SAMBARAMA!!
In Spring 2015 Mad Alice Theatre Company in partnership with Leisureworks and Jack Drum Arts presented SAMBARAMA!!!
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An exciting, fun, energizing and creative project for children ages 6 -12 yrs at Blackhill Comrades Club.
Evening sessions were held throughout term as well as sessions during the Easter holidays.
40 children, who joined the project having had taster sessions in their schools, worked with professional actors, musicians and artists, learned Samba drumming and drama and made their own carnival mask, created their own play and performed to friends and families.Some children also achieved their ‘Arts Award Awards,
Children tried new things, discovered new talents, felt good, laughed, boosted their confidence and surprised themselves.
The Project was funded by Derwent Valley Area Action Partnership for children living in the Derwent valley AAP area.
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PARENT
My daughter loved every minute of this project! There definitely should be more of it! She made friends and it has improved her confidence loads! Thank you very much and well done!
AUDIENCE MEMBER
An awesome project! Such a great opportunity for my son to have new experiences and discover new talents! Shelley and all the team have made us feel extremely welcome!
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AUDIENCE MEMBER
An amazing performance by the children! My daughter has been full of enthusiasm after every session! Felt proud of her and all the children working together! Everyone involved has done a great job!
AUDIENCE MEMBER
I liked it all! It made me feel really happy, I liked meeting new friends, learning an instrument and speaking a new language! I had great fun!
AUDIENCE MEMBER
I felt energised and tickled pink! The drama and drumming were cool and excellent! Gobsmackingly good!
AUDIENCE MEMBER
I liked playing the drama games, drumming and everything! I felt excited!
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