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NDCS Child Protection video information

This month 'Fingersmiths' completed their 'Frozen' tour at Peterborough's Key Theatre. If you feel you wish to understand more about Child Protection issues highlighted in the performance, have a look at these videos which NDCS  produced last year.

'Masterpiece' Sign Language Play Frozen Coming to Peterborough on March 10th & 11th

A play which is accessible for sign language users as well as those who can hear is on its way to Peterborough.

Frozen, by Byrony Lavery, has been described as a 'masterpeice' by reviewers and will be performed at Peterborough's Key Theatre on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th March.

Starring award-winning deaf talent including Jean St Clair and Sophie Stone, Frozen tells the story of three people affected by the disappearance of 10-year-old Rhona; Nancy, her mother, Ralph who abducted her and Agentha, a psychiatrist who is studying what causes men to commit such crimes. 

The three people’s stories intertwine over a period of 25 years as the play explores grief, emotional paralysis and forgiveness. It will be performed in BSL and spoken English which will be probably be a unique experience for the Peterborough audience. 

Frozen is on a UK tour after a hugely successful run at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre. Peterborough is the final date in the calendar and should be a fantastic finale for the production. A real treat for both deaf and hearing people in the city

Royal Academy trained actress Sophie Stone, who worked with a group of extras from Peterborough during the filming of the short film Retreat, is looking forward to coming and establishing lasting bonds. 

She said: "We're very excited to be working with Peterborough and the Key Theatre." 

"We are trying to forge relationships between local theatres and the surrounding deaf community which would otherwise probably not have many opportunities to see such integrated and accessible theatre." 

Following the performance on Monday 10th, there will be a post-show discussion exploring the making of Frozen and some of the issues that the play raises.

Sophie said: "We're also hoping to work with local schools to create awareness and protection tools via a workshop; and with the NSPCC's involvement be able to leave contact details for those in need. After the show, what we'll leave behind is support, relationships and a follow-up further down the line." 

The play is by Fingersmiths, a new and inclusive theatre company. Director Jeni Draper said: "It is a powerful drama with some raw emotions in it but there is humour and lightness too. It is tender and touching and will leave you with many things to talk about!"

"Ultimately it is a play about hope and how we as humans can endure the worst things that life can throw at us and to varying degrees move on with our lives."

"Fingersmiths is a new company and we’re also new to Peterborough so we are really pleased to be coming to the Key Theatre to meet you. In fact, we end our tour in Peterborough so do come and say hello and tell us what you think of our show and maybe give us some tips as to the best places to go in town!"

Tickets for the play are selling well. You can book yours here.

HI Circus performance and free workshop offer

This week we learnt that the following exciting circus performance Chez Moi Circus – is coming on Saturday 20th November to the Key theatre Embankment Road, Peterborough.

The Norwich playhouse are also hosting this performance and a free circus workshop opportunity.

To learn how about these opportunities check out the information below:

Deaf Circus


Free Circus Workshop

The Panto is back in town .. Oh no it isn't .. Oh yes it is!

It's Panto time again! This time it is the classic Mother Goose at Peterborough's excellent Key Theatre. PDDCS have discount tickets to a signed performance! They always sell out so be quick and get yours soon.

Signed Performance 2013

TQ Scoops Top Local Education Award

Teresa Quail receives the trophy and certificate

Prominent PDDCS Committee Member, PDDCS lead blogger and Lead Teacher of the Deaf for Secondary Provision, Teresa Quail has won the award for Best Support for Students for Special Needs at Peterborough Telegraph Education Awards.

This was for Teresa's teriffic work with Students from Jack Hunt School's Hearing Unit which has been nothing short of amazing.

Teresa said "This award is great but I have to pay tribute to my fantastic team who do so much too. I see this as an award for us all. Not to mention the fantastic children who make it all worthwhile"

The award ceremony was Peterborough's Key Theatre and the award was sponsored by Vivacity and the Key Theatre who were unfortunately unable to provide signed support or subtitles for the deaf adults and students who were there to see the awards ceremony. This despite having prior notice.

Teresa also plays a major role within PDDCS. Teresa has secured funding for the Deaf Role Models night, sponsorship for the John Smith Comedy night, enabled the use of Jack Hunt School for events, regularly volunteered and written hundreds of posts for the PDDCS blog which has recently seen it's 50,000th hit. Teresa also coordinated the City's contribution to the world record breaking 'Sign2Sing' effort this year.

From all at PDDCS, well done Teresa and thank you from everyone involved with deaf children in Peterborough. We're lucky you chose us.

Click here for the video of the event from PT (without subtitles) 

See below for more images of the night.

Teresa and other award nominees

Teresa with some of her team, students and parent after the awards

Teresa inspects the certificate outside with a friend

Teresa Quail with the trophy, Pamela Kilbey with her Best Headteacher nominee certificate





Panto reminder

Following on from the initial post in March - a reminder the Panto - signed performance- this year is Aladdin.

When: Saturday January 7th 2012
Where: Key theatre, Peterborough
Time: 4pm show starts

Cost: deaf children - £2.50

all other tickets are £8.00 (normal price £14.00)

Interested?

Contact Liz Monaf - 07956964666 no later than 10th December