To create meaningful and lasting change in the world, we must start by educating the younger generation to become well-rounded individuals. Performing arts education offers countless opportunities to do this by developing essential life skills such as confidence, communication, and teamwork. Therefore, it’s crucial that our teachers have access to the latest tools and initiatives to support and nurture these young minds, ensuring they are equipped to thrive both on stage and in life.
As a leading theatre school franchise, Razzamataz Theatre Schools is invested in the continuous development of our teaching staff, who are at the heart of our mission to provide the best possible experience to our students. With inclusivity at our core, we believe that every student, regardless of their background or learning style, deserves the opportunity to thrive.
This year, our Creative Development Day placed a special emphasis on inclusivity by incorporating important sessions on neurodiversity. These workshops equipped our teachers with the tools and understanding needed to create supportive environments for neurodiverse students, ensuring that everyone feels valued and can participate fully in all aspects of our classes.
Teachers were invited to attend the free workshop with leading trainers in the performing arts where they had the opportunity to refine their skills, explore innovative teaching methods, and stay up to date with the latest trends in performing arts education.
Leading the session on exploring drama innovation to offer insights and techniques to support and celebrate every unique mind was Jason Marc-Williams, the Head of Acting and Voice at Laine Theatre Arts. He explained how teachers can look at adjustments and simple techniques to help young people with ADHD, autism and dyslexia learn better in a classroom setting. “I feel honoured to be back teaching at the Creative Development Day this year and believe these workshops are so important,” says Jason. “I praise Razzamataz for bringing people together so they can gain knowledge and become more informed practitioners so we can then create more brilliant humans and artists for the future. I think it is inspiring and more organisations should do it!”.
