"Just brilliant. Children and staff loved it!"
"Absolutely perfect in every way. It hits all the right notes!"
"An absolutely fantastic experience, one we will definitely be booking again."
Much, much more than just a show!
Schooltime Showtime is a fully flexible creative package suitable for all ages, abilities and class sizes, including:
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Award-winning streamable show
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Complete resource package
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Arts Award teaching guidance notes
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Optional 'Meet an Artist' opportunity
The Show
A cracking orchestral show suitable for all ages! Join everyone’s favourite dynamic duo for a screening of The Wrong Trousers with live orchestra.
Watch as Wallace prepares to perform his Musical Marvel, Concerto in Ee Lad with help from his faithful canine companion, Gromit... what could possibly go wrong?! Features a special introduction with classic Aardman film clips – including Shaun the Sheep – accompanied by classical and popular music.
Resources
Classroom learning resources differentiated for ages 5-18. Including:
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Make your own conducting penguin with exclusive instructional videos from Aardman expert Jim Parkyn on model-making and animation, with access to free, easy-to-use software.
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Wallace & Gromit theme tune arranged for performances on any instruments and all abilities
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Relaxation and meditation activities
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Lots of arts and creative activities, including fascinating videos featuring Nick Park, creator of Wallace & Gromit
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Insights into film composing and conducting with professional musicians
Show and Tell with a Professional Artist
Meet the people who make it happen!
A 30-minute live, interactive online session with one of our show’s stars. Our musicians, conductors, composers and Aardman model makers are on-hand to make your experience truly unique and unmissable.
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Only £90 per session
Unbeatable value!
Schooltime Showtime includes unlimited streaming of the show and access to all the online resources for the whole school for the duration of the access period.
Any questions?
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Take a look at our FAQs for answers to our most asked questions.
If you want to ask anything, please email us and we'll reply as soon as we can!
"Loved the ideas to work around a musical or arts week. Also loved the quality of the music we were able to share."
"Excellent resources and communication."
"That was brilliant! An absolutely fantastic experience, one we will definitely be booking again."
Artsmark and Arts Award
We are proud to always place children and young people at the heart of everything we create. As Artsmark and Arts Award Supporters, our Schooltime Showtime packages provide the perfect platform for schools to develop and celebrate their commitment to the arts and cultural education, helping them to embed creativity and meet Ofsted’s requirement for schools to maintain a broad and ambitious curriculum.
Through our award-winning Schooltime Showtime programmes, we help schools bring learning to life through the arts, offering exciting and unique opportunities for young people to connect with our experts in the fields of music, film, animation, art and storytelling.
Our partnership ensures schools can access world-class performances, musicians, artists and resources, equipping pupils with the cultural capital they need to succeed in life and nurture their imagination and creativity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the show be streamed to multiple classes simultaneously?
Yes. You can stream the show using the link and password provided, and this will work at any time and on any number of machines.
How long can I access the show and resources?
You will get access for at least two months.
What happens a child is home unwell on the day we choose to view the show?
You can share access to the online resources with students by sending them the link to those pages. To grant access to the show, simply share the link and password with the students so that they can watch it at home.
What materials do I need to purchase for the Aardman model-making?
Each penguin requires 2 strips of black plasticine, a quarter strip each of yellow, white and orange, and a cocktail stick (or similar). Aardman recommend, and use, Newplast for their model-making, but other brands are also suitable.
Is the animation software free and easy to use?
Yes! Aardman has just released a brand new, free and easy-to-use animation app for your students to use when animating their penguin conductor: Aardman Animator
Can I book as many Show and Tell sessions as I want?
Absolutely, although we recommend that you let us know as soon as possible who you would like to deliver the sessions (musician, conductor, animator etc), and your preferable dates and times.
I have more questions, can I speak to someone?
No problem! Please email info@carrotproductions.com and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.