We returned to Rugby at 9.45am on Thursday morning (30/10/14) after what was a truly unforgettable 9th international drama trip in the last 15 years.  

The trip was very successful. Most importantly the students grew as people as their new experiences with others, familiar and otherwise, challenged them to be open and like the artists we studied, see people and the world around us with new, generous and playful eyes! It was a privilege to behold. The students enjoyed developing their creative drama skills and they valued the practitioners who challenged them with infectious positivity and a real sense of fun. 

This is what the students thought:

‘I found this trip excellent and a confidence booster for me.’ Lotty
 
‘I loved this drama experience because it made me feel much more confident in myself and while doing drama.’ Imogen
 
‘ I got to hold the Champions league trophy. Thank you for the opportunity.’ Tom

‘Barcelona was truly a once in a lifetime experience! Our workshops and practitioners were so exciting and inspirational.’ Olivia
 
‘I loved going to the Nou Camp, it was one of the best experiences of my life.’ Ethan
 
‘All the teachers and practitioners are very supportive and were very encouraging throughout the trip.’ 
 
‘I really loved doing the flamenco dancing. Everybody got involved and said it was really fun and although our hands were red and sore from all the clapping we didn’t want it to end! The hour went too quickly for us!’ Ella 
 
‘I really loved the workshops as we focused on physical theatre.’ Hannah
 
‘I have learnt new skills that I will take home and use in my drama pieces.’ Sian
 
‘I enjoyed making new friends and getting even closer to people I was already friends with.’ Sammy
 
‘I really enjoyed being in our teams as it brought out our creative and determined side.’ Lotty
 
‘One of my highlights was watching one of the quietest people dance their hearts out when we did flamenco and the disco.’ Leonie
 
‘I loved seeing the true sides of people and making new friends.’ Camelia
 
‘I really had a great time in Spain and my group was amazing.’ Adam
 
‘Thank you for such an amazing trip, especially Super Simmsy!’ Ethan
 
‘The art galleries were amazing and I especially liked the Gaudi park the best.’ Imogen
 
‘I had a brilliant time and nearly all of that was down to the teachers and practitioners.’ Jack 
 
‘This trip has been an amazing opportunity to boost our drama skills set and our confidence. We have all learnt techniques that will stay with us and improve the quality of our drama. It has been one of the greatest experiences of my life and I will treasure the memories forever.’ Rowan

‘The best part of this trip was going to the Nou Camp as it had been my life’s dream to go there and see where my heroes play. It gave me the inspiration to be the best I can be in everything I do.’ Cheyanne
 
‘It is perfect.’ Ryan