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B U I L D I N G  C O N F I D E N C E

We are a performance based theatre company for students aged 7 – 13 years (year groups 3 – 8).  All our classes run in term time only, Tuesday to Friday (4.30pm-6.30pm) from our lovely intimate theatre in Backwell, Mariner’s Drive, BS48 3HT.

Please see below for details of what we offer:

 

W H A T  W E  D O 

Our main focus is on building confidence in every student.  We do this through introducing: 

  • basic stage craft
  • text interpretation and presentation
  • theatre terminology and documentation
  • teamwork building
  • leadership skills
  • movement and choreography
  • singing and rhythms
  • storytelling skills and transitions
  • Performance experience

Our philosophy is fundamentally based on the Reggio Emilia approach to learning and developing where focus is on the individual student and supporting their personal journey.

G E T  I N  C O N T A C T  F O R  A  F R E E  T R I A L 

2021 Moving over to Instagram only

https://www.instagram.com/alicatchildrenandtheatre

Please make a note…

AliCaT Children and Theatre is moving over to Instagram only. Please follow for regular updates on AliCaT services for September 2021.

I’m very excited about this new chapter in our lives.  A rewarding one that will focus on helping children develop their confidence and finding their voice!

Anyone interested in getting involved in the AliCaT process, please contact me direct on…ali@alicat.me

Ali xx

 

 

2021 Our first socially distanced performance!

Thank you to all the children who participated in last weeks performances and all the parents and grandparents who supported the children’s theatre experience. Together we produced a show in 11 weeks which would normally take a whole academic year and with all the covid restrictions! It was a challenge but we did it! And I am so proud of everyone…I have an amazing job! Love to all Ali xx

2020 A Lesson in Resilience!

The AliCaT story…Move to March 2020…

We were told by the Government to stop trading on the 23 March 2020!

We stopped trading before the end of the week…it was a surreal week. Susie and I provided classes for the few who attended and to be honest it was a great week, full of laughter, fun and a great opportunity to build relationships!

Move to April 2020…

After a period of panic I worked out how to provide an online term of ‘zoom’ classes.  This was scary and unfamiliar to me but the children seemed to enjoy them and I began to see the potential! 

Move to June 2020…

It became apparent that I would be unable to sustain these classes due to the severity of my father’s illness…I was needed elsewhere!  

Move to September 2020…

My Father passed away and because of the Governments decision to phase out the Furlough Scheme I was forced into redundancy and therefore unable to secure a position for my friend and colleague in the future of AliCaT Children and Theatre…end of a 10 year working relationship! 

Move to October 2020…

After making a decision to ease teaching back to one age group only and interest in places secured, it became apparent AliCaT Children and Theatre would yet again have to join the nation in supporting the lockdown to beat this virus!

Move to November 2020…

Ever hopeful that AliCaT Junior classes could resume, preparations of the theatre were in full swing and Backwell Playhouse Committee were supporting the opening of the Venue.

Move to December 2020…

The Government announces a tier system and places North Somerset into tier 3 (high alert).  AliCaT Children and Theatre make the decision to put the safety of the community, children and parents foremost and postpone restarting until the new year…

Move to January 2021…

EVERYONE PLAYS BY THE RULES TO SUPPORT THE COUNTRY…WE BEAT THE VIRUS OR AT LEAST NAIL A VACCINATION!…WE GET BACK TO THE THEATRE!…WE PUT ON A FABULOUS SHOW! 

Thank you everyone for your amazing support and patience throughout this crazy chapter of our lives.

I WISH YOU ALL A HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND A SAFE, POSITIVE AND HEALTHY 2021!  

Wow! What a year!

Ali x

 

 

2020 AliCaT Online!

So, this last week has indeed taken me completely out of my comfort zone, AliCaT online!? Help!! Why don’t we try it out Junior’s? Look out for your email invitation this week…baby steps Ali x

P.S Don’t forget to download the app onto your computer, phone or iPad and let’s try it out!

2020 What’s been going on at AliCaT

Hi AliCaT’s!

planning for AliCaT storiesI miss you all very much. Just to keep you posted, I have been working at the theatre this week trying to keep it up together in readiness for your return and finalising Production preparations for ‘Eddie the Penguin Saves the World’. I have also been filming some online stories for Preschool and Foundation…I’ll send those out to you when they are ready!

I will do my best to touch base with all age groups and keep you posted about what’s happening to AliCaT during the coming weeks…in the meantime if any of the children want to email me directly on ali@alicat.me I look forward to receiving their message…Ali xx

2020 ALICAT UPDATE – PLEASE READ

Dear All – In light of the ongoing announcements and advice from the Government and the continuing public health crisis, I have to announce the suspension of all AliCaT classes until further notice to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and protect the community in which we live and work. 

During this time I am looking forward to developing my teaching ideas for you on-line to help keep the children in touch with AliCaT, and I will continue to update any news on the AliCaT website and social channels:

WEBSITE: https://alicat.me

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/AliCaTChildrenandTheatre/

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/AliCaT_drama

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alicatchildrenandtheatre/

I am enormously grateful for the understanding and support you have given and I look forward to welcoming you back through the doors very soon.

Keep safe and well

Very best wishes

Ali and the team xx

 

 

2020 Update on Coronavirus

 

Dear All

Based on government advice and media reports I would make the following recommendations and hope you all agree:

For Foundation and Preschool classes:  

I would like to suggest that I temporarily stop these classes for the protection of the children and primarily all the adults. What I’m looking to do is encourage adults not to congregate in the foyer and I see this as a positive measure. 

For Junior and Senior classes: 

I would like to continue as usual but I would strongly suggest the children are dropped off at the door and met by myself or my staff and likewise collected at the door to prevent crowd gatherings.

Eddie the Penguin Production:

Currently ‘Eddie the Penguin’ set design is going ahead, production is being completed and I’m hoping to reschedule the show with a possible slot in April/May.  This I hope to confirm by the end of this week.

The decisions I have made for a sound contingency is based on current Government advice. Again, I hope you all agree.

Many thanks for your support in this time of uncertainty…

Keep safe

Ali

2020 CORONAVIRUS

**CORONAVIRUS** – KEEPING UP TO DATE TO PROTECT ALL…

As concern increases over the spread of Coronavirus, I have had a number of enquiries into the measures we are taking for Backwell Playhouse.  I want to reassure you that we are taking this very seriously and are keeping Backwell Playhouse as clean and safe as possible.
There is plenty of hand wash for use in the toilets and public sinks (please make use of before your children enter class) and boxes of tissues to be disposed of in the bins provided. Relevant posters are around the theatre to support and guide on best practice. In addition there is a video on the Playhouse foyer monitor with advice and guidance.
At the moment my understanding is that there is no clear rationale for ‘closing events’ and unless a specific scenario develops, the government encourages business as usual.
I have posted a link on the home page of my website that gives up to date data regarding Coronavirus in your area.  Please click the link to access this information. https://alicat.me  I have also attached information regarding advice on preventative measures and who to contact should you have concerns.
If you feel unwell please stay at home and rest.  Perhaps we may even get rid of the attitude of ‘it’s just a cold’ and allow ourselves to rest up and get properly well.  The body is intelligent, it will tell us when we need to stop.  We just have to listen.
Please be assured I will continue to monitor the situation to make sure we are taking the necessary precautions to protect you all and my staff alike.
Thank you for taking the time to read this message, please take care of yourselves.
Very best wishes
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2020 Happy New Year

Happy New Year to all our lovely families at AliCaT.

Here’s to a great 7 months of performances in March, June and July 2020!

Our job now is to support every child to develop self confidence, amazing teamwork and an appreciation of the process of theatre.

Thank you all for your support…Ali x