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The Emperor’s New Clothes

The Emperor’s New Clothes by Hans Christian Andersen. A fabulous, glamorous performance for the whole school!

The Emperor’s New Clothes will captivate and excite your pupils – and you won’t need to leave your school hall. We bring set, lights, music and, of course, audience participation and give your pupils an hour they won’t forget!

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At Altru we’re passionate about encouraging children to read both modern and classic literature. We believe that avid readers make great writers, creators and thinkers – and that there’s a story out there for everyone.

Frequently asked questions:

Is the play suitable for everyone in school?

Yes – we say everyone from reception to Year 6. They will all enjoy it and have a great time. We think nursery are a little too young as the play is a full hour, but we’re happy to discuss this with you.

How long does the play last?

60 minutes in total.

How long do you need to set up?

The team need around 45 minutes in the hall to set up. In the afternoon, we are happy to do this at one end of the hall, while lunchtime is still being cleaned up.

Do school need to provide anything?

All we need is the hall and an audience. We bring everything else – set, lights, actors, sound equipment – we are completely self contained.

Are staff DBS checked?

Absolutely. All Altru staff have enhanced disclosures which can be sent to you prior to the show and the team will have them with them on the day.

Are the team professional actors?

They are indeed! We only work with professional actors who are used to touring schools and engaging children in theatre.

Do you have insurance?

We do. We have 5 million Public Liability Insurance. A copy of our insurance certificate is always with the acting team for you to view in school.

Can we make a provisional booking?

We can hold a date for you for 24 hours, so that you have time to check the date with everyone in school.

We are a big school – can we have 2 or 3 performances in one day?

Yes you can! Give us a call to discuss the options.

Interested in booking a performance of The Emperor’s New Clothes

If you would like to book "The Emperor's New Clothes" for your school please contact Dan Costello, our General Manager.

Dan Costello | [email protected] | 0151 443 0333

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Fabulous! Children were engaged and thoroughly enjoyed the performance. It had a clear moral and the actors were amazing. 10 +++

Rebecca Grundy,

Moorgate Primary, Bolton

Lots of fun. Very talented. I liked the way the story switches from actors narrating to performing roles. Great props and scenery changes. The children gave it 10 000 000 out of 10!

Gill Dobb

Greenside Primary School, Tameside

Amazing! I have worked here for 8 years and this has been the best show we’ve had so far

Mr Denton

Heald Place Primary School, Manchester