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Schools

Working with schools

Cast is part of the Doncaster Cultural Education Partnership (DCEP). Together we support the creativity of children and young people across Doncaster.

We work with schools and other partners to ensure all young people can enjoy the best of arts and culture. Our goal is to make arts education more inclusive, welcoming, and open to everyone.

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A diverse group of young people paint stools that are part of a stage set during Cast's Work Experience Week.

Work Experience

Students interested in creative careers? Get them involved in Cast’s Work Experience Programme to see what it takes to bring theatre to life.
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School Visits

Inspire your students with a school trip to Cast. Enjoy discounted tickets, resources, and unforgettable theatre in a creative, supportive setting.
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Cast's Main Space auditorium with red seats viewed from backstage, dim lighting highlighting the warm, intimate atmosphere. A curtain partially frames the scene.

Theatre Tours

Ever wanted to know what goes on behind the scenes at a theatre? Did you know you can explore backstage at Cast as part of your visit?
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Children in red headbands and white shirts with red gloves perform a playful and energetic scene on stage, making silly faces and gestures. A lively and humorous atmosphere is conveyed. Photo is from the Youth Theatre 2023 production of Time casters.

Playhouse 2026

A unique participatory theatre project that commissions writers to create new work for school children aged 8-11 years.
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Recommended shows for schools

  1. Playhouse Festival

    • Family
    Playhouse is a partnership project between Theatre Royal Plymouth, York Theatre Royal, Theatre OLO, Landmark Theatres,…
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  2. Outwood Grange Academies Trust Performance the Year 2026

    • Family
    Outwood Grange Academies Trust presents Outwood Performance of the Year 2026: ICONS — Inspired by Icons. Igniting…
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  3. Alt text: "Poster for 'Shake It Up: The Improvised Shakespeare Show.' Features nine costumed actors with playful expressions. The poster has a parchment background, medieval font, and five-star ratings from various reviews, conveying excitement and humor."

    ShakeItUp: The Improvised Shakespeare Show

    • Comedy
    Using his language and your audience suggestions ShakeItUp create a brand-new Shakespeare play live on stage.
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  4. A festive illustration of a green steam train on a bridge, with a cheerful white dog wearing a red scarf on top. Snow falls against a dark blue sky. The text below reads "The Great Christmas Train Rescue" in bold, yellow and orange lettering.

    The Great Christmas Train Rescue

    • Accessible Shows
    This heart-warming adventure is packed with laughter, music, and Christmas magic.
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  5. Illustrated landscape with a bright moon, starry sky, hills, trees, and a path leading to a distant house. Silhouetted figures of two children holding hands.

    Opera North’s Hansel & Gretel: Re-Imagined

    • Family
    Come with us for an evening of theatre magic!Pupils from schools across Doncaster are joining forces to perform a…
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  6. Title "Dick Whittington and His Cat" on a red, sparkly background. Features a silhouette of a cat and scattered gold coins, creating a magical atmosphere.

    Dick Whittington and His Cat

    • Accessible Shows
    Doncaster's spectacular family pantomime adventure returns in 2026!
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