Globe Theatre Trip - 11th March 2009

On Wednesday 11th March St Hughs alongside other schools from the federation visited the Globe theatre in London to see a performance of Romeo and Juliet. In all 43 year 10 students took part in the trip as a reward for their good behaviour and completion of GCSE coursework.

The Globe theatre, which opened in 1997, stands on London’s South bank and is a replica of the original theatre which first hosted many of Shakespeare’s plays in the 16th century.

The coach left the school at 9am and after a short break arrived in London giving the students to have some lunch and walk alongside the Thames.

At two o’clock we were admitted to the theatre where the students were surprised to learn that not only was the performance outdoors but that they would have to stand! This was soon forgotten however with the atmosphere and setting evoking memories of Shakespeare’s time.

The performance itself was outstanding with as much action taking place within the crowd as it did on the stage and with audience participation welcomed the students were fully involved brushing shoulders with Eastenders star James Alexandrou who played Romeo.

The quality of the production and the excellent behaviour of the St Hughs students ensured that this was a memorable day out as well as adding to the students understanding of Shakespearian drama which will benefit them greatly with their GCSE English coursework.