Theatre company writes French play for Slough school

Pupils from Eden Girls’ School, Slough were treated to a performance of a French play which was written and produced especially for them.

The Onatti Theatre Company, which specialises in performing accessible foreign language theatre in education, came into school to perform the play.

‘Mon père ne me comprend pas’ – which means ‘My father does not understand me’ – is about a girl called Hélène who does not get what she wants for her birthday so she wishes for better presents, a better family; in fact, better everything! When her wishes start to come true she regrets being so greedy and misses normality.

Francoise Cusimano, the school’s Deputy Director of Learning who arranged the performance, said:

“It was a wonderful opportunity for the pupils to see a play which has been written and produced specifically for them. It will help them in their speaking and listening skills, a key part of their GCSE French studies. The plot reflected many similarities to the pupils’ own lives, but in a humorous and exaggerated manner, making them relatable and increasing their enjoyment by empathising with the characters and storylines.”

All actors are trained to perform with clear, slow delivery and good use of mime to ensure the pupils can follow the play. Pupils were engrossed, enthused and amazed by how much

they could understand. Everyone had a wonderful time. The Onatti Theatre company produces plays in French, Spanish, German and English. Native actors perform in schools in the UK, Ireland and France, giving pupils an accessible way to experience native language in a fun, relaxing way.

Added By: Star Academies | Date Added: 10th Jan 2022 | Posted In: Latest News