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Advanced Higher, Drama, Expressive Arts, Helath and Wellbeing, Higher, Relationships, S6, Secondary, Standard Grade, Uncategorized, Workshops

Running on the Cracks

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WED 6 – SAT 16 FEBRUARY, 7.45pm
£12 (£7)

WORLD PREMIERE
RUNNING ON THE CRACKS
By JULIA DONALDSON

ADAPTED AS A PLAY BY ANDY ARNOLD
DIRECTED BY KATIE POSNER

Run. Keep running. You’re doing the right thing. Lay low. Head down. Don’t look back. Just keep running, but whatever you do don’t tread on the cracks……

Leo’s world has been turned upside down. With her parents gone and a creepy uncle becoming too close for comfort she’s certainly sure of one thing…she must get out. Leo’s on the run. She knows what she’s running from. Problem is where is she running to?

Adapted from the novel of the same name by the internationally acclaimed children’s writer Julia Donaldson, Running on the Cracks is a fast-moving new play about runaways, identity, survival and how friendships can develop in the strangest situations.

To support the Tron Theatre’s production of Running on the Cracks, Tron Participation is offering a range of opportunities for schools, youth groups and individuals to take part in workshops, talks, performances and therapeutic drama

Workshop Offer
Bringing a group to see Running on the Cracks? Then why not book some FREE workshops.

Pre and post show workshops are on offer to groups. These will allow participants to explore the themes from the production in a practical way. Working with a drama specialist these workshops will allow groups to explore and discuss issues such as making choices, consequences, danger, protection and relationships. Post-show workshop will include a contribution from Aberlour, who we are working in partnership with on this project. They will discuss risk awareness and keeping safe if someone feels like running away.

How to book?
To book your free workshop call box office on 0141 552 4267 to book your groups show tickets.
Once you have completed this step you will be passed through to Participation who will schedule
your workshops.

Drama, Expressive Arts, Primary, Secondary, Uncategorized

Aganeza Scrooge

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AGANEZA SCROOGE

PREVIEWS: 30 NOV – 2 DEC £10
TUE 4 DEC – SAT 5 JAN
BSL SAT 8 DEC 2.30PM AD WED 12 DEC 7.30PM
£7 – £17
FAMILY TICKET £50 (£38 OFF-PEAK)

TRON THEATRE COMPANY presents
AGANEZA SCROOGE
Written and directed by Johnny McKnight

The pantosphere is decking the halls and rocking around their Christmas trees. Well, everywhere except one place: Dickensian Street, home of the frightful Aganeza Scrooge, the scariest skinflint in the pantosphere. A woman so tight with money she makes Fifers look generous. And Aganeza HATES Christmas! She hates those festive jumpers that her employee Bobby Scratchit keeps wearing; hates that Whiny Tim who walks around everywhere with a croquet stick; and don’t even get her started on those ghosts of panto past, present and future that have decided to keep her awake all through the night. A girl has got to get her sleep. Aganeza is on a quest to end Christmas! It’s sooooo…bah humbug.

This year’s Tron panto is an all-female spin on Charles Dickens’ classic tale ‘A Christmas Carol.’ A wildly funny, family show that will have you singing in the aisles, dancing in your seats and skipping home just like Tiny Tim.

FOR AGES 6YRS+

Also make sure to check out the Tron Theatres Glow area as we have a dedicated page for Aganeza Scrooge with fun and games and some money saving tips from Aganeza herself!!

Advanced Higher, Expressive Arts, Higher, Secondary, Skills for life, Standard Grade, Uncategorized

Tron Ambassadors Scheme

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The submissions deadline for the Tron Ambassadors scheme is tomorrow at 3pm. Be sure not to miss out. If you missed the information here it is again.

Tron Ambassadors scheme will give pupils the chance to be behind the scenes working alongside the Participation and Press/Marketing team at the Tron Theatre. It will enable pupils to make a deeper connection with the Tron Theatre and gain a better understanding of the industry.

Why:
Tron Participation would like to give pupils the opportunity to engage with the theatre industry from a different angle. We supply participatory classes in writing, performance and theatre making as well as set and costume design but what about behind the scenes? What about a department, such as Press and Marketing, who are vital in making sure a show has an audience?

What:
Ambassadors will attend ‘meet and greet’ session where they will meet the cast and creative team and then sit in on a ‘read through’. A read through is the first time the cast and creative team read through the play. Ambassadors will work at a press night, attend the reception after the show and be able to speak with industry professionals. Tron Participation will equip Ambassadors with the skills to be able to critique and review theatre through a theatre reviewing workshop. This will enable Ambassadors to review performances seen at the Tron. Ambassadors will blog about their experience and these blogs will be posted on the Tron Participation Glow group as well as the Tron Theatre website. Ambassadors will tell others about shows they have seen via social media platforms and become a steering group for future shows.

How:
The Ambassadors scheme will take six pupils from September 2012-April 2013. To be involved in the Ambassadors scheme you must be committed to attending all scheduled activities. Places are limited and so we ask only dedicated pupils to apply. Interested pupils should write about a piece of music, film or show you have recently seen. It should be no more than one side of A4 and can be written in any form you like.

When:
To be considered for an Ambassadors place you must submit your piece of writing by 3pm on Friday 7th Sept 2012 to deborah.mcarthur@tron.co.uk

Drama, Expressive Arts, Primary, Secondary, Standard Grade, Uncategorized, Workshops

What’s going on at the Tron?

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Skillshops-
After our summer break all skillshops classes resumed. The P1-P3 class became roving reporters investigating local news. The P4-P7 and S1-S2 classes eased there way back in with ice breakers and improvisations and the S3-S6 class started exploring ensemble working.

Our P4-P7, S1-S2 and S3-S6 classes will work on a term of skills before setting their sights on a performance project which will happen in April and June in our main auditorium.

Places are still available in our P1-P3, P4-P7 and S1-S2 classes should anyone want to join. For further information please contact Deborah on deborah.mcarthur@tron.co.uk or call box office on 0141 552 4267

Tron is going greener…
The Tron Theatre prides itself on our environmental policy and way we can we try to be greener. That is why we are urging teachers to join our Emailing list. This will not only make sure information is delivered straight to your inbox so you don’t miss out on any opportunities but you will also be doing your bit for the environment – doesn’t that make you feel good?
E-mail participation@tron.co.uk with ‘schools email list’ in the subject bar

The Incredible Adventures of See Thru Sam –
Don’t miss out on our Glow Meet on Wednesday 12th September 2pm. This Glow Meet gives audiences the opportunity to have a sneak peek into the rehearsal room of Random Accomplice as they work on See Thru Sam which opens at the Tron Theatre on Thursday 20th September.

Advanced Higher, Drama, Expressive Arts, Higher, Primary, S6, Secondary, Standard Grade, Uncategorized, Workshops

Autumn at the Tron

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The Tron Theatre and Tron Participation have an exciting programme of work coming up this Autumn. It all kicks off with ‘The Incredible Adventures of See Thru Sam’ by Random Accomplice Tuesday 25th – Sat 29th September. This show is suitable for 14yrs+ and resources linked to the show are available on the Tron Participation Glow area.

We then host Catherine Wheels ‘The Ballad of Pondlife McGurk’ Wednesday 24th-Saturday 27th October. This show is suitable for audiences 9yrs+

School groups are welcome and for every 10 tickets booked you receive 1 free ticket. To book your group to any of the above shows call our box office on 0141 552 4267.

Our Skillshops classes kick off in September and bookings for these classes is now open.

P1-P3 class Saturdays 11am-12noon
P4-P7 class Saturdays 12noon-2pm
S1-S2 class Saturdays 2.30pm-4.30pm
S3-S6 class Mondays 6.30pm-8.30pm

Our P4-P7, S1-S2 and S3-S6 groups will each be putting on a performance at the Tron Theatre in 2013. If you wish to find out more about our classes go to www.tron.co.uk

The Tron Participation Autumn newsletter is now available, you can find it on the Tron Participation Glow area notice board. We will also be mailing it out to schools. If you are not on our schools mailing list but wish to be please email deborah.mcarthur@tron.co.uk

Advanced Higher, Creative Writing, Drama, Expressive Arts, Higher, Relationships, S6, Secondary, Standard Grade, Uncategorized

The Incredible Adventures of See Thru Sam

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Random Accomplice have created a dedicated site for their Autumn show. You can find the link on the Tron Participation Glow group on our Visiting Companies page.

Tron Participation is really excited about this performance and urge everyone to get a ticket.
Tuesday 25th – Saturday 29th September
Resources linked to the show can also be found on our Glow page.

Advanced Higher, Drama, Expressive Arts, Helath and Wellbeing, Higher, S6, Secondary, Standard Grade, Uncategorized, Workshops

100days till ‘The Incredible Adventures of See Thru Sam’ opens at the Tron Theatre

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Random Accomplice open ‘The Incredible Adventures of See Thru Sam’ in exactly 100days and to kick off the count down Random Accomplice have released page one of their Superhero comic book. Find it on our Visiting Companies page within the Tron Participation Glow group.

Also we have an exciting opportunity for schools. The first two schools to book a group to come and see the production at the Tron Theatre will receive a free post show workshop in your school from Random Accomplice. To be in with a chance of this you must quote ‘Glow’ when booking…….Don’t delay get booking today!!!!

Advanced Higher, Creative Writing, Drama, Expressive Arts, Higher, S6, Secondary, Standard Grade, Uncategorized

Random Accomplice ‘See Thru Sam’

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Random Accomplice are bringing their new production of ‘See Thru Sam’ to the Tron Theatre this Autumn. Tron Participation have already started engaging with the company to bring you some exciting opportunities.

To wet your appetite we have an interview with the writer and director of the piece Johnny McKnight. This video can be found within our Visiting Companies Wiki on our Glow page.

We will have many exciting ways to engage with Random Accomplice and ‘See Thru Sam’. Keep checking our Glow page for further details – Don’t Miss Out!

Adult, Advanced Higher, Critical Thinking, Current Affairs, Drama, Expressive Arts, Higher, S6, Secondary, Skills for life, Uncategorized, Workshops

Get involved, Get debating!

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Ankur Debates
Changing House, Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Friday 18th May 2012, 7.30pm
£2.50

The format
Ankur Debates invites a range of speakers to address a specific question. Following the presentations the audience get their say, breaking into small, facilitated groups to examine the question, respond to the presenters and put across different points of view. Working together we will identify what steps we can take to start our own revolutions.

For further information go to our Visiting Companies page on Glow.

Sound like your thing? Call Tron Theatre box office on 0141 552 4267 or book a ticket via http://boapp.ibooking.com/times.asp?id_prov=3593&vn=84&pf=3357
Please note there is a 50p booking fee online, but no booking fee by phone.

Ankur are also looking for volunteers –
Ankur is looking for a team of volunteers to help facilitate a new debate series.
Volunteers will be interested in working with people, confident communicators
and

Throughout the year, Ankur Debates will invite a diverse range of speakers to
discuss a series of questions. The first debate is part of the Mayfesto programme
on Friday 18th May at Tron Theatre Glasgow. The question is What kind of
revolution does Glasgow want?

The format of the debates involves a series of presentations followed by the
audience breaking up into groups to discuss the issue. These small group
discussions are facilitated by volunteers.

Volunteers should be interested in working with people and confident
communicators. Training will be provided and Ankur will cover local travel expenses by public transport.

Availability
Volunteers need to be available on Friday 18th May:
Training – 5.00 – 6.30pm.
Event – 7.00pm – 9.30pm

What next?
If you are interested in volunteering please send a paragraph about yourself and
why you are interested to karen.shaw@ankurproductions.org.uk

Adult, Advanced Higher, Drama, Expressive Arts, Gender, Higher, Relationships, S6, Secondary, Standard Grade, Uncategorized

Lady M

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Theatre Jezebel return to the Tron Theatre this spring with an interesting adaptation.
In Lady M, Theatre Jezebel explores the relationship between Shakespeare’s iconic power couple. Lady Macbeth: cold, irreligious, manipulative and demonic or charming, attractive,ambitious and devoted to her husband? The three weird sisters: who are they and what part do they play in the demise of Lady M?

‘ ’Hie thee hither,
That I may pour my spirits in thine ear;
And chastise with the valour of my tongue
All that impedes thee from the golden round,
Which fate and metaphysical aid doth seem
To have thee crown’d withal.’
Lady M – a passionate, loving wife or avirago – a masculine soul inhabiting a female body?

MAIN AUDITORIUM
WED 25 – SAT 28 APRIL 7.45PM
MATINEE SAT 2.30PM
WED + THU / SAT MAT £12 (£7)
FRI + SAT £15 (£12)