Stealing Games, 2009 national tour
Capital E National Theatre for Children is pleased to present an exciting new production, written by acclaimed New Zealand playwright Gary Henderson, ideal for 8 - 12 year olds.
Stealing Games is a compelling theatrical experience, dealing with the privatisation of children’s play. For tour dates and booking information please click here.
In Stealing Games private playgrounds are built and children’s own communities come under threat. We follow the story of four young people facing moral and personal challenges for the first time, and watch them successfully defend their right to have a say.
Gary Henderson’s exciting new play explores themes especially relevant to Values and Key Competencies and the Health and Physical Education, Social Sciences and Arts learning areas.
The Learning Game
Some of the Key Competencies your students will develop:
Participating and contributing
In Stealing Games private playgrounds are built called ‘Playparks’. Students are encouraged to think critically and reflectively - do Playparks enhance the well-being of the community?Managing self
Some children in Stealing Games don’t know when to lead or when to follow. Others think themselves resilient with an ability to act independently. Students are encouraged to explore what motivates the children’s choices and actions.Relating to others
There are many competing points of view in Stealing Games. To overcome the stranglehold of Playparks the children must work effectively together, listen actively and come up with new ways of thinking. We see what helps them succeed - and what nearly gets in the way.Some of the Values, your students will develop:
Community and participation
New laws and rules are made and implemented very quickly in Stealing Games. Students are encouraged to critically analyse whether this is for the common good. What are the values behind these decisions that affect everybody?Integrity
Young people in Stealing Games discover that friendships are delicate. Solving problems means they need to be honest, responsible and accountable. The impact of what happens when they act ethically is dramatically demonstrated.Equity
Stealing Games encourages students to value fairness and social justice. Ultimately it demonstrates the vital importance of including children’s needs in decision making.
Tour Schedule and Education Information
Age Suitability: 8 – 12 years
Schools: Years 4 – 8Stealing Games come with a curriculum-linked Teacher Resource, packed with activities and lessons, for both before and after your theatre experience.
You will be provided with a PIN code to download the resouce, upon confirmation of booking.
Click here to to download the Teachers Resource (2MB).
PRICE: $6.50 per person (incl gst)
BOOKINGS: To download a booking form please click here
Seats are limited and will be allocated on a first-in, first-served basis. We encourage you to book early.
Auckland booking details:
To book for the Manakau season at the TelstraClear Pacific Events Centre Genesis Energy Theatre, please call Kelly Nicholls, Schools Co-ordinator, on 09 9661740 or send an email to schools@pacific.org.nzTo book for the Auckland season at the Herald Theatre, THE EDGE, please phone 09 357 3354 or send an email to education@the-edge.co.nz
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