Testimonials
"Engross absolutely deliver every time!" - Senior teacher, Pilrig Park School
"The acting was of a very high standard" - Teacher, Pilrig Park School
The kids were definitely more engaged with the (Archaeology Scotland work-shop) activities after watching your play! It was interesting for me to see the difference made by repeating the same concepts! I had a great time too - such lovely pupils - I thought the performance was brilliant! I can't believe how much atmosphere you created in such a small space! - Ruth Bordoli, Outreach Officer, Archaeology Scotland
"Spot-on!" - Senior teacher, Pilrig Park School
"The pupils were taken by the costumes" - Teacher, Pilrig Park School
"This is a very worthwhile and valuable asset we have in Engross Theatre. I admire the dedication that Yvonne & Bobby display...it is great that they have recognised that Special Needs schools gain so much from such a performance...High standard of writing and acting...Clever use of techniques to involve everyone...It was good for them to see History can be fun - a great way to assimilate knowledge...They enjoyed the interaction and participation aspects" - Senior teacher, Pilrig Park School
"Engross Theatre know our pupils so well now - what works and how to involve them to the full! It was amazing! It was also amazing that Engross were able to bring Archaeology Scotland for a wonderful session after the play - wonderful service from both groups!" - Senior teacher, Pilrig Park School
"It's great for our students to experience, manageable, age appropriate theatre that isn't too long. Having plays in school is easier for us, as pupils can withdraw if they aren't coping (often difficult in theatre situations)" - St. Crispin's School
"students enjoyed joining in with the action..."- St. Crispin's School
"It was great to have the follow-up work-shop from Archaeology Scotland straight after the play. This really helped........and reinforced their learning"- St. Crispin's School
"Thank you - we really enjoyed the play! Hope you will want to visit us again!"- St. Crispin's School
"Pupils were completely captivated by the performance and were able to learn without feeling they were in a class situation. They thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience...the acting was excellent and fully engrossed the pupils...this ties in well with their Scottish History lessons" - Acting Depute Head, Pilrig Park School
"The performance was ‘pitch’ perfect, and the pupils were fascinated by both the story and the characters. Although the pupils were fairly new to the topic, they were able to understand AND learn from the production." - Teacher, Woodlands School.
"Engross Theatre Group are fabulous with the pupils - a lovely buzz and atmosphere round the entire production and visit" - Pilrig Park School
"They loved the audience interaction and the comedy. They also enjoyed the Q & A session, and found the 'Artefact' box very interesting." - Pilrig Park School
"The pupils really enjoyed the play, and it was a fun way for them to learn history" - Pilrig Park School
"Pupils responded well to interactive tasks and summative questions" - Pilrig Park School
"Engross obviously researched the ability of our pupils level of understanding...therefore it was pitched at the correct level" - Teacher, Pilrig Park School
"I was pleasantly surprised how well the pupils answered questions so they certainly got a lot out of the production.....Staff enjoyed it too!" - Acting Principal Teacher, Pilrig Park
"tremendous performance..." - teacher, Pilrig Park School
"it held the attention of all age and ability groups..." - Teacher, Pilrig Park School
"Excellent level of production..." - Principal teacher, Saltersgate School
"Engross are excellent...they hit just the right level for our pupils...they loved the opportunities to participate..." - Principal Teacher, Saltersgate School
"great production. Kids loved it!" - Teacher, Pilrig Park School
"really enjoyed it and the kids certainly did. Makes history lessons so much fun!" - Saltersgate School
"Made lots of links to pupil learning in an entertaining style...We enjoyed today's visit...A valuable experience" - teachers, Hawthornden School
"Fantastic performance" - Rowanfield Special School
"The best play I have seen in my 22 years at this school!"- Saltersgate School
"The whole show had them captivated!" - Pilmeny Youth Club
"It is a great medium for learning and so much fun!" - Pilrig Park School
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