Archive | March, 2012

Under 11s on the way!

We’re done with the workshops. And this is Year 2 of the Jagriti-Soho Under 11s Playwriting Scheme. A new clutch of schools, some stalwarts – yes, I know I’m stretching definitions a little; 2 years does not a stalwart make. But it was wonderful to be able to return to a school that had clearly [...]

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Stonehill International School

Today we got up at 530 am for an early drive across Bangalore to Stonehill School. It is situated away to the north, on the road to the Airport. We got there at 745 am and had a workshop with the students there beginning at 830am. The pupils are from all across the world: the [...]

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First workshop with an Indian school

Today we conducted our first workshop – with The International School Bangalore. The group consisted of 33 children who seemed to enjoy the activities a great deal. They very kindly thanked us at the end and said how much fun they had. They also seemed to enjoy the English toffees that I brought along! Afterwards [...]

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Soho Theatre and Jagriti present…

The world’s best international writing project for children!!! Welcome to the blog of Soho Theatre and Jagriti Theatre India Exchange 2012. Here you will find stories, photos and videos of our workshops, events and the wonderful theatre performances. Featuring the work of school children in London England and Bangalore India. The night before… Just getting [...]

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