In partnership with Swansea Museum, National Waterfront Museum, Technocamps, Theatr Brycheiniog and y Gaer
Why are there so many different species?
Alfred Russel Wallace was always asking questions.
Multi award-winning Theatr na nÓg invite you on an adventure with one of the greatest scientists of all time, as he seeks to answer this age-old conundrum.
Born in Wales, Alfred Russel Wallace came up with the theory of evolution at the same time as Charles Darwin after stumbling upon an unusual beetle in the Neath Valley. Set sail on a fantastic journey from Wales to Brazil and the Malay Archipelago, exploring jungles and remote islands as we follow in Wallace’s footsteps and see how his theory came to light.
The play includes magical storytelling, which includes:
* Learn what life was like for Victorian explorers
* Uncover the secrets of the amazing natural world around you
* Find out how you can support nature with environmentalism, sustainability and conservation
Perfect for Progression Step 3
To reduce the cost of your trip you could apply for a grant from the Arts Council Wales Go and See Fund.
Schools can apply for up to £1,000 to cover up to 90% of the costs of the experience, this includes your ticket and transport costs.
Swansea
Primary schools:
Available Tuesday to Friday, 13th September-26th October (In English)
A whole day of activities:
- A performance of the play 'The Butterfly Hunter' at the Dylan Thomas Theatre (at 10am or 1pm)
- A Q&A with the cast
- Free workshop at the Swansea Museum and the National Waterfront Museum
- Free online resources linked to the themes of the show
Secondary schools: (Ideal for Drama and Biology)
Available on Mondays and other days at request:
- A performance of the play 'The Butterfly Hunter' at the Dylan Thomas Theatre (at 10am or 1pm)
- A Q&A with the cast
- Time to look around The National Waterfront Museum. (optional)
- Free online resources
Brecon
Available Tuesday 28th - Thursday 30th November
A whole day of activities:
- A performance of the play 'The Butterfly Hunter' at Theatr Brycheiniog (at 10am or 1pm)
- A Q&A with the cast
- Free workshops at y Gaer
- Free online resources linked to the themes of the show
How much does it cost?
We receive funding from Arts Council Wales and a number of Trusts and Foundations towards this project.
We will use this funding to reduce the
cost to you, reducing it to
£9+VAT per pupil / adult
plus one free adult ticket with every 10 pupils.
As a condition of this funding we need to collect feedback from every participant of this project.
To receive this reduced cost, we ask for three things in return:
1. You sign your booking contract which will be emailed to you within 7 days of receipt.
2. Complete a simple online survey within 10 days following your visit.
3. Pay your invoice within 60 days after your visit.
You will be sent reminders so don’t worry about forgetting. Any schools not adhering to these conditions will be charged the full cost of £12.50+VAT per person.
