In term 3, we will be immersing ourselves in the world of the famous playwright, William Shakespeare, as we study two of his captivating plays...

The Tempest For Kids (re-written by Lois Burdett)

• The Tempest is a play by English playwright William Shakespeare. It was first performed in 1611.

• The play is about Prospero, a magician who was the Duke of Milan. He was then betrayed by his brother, Antonio, and the King of Naples. He now lives on an island with his daughter Miranda.

• When Prospero’s enemies are shipwrecked on the island by a tempest, Prospero sees his chance for revenge.

A Midsummer Night's Dream (by Andrew Matthews)

Four lovers, having an argument in the Athenian woods at midnight, are confused by fairies who are only trying to help. Throw in some magic, a custody battle over a little boy, and an amateur actor who unsuspectingly becomes the fairy queen’s love interest… oh and a magic set of ass’s ears… and there you have it - A Midsummer Night’s Dream, a comedy.