Macbeth Interactive Workshops & Project Week for Schools

Provided by FINDING THE WILL - Jules Hobbs (External Provider)

Inclusive Macbeth workshops for KS1–KS2: drama, role-play, storytelling, and creativity

The Macbeth Interactive Workshop / Project Week by Finding The Will brings Shakespeare’s classic tragedy to life in an inclusive, creative environment. Students explore key themes such as ambition, fate, and guilt through drama, storytelling, and imagination. With minimal props and simple discussion, pupils engage in role-play, predict what happens next, and interpret characters on their own terms.

The programme is tailored for different age groups and abilities, making it accessible for both mainstream and special schools. Alongside drama, it builds empathy, self-expression, confidence, and listening skills, supported by a robust teacher pack.

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Format

Primary: 2 sessions x 2 hrs
(60 participants per session)

Each Interactive Workshop is approximately 2 hours long - we can incorporate your normal morning break. We offer two workshops per day. For Project Weeks, we will work with you to design a week that fits in with your timetable, whilst allowing a Workshop Day plus two rehearsal sessions per group for the final performance on Friday.

Age Groups

Y1 - Y6, Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Regions

We are happy to travel nationwide however, as we are based in South West England, there may be additional costs for Scotland and Northern Ireland.

General Overview

Option for a 2‑hour Interactive Workshop, or a full Project Week.
In the Project Week: classes work on sections of the play, then come together for a final performance.
Uses a mix of original Shakespeare text and simpler language, plus atmosphere-building soundtrack / effects.
Minimal props and costumes to reduce barriers; focus is on imagination and participation.
Every student is encouraged to contribute — whether acting, speaking, predicting, or questioning.
Teacher Pack provided, including background, discussion prompts, and follow-up ideas.

Learning & Skills Developed

Improves language and listening through Shakespeare’s dialogue.
Encourages teamwork, concentration, imagination, and resilience.
Builds emotional literacy: exploring guilt, ambition, power.
Supports social and intrapersonal intelligence — children reflect on characters’ motives and feelings.
Links to Curriculum: Drama, English / Literacy, PSHE / Personal Development.

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Learning Outcomes and Curriculum Links

Not only understanding of a Shakespeare play but also......
Helping Students to find their voice Listening skills Language development Team building Concentration Imagination Confidence boosting Empathy And it’s Fun!
Curriculum Links: Literacy; History; Drama; PSHE; Public Speaking

Cost

Prices start from £425. For an exact quote, please contact Jules directly, with the number of students you wish to participate, the number of workshops you require, or to find out more about what Finding the Will can offer on the day.

Testimonials

“Even our most reluctant writers were able to create vivid descriptions such was the power of your work.” — Assistant

Head Teacher, St Mary’s Catholic Primary, Hornchurch

“When we came back to class and produced a plot summary … the amount that they had retained was phenomenal – names, locations, actions … they were also able to explore all the themes that the play presents. They are absolutely LOVING Shakespeare!”

Mrs Orton, Year 4,, St Michael’s Junior School, Chelmsford

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Enhanced DBS Checked Instructors
Public Liability Insurance
Risk Assessments

About This Provider (FINDING THE WILL - Jules Hobbs)

Head Office: FINDING THE WILL - Jules Hobbs, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 2PD

Shakespeare Interactive Discovery Workshops and Performance Project Weeks Every Primary/Special School Discovery Workshop or Performance Project Week is an all-round, all inclusive, interactive learning experience. Included with every Workshop/Project Week is a Teachers’ Pack. “I would recommend Finding the Will to any school. You think you know your children really well and then you watch them perform Shakespeare!” Head Teacher, Whiteparish All Saints Primary, Wiltshire

Delivery Format

Requirements

We work on a ratio of one practitioner to 30 participants. We appreciate at least one member of staff in the room at all times.

Event Days

International Literacy Day, National Book Month, Shakespeare Week, World Book Day

Available Regions

We are happy to travel nationwide however, as we are based in South West England, there may be additional costs for Scotland and Northern Ireland.

This service is available internationally

Anywhere in England

Anywhere in Northern Ireland

Anywhere in Scotland

Anywhere in Wales

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