England At War
Ever since Shakespeare wrote Henry V people have claimed the central character as the model English leader and hero.

Once Upon A Time
Fairy tales are a part of our cultural history and are valuable in helping us understand the world we live in and human nature.

Tales of the Past and Continuity
Classic tales bring us back to a time when humans lived close to nature and storytelling was a community activity involving both adults and children.

Lessons for All
Folk and fairy tales often teach about societal norms and values, and can be interpreted on many levels.

Literary Tale
Tales are closely related to other forms of expression such as songs, ballads and riddles, and are constantly being reinterpreted.

Beyond The Book
The challenges of creating a theatre production from the His Dark Materials trilogy are discussed.

Sources And Influences
Philip Pullman was influenced by Greek mythology, the Bible, classical literature and even a Finnish telephone directory when writing His Dark Materials.

Faith Truth And Blasphemy
Philip Pullman tackles religion and spirituality in His Dark Materials.

Transgression
The young girls in The Crucible have transgressed the code of conduct of the Salem community by dancing in the woods at night.

Community
The benefits of being part of a community as well as the problems that can ensue are discussed.

Fundamentalism
Being part of a society often involves finding a balance between following rules and maintaining individual freedom.

Corruption
Corrupt individuals are behind both the farce and the tragedy in this play.

Adoption
An insight into the often dark and dangerous world of mid-eighteenth-century London and especially the vulnerability of children.