winning musical. Disney’s The Lion King Workshop © Disney Here to help When you travel with NST, you can rest assured that we’ll be with you every step of the way. Here are just some of the ways we’ll help you to have a safe and enjoyable experience: • AVOID THE QUEUES Pre-booking visits to avoid queues and waiting around. • PRE-BOOKED TICKETS • FREE INSPECTION VISIT To give you peace of mind for your school visit, we offer two nights bed and breakfast accommodation for two people in a twin room free of charge at, or near to, your booked accommodation. This enables you to plan your visit NST can book West End theatre tickets in advance for your group in order to secure the best availability and prices. Take a look at the following pages for details. and answer any queries on your own risk assessments. 4 LONDON Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on 0845 293 7975 and we’ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs Theatre Free PRICING KEY FOR VISITS Under £5pp Under £10pp £10pp+ A West End show is a magical and unforgettable experience and a must for school groups visiting the city. There are so many popular options to choose from and we can book any show for your group. Here are just a few of the capital’s award-winning plays and musicals... DISNEY’S ALADDIN MATILDA NEW The magical story of Aladdin is on the West End in The much-loved story of a special little girl with an Disney’s thrilling and bold new musical. extraordinary imagination. DISNEY’S THE LION KING WICKED Disney’s award-winning musical combines The untold story of the Witches of Oz brought to dazzling staging and wildly creative costumes. life with spectacular storytelling and production. SCHOOL OF ROCK NEW Based on the hit movie, this new musical follows a failed, wannabe rock star who poses as a teacher SEE MORE ONLINE at a prestigious prep school. There are so many fabulous shows to choose from. Take a look at our website at nstgroup.co.uk to view the full listing. Your first choice for tickets Theatre & backstage tours Our dedicated in-house theatre team and our links with the best Our range of tours offer an exciting glimpse into the workings of ticket providers means we’ll be able to reserve your first choice London’s top theatres, from the National Theatre and Theatre Royal to tickets for the show of your choice! the Royal Opera House or a behind-the-scenes tour of Les Misérable. See website for details. Workshops We offer a range of expert-led workshops to suit your specific needs, whether your focus is on theatre, performing arts, English and drama, literature and creative writing or dance. When you book your tour with us, we’ll work closely with you to tailor your workshop to suit your curriculum requirements and to support and enhance your chosen West End show experience. Here are just a few of our most popular workshops... • MAKING A SCENE Bring the scripts from a scene of a show or play of your choice to life whilst exploring acting methods, vocal techniques and character development. • STAGE COMBAT Explore the relationship between acting and fight choreography and discover how combat scenes are choreographed for stage. • A SONG & DANCE Work with a pianist and a cast member from the show your group is seeing and gain an insight into a true West End rehearsal. • STEP BY STEP Immerse your group in the music and movement of your chosen West End show and gain new knowledge, skills and moves. • WEST END 101 Learn the techniques used by professional actors during this interactive workshop inspired by the themes of the West End show your group is seeing. • SONG IN PERFORMANCE Learn singing techniques with a West End musical director then take part in a performance for a cast member from your chosen show. For drama groups, we also offer exclusive workshops with the Central School of Speech & Drama. Call us for details. West End Workshops have been working with NST for over 10 years now and our range of workshops just keeps getting bigger! We can tailor the workshops to your needs, which means you’re guaranteed a fun, interactive, relevant learning experience that will bring your curriculum to life. Ryan McBryde, West End Workshops Visit our website to see our full range of workshop options. For more details on our full range of trips, visits and accommodation options visit nstgroup.co.uk LONDON 5 TOP VISIT HARRY POTTER WORKSHOPS A programme of educational workshops has been created to complement the Studio Tour. There are subject-specific options available for English, drama & performing arts groups, providing options for both GCSE and A-Level groups. These workshops are delivered in a purpose-built classroom and use the Harry Potter™ film series as an example of the wider context and theories surrounding filmmaking. You’ll even get access to free downloadable pre- and post-visit resource packs to use in the classroom. Pitching - All films begin with an idea. This workshop is designed to encourage pupils to come up with their very own film idea and condense it into a pitch of 25 words or less which would sell it to a film executive. Instructional Writing - In this workshop, pupils will learn the secrets behind how animal actors are trained for, and used within, films. They’ll then write their own instructions for an animal to perform. A special appearance by star Step on to authentic sets, discover the magic animal actors from the film can be arranged (at an additional cost). behind spellbinding special effects and explore Script to Screen - Look at the journey of a film production from the script the behind-the-scenes secrets of the Harry pages to what you see on the screen. From the artwork, plans, white card Potter film series. models, storyboards and editing to the finished set. Costume Characterisation - There is no costume without a character. Pupils Located at the Studios where it all began. will look at the original mood boards and costumes that bring a character to life. The Distressing Process - Actors are not beaten up, but their costumes are. Pupils will have the opportunity to examine a costume before and after a TM & © 2017 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights © JKR. battle/fight scene to analyse how the costume designer creates wear and tear. Shakespeare experiences We’ll arrange every aspect of your Shakespeare experience in London, including the Globe exhibition and tour, productions, theatre workshops and other educational experiences at our great group prices. Lochaber High School SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE We have worked closely with Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre for many years and are an official ‘Friend of the Globe’. We offer fantastic group prices for strongly curriculum-linked Shakespeare performances. • Romeo & Juliet - 22 April - 9 July • Nell Gwynn - 2 May - 13 May • Twelfth Night - 18 May - 5 August • Tristan & Yseult - 13 June - 24 June • Much Ado About Nothing - 14 July - 15 October • King Lear - 10 August - 14 October • Boudica - 8 September - 1 October GLOBE EXHIBITION & TOUR LIVELY ACTION WORKSHOP The Globe exhibition and tour offers pupils the During this session, led by a Globe Education opportunity to learn more about this unique Practitioner, your pupils will take a guided tour of building and its most famous playwright, the theatre followed by a workshop based on a Shakespeare. Shakespeare play of your choice. Exhibition: This engaging and informative Through practical exploration, your pupils will exhibition explores the Globe as it would have be encouraged to develop an understanding of been: the centre of what was once London’s most Shakespeare’s characters and stories, and to notorious entertainment district. engage with the text as a script for performance. Tour: An expert guide will take you on a fascinating tour, bringing the space to life the 1599 Globe, the reconstruction process in the 1990s, Different dramatic techniques are used to explore Shakespeare’s plays and deepen critical understanding. and of how the ‘wooden O’ works today. 6 LONDON Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on 0845 293 7975 and we’ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs Lochaber High School Where you will be staying MEININGER HYDE PARK In an ideal central location offering a unique blend of high quality Suggested itinerary Day 1 Morning departure from school. National Theatre backstage tour, followed by a pre-theatre meal & a accommodation, full meal options and large selection of conference West End show of your choice. rooms. Day 2 NST West End workshop - tailored ROYAL NATIONAL HOTEL A large, busy hotel offering a good standard of accommodation in a central location. The hotel offers a good range of facilities and to a show of your choice. Free time in Covent Garden. Departure for return journey to school. represents value for money. Additional day option YHA THAMESIDE This youth hostel offers basic accommodation and good facilities for groups at a very reasonable price. Shakespeare’s Globe exhibition and tour. Ride on the Coca-Cola London Eye. Evening performance at Shakespeare’s Globe. PREMIER INN For prices for this itinerary, please call us. All hotels belonging to the Premier Inn chain offer comfortable accommodation and are located close to a tube station offering easy access to London. Price includes: 1 night’s B&B accommodation, executive coach transport from & to school & throughout your stay, group travel insurance & 1 in 8 free place ratio. Price shown based on 40 paying passengers from selected departure points, travelling February 2018. For more details on our full range of trips, visits and accommodation options visit nstgroup.co.uk LONDON 7 £20 PP New York 699 £ pp Se ep age 11 d de clu n i s ’ for what A school theatre tour to this dazzling destination will leave your English, drama and performing arts pupils feeling excited and inspired! From the bright lights of Broadway to a range of exciting educational visits, NYC won’t disappoint! Plus, by booking your trip to New York with NST, you’re guaranteed the perfect mix of shows, school theatre workshops and leisure at fantastic group prices. Of all your chosen visits, a Broadway show is an absolute must! Fun & interactive workshops Enjoy a range of exciting, hands-on and inspiring workshops to bring learning to life and enhance your Broadway show experience. Whether your focus is on theatre, performing arts, English and drama, literature and creative writing or dance, we have a whole host of workshops to suit your needs. Take a look at the following pages for details. Here to help When you travel with NST, you can rest assured that we’ll be with you every step of the way. Here are just some of the ways we’ll help you to have a safe and enjoyable experience: • FREE INSPECTION VISIT- To give you peace of mind for your school visit, • EATING OUT - We can pre-book your meals at our great group prices to we offer two nights’ bed and breakfast accommodation for two people in a help your itinerary run smoothly – and you’ll know your currency exchange twin room free of charge at, or near to, your booked accommodation. This rate for meals well in advance too. Popular options include: • Continental/ enables you to plan your visit and answer any queries on your own risk American breakfast • Planet Hollywood • Hard Rock Cafe • Bubba Gump assessments. Shrimp …and many more! • LOCAL SUPPORT - We have worked closely with our local agent in New York for many years. Together, we ensure that you’ll have the best support and assistance whilst away. The stage combat workshop was excellent and particularly getting the chance to interview an actor from the production the pupils were about to watch. Rebecca Durham - Guiseley School 8 NEW YORK Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on 0845 293 7975 and we’ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs Preston Lodge High School prices start from BOOK BY 31 ST OCTOBER & SAVE Theatre Free PRICING KEY FOR VISITS Under £5pp Under £10pp £10pp+ The bright lights and magic of a Broadway show experience will stay with your pupils long after their trip to New York and is a must for English, drama and performing arts groups visiting the city. There are so many popular options to choose from and we can book any show for your group. Here are just a few of the most popular Broadway shows... CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY NEW SCHOOL OF ROCK A Broadway hit! This musical follows a failed, The much-loved story of a special little girl with an wannabe rock star who poses as a teacher at a prestigious prep school. extraordinary imagination. WICKED KINKY BOOTS The untold story of the Witches of Oz brought to Inspired by true events, this striking musical life with spectacular storytelling and production. features songs by pop icon Cyndi Lauper. DISNEY’S ALADDIN Discover a whole new world at ALADDIN, Disney’s thrilling and bold new musical. SEE MORE ONLINE There are so many fabulous shows to choose from. Take a look at our website at nstgroup.co.uk to view the full listing. Your first choice for tickets Theatre & backstage tours Our dedicated in-house theatre team and our links with the best Our range of tours offer an exciting glimpse into the workings of New ticket providers means we’ll be able to reserve your first choice York’s top theatres, from the Lincoln Center of Performing Arts, to a tickets for any show of your choice! ‘stage door’ tour of Radio City or an all access tour of Madison Square Garden. See website for details. Workshops We offer a range of expert-led workshops to suit your specific needs, whether your focus is on theatre, performing arts, English and drama, literature and creative writing or dance. When you book your tour with us, we’ll work closely with you to tailor your workshop to suit your curriculum requirements. Here are just a few of our most popular workshops... • BROADWAY 101 Involve your pupils in • MUSICAL THEATRE, SONG & MOVEMENT storytelling exercises, and introduce them to the Learn the choreography, staging and music history of Broadway and professional theatre. directly from the Broadway production you are • STAGE COMBAT A fun and interactive session that culminates in pupils creating their own combat sequence under the guidance of two teaching artists. Our most popular workshop. • STEP BY STEP Interpret choreography and its dramatic meanings, and explore different styles of dance during this spectacular masterclass with a professional Broadway dancer. seeing with a cast member from the show. For groups with a particular interest in theatre, we also offer exclusive workshops with the OffStage Group, led by a qualified Broadway professional instructor based in central Manhattan. Visit our website to see our full range of workshop options and for more information. • UP-CLOSE & PERSONAL Talk to a Broadway performer who you may later see on stage in a Broadway show to discover their career Broadway classroom workshops were perfect. Really highlights and gain an insight into life as a great to be able to have a Q&A with a cast member. performer. This workshop includes a private performance from the artist just for your group. For more details on our full range of trips, visits and accommodation options visit nstgroup.co.uk Carisbrooke College NEW YORK 9 Creative Arts experiences NEW YORK FILM ACADEMY INTERACTIVE SESSIONS The NYFA offer NST groups a fantastic opportunity to learn from exciting sessions designed around Harwich & Dovercourt High School an area of film to suit your group’s studies. Workshop options include: • DIRECTOR’S CRAFT – Your group will use equipment to try out film direction, and be taken through the process of creating shots and scenes. • SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP – Explore good storytelling, screenplay structure, plus character development and dialogue. • ACTING FOR FILM WORKSHOP – Uncover the basics of film acting, performance choices and how the camera affects the actor’s performance. DANCE EXPERIENCES CREATIVE WRITING EXPERIENCES For groups looking to get moving during their New York city experience, we If your group is seeking a creative writing experience during your visit to the Big offer a number of exciting and energising dance workshops, including an Apple, there are a number of visits and workshops to choose from, including experience at the Alvin Ailey Studios. Visit our website for details. the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and In(Verse): Poetic Techniques for Non-Poets and Creative Writing 101 workshops. Leisure - trip highlights TOP OF THE ROCK Free Under £5pp Under £10pp £10pp+ Experience the best and most complete daytime ONE WORLD TRADE CENTER OBSERVATION DECK LINCOLN CENTER OF PERFORMING ARTS TOUR view of New York City! The views of New York’s The 104 storey building stands on the World Trade Take a guided tour and bring your pupils closer Center site in Manhattan - giving amazing views to the world’s premier performing arts centre. On of the city as well as interactive exhibitions on the a daily tour they’ll learn more about the Lincoln building and the city. Center’s iconic landmarks. landmarks include Central Park, the Chrysler Building, Times Square, the Brooklyn Bridge and the Lochaber High School Statue of Liberty. STATUE OF LIBERTY & ELLIS ISLAND NBC STUDIO TOUR ELLEN’S STARDUST DINER An insightful visit, which details the history of Enter the world of American television on this Multi-level 50’s-themed diner with singing servers this great universal symbol of political freedom historic tour through the halls and working studios & an extensive menu of American classics. The and democracy. Your group will learn about the of NBC’s New York operations! Visit some famous perfect venue for your performing arts group. important role the island played in immigration. studios, including Saturday Night Live, plus take a detailed look at a control room, then see the makeup room and prosthetics department. 10 NEW YORK Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on 0845 293 7975 and we’ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs Preston Lodge High School Where you will be staying VANDERBILT YMCA Suggested itinerary Day 1 value with the benefit of a central location single beds and recreational facilities. Daytime flight & transfer to accommodation. Youth hostel offering simple standard of accommodation but excellent Ascend the Empire State Building. Day 2 Manhattan guided walking tour. MANHATTAN AT TIMES SQUARE Comfortable hotel offering a good standard of accommodation centrally NST Broadway workshop followed by a Broadway show of your choice. located. Staff are on hand to ensure all guests enjoy a pleasant stay. Day 3 Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island WOLCOTT HOTEL A comfortable hotel offering basic accommodation with plenty of facilities cruise. NST Broadway workshop of your choice. located in the heart of New York City, with complimentary breakfast. Day 4 Visit to Top of the Rock for a 360° farewell view of the city. HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS MIDTOWN WEST A medium sized hotel, centrally located in the Midtown West area of Manhattan. Modern and spacious, featuring sophisticated boutique furnishings and contemporary amenities. COURTYARD NEW YORK CHELSEA Centrally located within easy walking distance of Penn Station, close to Transfer to airport for overnight return flight to the UK. Day 5 Arrive back in the UK. For prices for this itinerary, please call us. major attractions, an ideal base to stay and explore the city. Price includes: 5 days, 3 nights’ room only accommodation, return flights from a London airport (other departure airports are available) & overseas airport transfers, extensive group travel insurance, 1 in 10 free place ratio. Price shown based on 35 paying passengers travelling in November 2017. For more details on our full range of trips, visits and accommodation options visit nstgroup.co.uk NEW YORK 11 99 Stratford-upon-Avon £ Se ep pp age 13 d de clu n i s ’ for what An English school trip to Stratford-upon-Avon, where famous playwright William Shakespeare was born and lived, is guaranteed to inspire your pupils. Of all the educational visits on offer in Stratford, an RSC production at the intimate Swan Theatre undoubtedly gives pupils an educational experience that is invaluable to their studies as they see the works they have been studying brought to life on stage. Trip highlights PRICING KEY FOR VISITS Free Under £5pp Under £10pp £10pp+ THEATRE & SHAKESPEARE PROPERTIES WORKSHOP RSC TOWER TOURS & THE PLAY’S THE THING EXHIBITION - NEW! SHAKESPEARE BIRTHPLACE TRUST Take part in a curriculum-linked workshop such Go behind-the-scenes to discover more about the Gain an insight into the life and times of as ‘An Introduction to Shakespeare’, ‘Circus and theatre-making process. Learn about the history Shakespeare during a guided visit of up to five of Clowning’, ‘Improvisation’, ‘Playwriting’, and ‘An of the RSC and the theatres, then take a lift up his properties, including: Inspector Calls’. the tower for a fantastic view of Shakespeare’s • Shakespeare’s Birthplace – Where Shakespeare Alternatively, put the spotlight on Shakespeare with hometown. As you descend you will find an a workshop that aids the discussion of language exhibition installed on the walls. use, exploration of literary and historical context. Take a magical journey through 100 years of theatre-making in Stratford-upon-Avon with the new permanent exhibition “The Play’s The Thing” and discover rarely-seen treasures from the museum and archive. grew up. • Anne Hathaway’s Cottage – The family home of Shakespeare’s wife. • Shakespeare’s Church – Complete the story with a visit to his grave. • New Place - Museum in 16th century home of the Bard’s neighbour and tours of Shakespeare’s Elizabethan garden. 12 STRATFORD-UPON-AVON Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on 0845 293 7975 and we’ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs © Amy Murrell prices start from Royal Shakespeare Company ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY PRODUCTIONS Coriolanus 15 September - 14 October 2017 Twelfth Night 2 November 2017 - 24 February 2018 A full-throttle war play that revels in Twelfth Night is a tale of unrequited love the sweat of the battlefield, Coriolanus – hilarious and heartbreaking. Twins are transports us back to the emergence of separated in a shipwreck, and forced to the republic of Rome. Season Director, fend for themselves in a strange land. The Angus Jackson, completes the collection of first twin, Viola, falls in love with Orsino, who Shakespeare’s epic Roman plays with Sope dotes on OIivia, who falls for Viola but is Dirisu in the title role. idolised by Malvolio. Enter Sebastian, who is the spitting image of his twin sister... Dido, Queen Of Carthage 15 September - 28 October 2017 A Christmas Carol 27 November 2017 - 4 February 2018 Aeneas is a refugee in exile, fleeing a war- A brand new adaptation of the Charles torn Troy and seeking new roots in Europe. Dickens classic – one of the most loved Shipwrecked in Carthage, the meddling short stories ever written. In one ghostly gods intervene; they fill Queen Dido with Christmas night, cold-hearted businessman all-consuming love for Aeneas. The lovers Ebenezer Scrooge learns to pity himself and must decide whether to follow their hearts to love his neighbour – but is that enough? or fulfil their political destinies. RSC WORKSHOPS Tailored to meet your learning objectives, these half or full day workshops provide pupils with either a first introduction to or a deeper study of a chosen plays language, characters and themes. Each workshop is led by RSC Education Associate Practitioners all of whom have first-hand experience of RSC rehearsal room practice, working either as actors, directors or theatre © Ellie Kurttz education specialists. Working as actors, pupils will explore the plays practically unlocking language and characters as we do in RSC rehearsal rooms. RSC workshops are available for pupils of any age. SEE MORE ONLINE Where you will be staying YHA STRATFORD-UPON AVON This basic, simple hostel accommodation is ideal for groups on a lower budget. The hostel offers a good base for visiting nearby Stratford. Suggested itinerary Day 1 Morning departure from school. Check into accommodation. RSC tour followed by an RSC performance. Day 2 Shakespeare workshop followed PREMIER INN WATERWAYS by free time exploring Stratford. This modern budget hotel is set in 3-storey townhouse-style buildings Departure for return journey to and lies along Stratford-upon-Avon’s canal, a short walk from the town’s historic centre. school. For prices for this itinerary, please call us. Price includes: 1 night B&B accommodation, executive coach transport from & to school & throughout your stay, group travel insurance & 1 in 8 free place ratio. Price shown based on 40 paying passengers from selected departure points, travelling in November 2017. For more details on our full range of trips, visits and accommodation options visit nstgroup.co.uk STRATFORD-UPON-AVON 13 £10 PP Paris includes 2 day Disney Park Hopper ticket, workshop & performance 259 £ Se ep pp age 15 d de clu n i s ’ for what It’s little wonder that Paris is such a popular choice for school tours. With a range of educational visits to enjoy, why not visit the world famous Disneyland® Paris during your study tour too! Enjoy the rides and attractions in both the Disneyland® Park and Walt Disney Studios® Park, participate in Disney Performing Arts OnStage then take a Disney Performing Arts Workshop. Vocal, dance and musical theatre groups will be well catered for during an English school tour here. Here to help Our Paris City Representative, Aliya, or a member of her team can meet you on arrival, assist you with hotel check-in, advise you on points of interest and public transport and provide 24-hour emergency assistance. Trip highlights Free Under £5pp Under £10pp £10pp+ © Mbzt PRICING KEY FOR VISITS THEATRE IN PARIS SEINE RIVER CRUISE LOUVRE MUSEUM Take a step inside a traditional Parisian theatre Get a unique view of the city’s famous landmarks! Explore this famous museum, known for its unique and spend an evening with locals at a French play An enjoyable river cruise is a relaxing way to see glass pyramid. Housing one of the most extensive with English subtitles. A dedicated host will meet Paris. Pupils also learn from the French (or English) collections in the world, the Louvre is the ideal you at the theatre, introduce you to the play and commentary on their headsets. place for pupils to see the prominent role that art venue and take you to your seats. Groups can take plays in French culture. part in a theatre workshop before the show too. 14 PARIS Get in touch with our team of school travel experts on 0845 293 7975 and we’ll create a bespoke tour to suit your exact needs Lochaber High School prices start from BOOK BY 31 ST OCTOBER & SAVE Trip highlights Under £5pp Under £10pp £10pp+ ©Disney Free DISNEYLAND® PARIS Take your pupils to experience the world-famous DISNEY PERFORMING ARTS ONSTAGE What could be more exciting DISNEY PERFORMING ARTS WORKSHOPS Disney Performing Arts Disneyland® Paris! Enjoy the adrenalin packed than performing on a Disney stage in front of an Workshops are founded on a strong ethos for rides at Disneyland® Park then step through international audience? Disney Performing Arts performance development, giving pupils the the studio gates at Walt Disney Studios® Park OnStage gives instrumental, vocal, dance, parade opportunity to reach for the stars through hands- to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of groups and marching bands the opportunity to on sessions with Disney professionals. Please call movies, animation and television. perform in front of new audiences! our team of school travel experts for further details. • MONTPARNASSE TOWER OBSERVATION DECK • CENTRE POMPIDOU Don’t miss.. • MONTMARTRE & SACRÉ COEUR Enjoy the many street stalls and street artists, The dramatic architecture of the museum holds shops and cafés. Once a meeting place for artists This 196m tower has shorter queues than the a unique collection of 20th century art covering in the late 19th and early 20th century, your Eiffel Tower and a fabulous view of Paris. The the principal movements. Study services include group can also view artists painting portraits viewpoint tables clearly mark the city’s many gallery tours and audio guided tours. and caricatures for the tourists and enjoy a famous monuments. Interactive facilities help to spectacular view of Paris from the steps of the build language skills and enhance knowledge of Sacré Coeur. Paris, plus downloadable quizzes in English and SEE MORE ONLINE French are also available. I have one word for our tour...exceptional! The two Artistic Directors at Disney were very, very good. They made us feel at ease and couldn’t do enough to help. They were pleasant, funny, approachable and lovely people. I have total trust in NST and wouldn’t use any other company. Suggested itinerary Day 1 Where you will be staying Morning departure from school. Check into accommodation. Tracey Bell, Airedale Academy Relax and spend time in Disney village. Day 2 Take part in a Disney Performing Arts Workshop followed by time in KYRIAD DISNEYLAND Disneyland® Park. The hotel is located just outside Disneyland® Park and a short train journey from Paris city centre. Day 3 Performance on a Disney stage in front of an international audience! EXPLORERS HOTEL A modern, adventure themed hotel offering comfortable accommodation and an excellent variety of fun recreational facilities. Free time in the park. Departure for return journey to school. Suggested itinerary included in price. Price includes: 2 nights’ B&B accommodation, executive coach transport from & to school & throughout your stay, services of NST Paris City Representative to assist with check-in & provide 24hr assistance, visits shown in suggested itinerary (2 day Disney Park Hopper ticket, Disney Performing Arts OnStage & Performing Arts Workshop), extensive group travel insurance & 1 in 8 free place ratio. Price shown based on 40 paying passengers from selected departure points, travelling in November 2017. For more details on our full range of trips, visits and accommodation options visit nstgroup.co.uk PARIS 15 OF INSPIRING YO U N G M I N D S EXPERIENCE A WORLD OF EDUCATION WITH NST Our range of subjects in destinations around the world include: 1967 - 2 01 7 ART & DESIGN BUSINESS STUDIES CHRISTMAS MARKETS With half a centur y’s experience in planning and organising CLASSICS & ANCIENT HISTORY school trips, we’re able to offer COMPUTER SCIENCE you so much choice, advice, reassurance and support ever y step of the way. 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