For Drama Practitioners
Speech Bubbles works with children’s instincts to play, to tell stories and to have fun!
Children with communication needs can struggle in the classroom and in the playground. Imagine for a moment what it would be like if you didn’t quite understand what was being asked of you or if you struggled to make yourself understood.
The great news is that your skills as a drama practitioner when linked up with Speech Bubbles can make a real difference to children’s confidence, communication, and social connections.
“Through my involvement with the programme I have been witness to complex and nuanced interactions between participants which lay down the foundations for genuine artistry and creativity to flourish. Children who may not have comprehensive access to a variety of cultural forms are within ‘Speech Bubbles’, immersed in a sensory world of movement, sound, interactivity and emotional attunement, so neccessary to the development of creativity and imagination. ”
Why Speech Bubbles?
Speech Bubbles is a joyful creative intervention that uses drama activities, story-telling and imaginative play to support children to develop communication, confidence and wellbeing.
More than 80% of participating children show improvements in learning, speaking and listening
Source: Annual Teacher Report
Participants show statistically significant improvements in social interaction
Source: University of East London
Highly effective in supporting children suffering poor social, emotional and educational wellbeing
How it works
Speech Bubbles is delivered in schools by a team of dedicated freelance drama practitioners working for a local theatre partner. Every new practitioner receives specific training around the Speech Bubbles approach and children’s communication development.
The benefits to you:
Communication training that can be applied beyond Speech Bubbles
A stream of regular - and rewarding - work
Supervision and support throughout our partnership
Development of an ongoing relationship with a named school
Watch our video to see Speech Bubbles in action to get a taster of what the experience can be.
Click to watch: Speech Bubbles in action
Interested in working with us to deliver Speech Bubbles?
