Transcript Lights of London - Visions in Education

Lights Of London
Tour:
Lights of London (7-days / 6-nights)
Destination:
London, United Kingdom
Specialization: Performing Arts – Dance, Drama & Musical Theatre
Availability:
Year-round
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Day 1:
Groups participating in Visions ‘Lights of London’ 4-day tour will generally arrive in the
afternoon. Upon arrival we’ll check-in to our hotel and then have our Visions Welcome
& Safety Meeting. Later we’ll have a great dinner and then prepare for fabulous fun!
Get ready to experience London.
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Day 2:
Performing Arts Master Class 1 & 2 - Today we’ll participate in Master Classes that tie into the theatre
performances we’ll be seeing. Master Classes offer a wide variety of options to make your trip to the
theatre an enhanced learning experience. From aspiring young actors to those students visiting the theatre
for the various first time, the workshops are designed to suit the needs of a variety of ages and skills.
Master Classes are designed to:
• Explore the central subjects, themes and characters in the show of your choice
• Build confidence, develop strong communication skills and encourage individual thought and teamwork
• Teach professional performance skills such as acting, singing and dance
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Day 2 (Continued):
Warner Brothers Studio Tour – People the world-over have been enchanted by the Harry Potter films for nearly
a decade. The wonderful special effects and amazing creatures have made this iconic series beloved to both
young and old – and now, for the first time, the doors are open for everyone at the studio where it first began.
You'll have the chance to go behind-the-scenes and see many things the camera never showed. From
breathtakingly detailed sets to stunning costumes, props and animatronics, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
provides a unique showcase of the extraordinary British artistry, technology and talent that went into making
the most successful film series of all time. Secrets will be revealed.
The London Eye – Bring London to life with an experience on the London Eye. Astonish, amaze
and excite pupils with an incredible perspective of London that is at once a history lesson,
geography lesson, cultural lesson and a lesson in engineering and design.
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Day 3:
The Original Sightseeing Tour - The Original Tour is the essential introduction to London. We invite you to
experience the magical sights and sounds of London in comfort and safety aboard this hop-on / hop-off
bus tour. From historic sites and attractions, to some of the most famous views in the world, this tour will
take you where you want to go.
Thames River Cruise – In conjunction with your hop-on/hop-off sightseeing tour, your ticket will also
include a Thames River Cruise! See London from a fresh perspective, and sail along the River Thames!
Cruises depart from Westminster Pier (Big Ben) and the Tower (of London) Pier.
West End Theatre – The show we’ll see this evening will be in combination with the second workshop we
attended on the previous day. Vision groups may choose from a variety of shows and workshops. Let us
know your preferences!
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Day 4:
Audition Techniques Master Class – Based on skills taught by the GSA Conservatoire, this workshop takes
your students through all the steps of a successful audition. This is an ideal opportunity for students
preparing to audition for drama schools, shows and more. During this 2-hour workshop they will experience
the basics of physical presentation through the specifics of a master class setting. They will also learn about
what awaits them in the real world of theatre. Please note that this is a non-show-specific workshop and at
least 3 to 4 students should be prepared to perform either a monologue or song for the workshop.
Backstage Tour at The National Theatre - Explore the backstage life of the National Theatre. The National
Theatre is a working building, producing around 20 new productions every year. Rehearsals, prop and
costume-making all happen onsite. No two tours are ever the same! Knowledgeable and entertaining guides
will lead you through the backstage areas of the three theatres, following in the footsteps of the greatest
actors and directors of the last 35 years, and revealing the secrets that bring the theatre’s work to stage.
Jack the Ripper Walking Tour – As twilight unfolds across the sinister thoroughfares of London’s East End
and as the shadows lengthen across its cobblestone courtyards and tucked away passageways, this original
Jack The Ripper tour sets off into the dark alleyways and darker recessed of Whitechapel to follow the
ripper’s blood- stained trail of terror. Step-by-bloodcurdling-step you will find yourself spirited back in time
to the dark autumn nights of 1888 when Jack the Ripper prowled the very streets and people walked in fear.
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Day 5:
‘The Art of Business in Theatre’ Master Class –This Master Class explores the ins and outs of marketing and
producing theatre as well as the opportunity to understand the connection between the business skills students
learn in coursework and how these skills are applied to ‘show business.’ The workshop also touches upon how
drama techniques can be used by anyone to become more dynamic speakers and creative thinkers. By the end of
the 90-minute session, students should have a good understanding of the business mechanics involved in theatre as
well as useful techniques for speaking in front of a group.
Performing Arts Master Class 4 - Today we’ll include a Master Class that ties into the theatre performance we’ll see
the following evening. Master Classes offer a wide variety of options to make your trip to the theatre an enhanced
learning experience. Groups will choose from a variety of classes and shows; please refer to the previous section
shown on Day 2 for further information.
The Tower of London – Despite the Tower of London's grim reputation as a place of torture and death, within
these walls you will also discover the history of a royal palace, an armoury and a powerful fortress.
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Day 6:
Warwick Castle - Experience one thousand years of jawdropping history at Warwick Castle - great battles,
ancient myths, spellbinding tales, pampered princesses,
heroic knights... Warwick Castle is Britain's Ultimate
Castle! A medieval castle developed from an original
built by William the Conqueror in 1068, Warwick is
where you can immerse yourself in jaw-dropping history.
West End Theatre –The show will be in combination
with the workshop we attended on Day 5. Vision groups
may choose from a variety of shows and workshops. Let
us know your preferences!
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What’s Included:
What’s Not Included:
Return flights OR motorcoach
6-nights’ accommodation
Breakfasts & dinners daily
Airport transfers and transportation to activities listed on itinerary
2 Theatre Master Classes – Show-Specific
Audition Techniques Master Class
The Art of Business Master Class
The National Theatre Backstage Tour
2 London West End Theatrical Performances
Admission to Warner Bros Studio Tour – Harry Potter
Admission to The London Eye
Admission to The Original Sightseeing Tour
Admission to Thames River Cruise
Admission to Jack the Ripper Walking Tour
Admission to The Tower of London
Day excursion with admission to Warwick Castle
Visions Tour Ambassador
24-hour emergency cover
Fully comprehensive insurance (mandatory)
Transfers to/from home airport
Transportation for activities not shown in the itinerary
Lunches in resort
Cost of visas, full or collective passports
Cost of inoculations or medication required for travel
Sightseeing / Entertainment Options not shown in Itinerary
Hotel incidental deposits & bills – meals, mini-bar items,
recreation charges, purchases billed to room, etc
Any gratuities – coach drivers, maid service, bellman
service, area guides, tour ambassador
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As always, our staff are always available to you to answer any questions
you may have regarding programming. If we may serve you in any way,
please do not hesitate to contact us.
United Kingdom: [email protected] / 01444 226348
The Americas: [email protected] / 802.239.3010