Learning Through Theatre
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Commedia dell’Arte - Physical Theatre - Storytelling
We are an education theatre company, producing shows and delivering workshops worldwide for students, teachers and performers, both online and in person. We specialise in commedia dell’arte and physical theatre delivering workshops in masks, mime, comedy, devising, puppetry and storytelling. We offer a range of CPD resources and short courses for drama teachers, one-to-one speech and language lessons and bespoke corporate training in voice, communication and presentation skills. Our child company, Punch’s Progress, is our commedia dell’arte performance troupe.
Educational Workshops
'Accidental Death of an Anarchist' -
Commedia dell'Arte -
'The Servant of Two Masters' -
Berkoff -
Expressionism -
'Accidental Death of an Anarchist' - Commedia dell'Arte - 'The Servant of Two Masters' - Berkoff - Expressionism -
We are experts in commedia dell’arte, comedy, expressionism and physical theatre, adapting workshops to meet your needs. Whether it is a one hour workshop or a Play In A Day, we offer a range of options. We can deliver at your venue or online. We deliver to schools, colleges, universities and drama schools worldwide.
“An AMAZING afternoon workshop ... I can 100% recommend booking a group Zoom session with your students.”
— N. Berry, Bristol Cathedral Choir School
Drama INSET
We run drama-based INSET courses, online and on site, for schools and colleges worldwide. We host online courses that bring together teachers from across the globe and can tailor to design courses to meet your needs whether for primary, secondary or higher level teachers. Our aim is to aid delivery of the curriculum through boosting teacher confidence, strengthening vocal and non-verbal communication and equipping teachers with specialist drama skills.
“Super! Amazing value for money! ... Superbly led by Cheryl who is an expert and really clearly communicates and shares both her knowledge and passion..”
— D. Oliver, Queen Elizabeth's School
Punch's Progress
Punch’s Progress is the performance company of Learning Through Theatre. This collective venture consists of four core team members who have worked together on four shows to date. Shows are devised with an education audience in mind, touring to schools and arts venues as a performance-workshop package.
Our mission is to share commedia dell’arte with as many people as possible, engaging new and diverse audiences with our accessible and entertaining shows that will spread knowledge, appreciation and laughter!
“A charming and slick show… The skill of the two lead actors, switching between roles, bewitches and beguiles.”
— Dr. Olly Crick, director, author, performer commenting on The Breath of Love
Corporate Away Days
Alternative corporate away days: create A Play in a Day or A Film in a Day: A script written just for you, rehearsed, performed and recorded in one day of intensive character building, confidence boosting and team bonding.
Will it be Murder Most Horrid, Carry On Up The Severn or A Comedy of Ridiculous Errors …
“It was a brilliant team building day and loads of fun.”
— S. Jenson, Alletsons Solicitors Ltd
What People Are Saying
“Cheryl delivered an outstanding class … generating enthusiasm and engagement amongst a diverse group of students … who came away enriched and enthused by her robust and full-blooded approach.”
“Absolutely outstanding ... brought a whole genre to life”
“It has been a privilege to work with such a dynamic and engaging practitioner. Cheryl’s skill and passion shone through in every aspect of the workshop – she was captivating.”
“The workshop was amazing! Cheryl has so much energy. I went from knowing nothing to knowing loads in just a few hours”