Our International Film Festival brings young people from across the world together to share in the magic of Shakespeare. Get answers to the most commonly asked questions on the project, or ask your own here!

Q: What will I get from the Festival as a teacher?

  • Four CPD masterclass webinars supporting each stage of the film production process. These webinars, led by professional film and drama facilitators, guide you through producing your own 30-minute Shakespeare film.
  • A step-by-step guide taking you from script to screen and a handy toolkit for digital editing.

Q: What will my students get from the Festival?

  • After approximately six months of hard work and practice, your students’ film will premiere alongside schools from across the globe, turning the Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation’s website into an international Shakespearean cinema.
  • Our projects help young people build vital life skills, including confidence, resilience, teamwork, and essential digital skills.

Q: What other supporting resources will I receive from Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation?

  • Fully abridged scripts by acclaimed writers.
  • Award-winning lesson plans to bring Shakespeare to life in your classroom.
  • Ongoing teacher/school support by a dedicated programs coordinator.

Q: What kind of impact does the Festival have on my students?

At the end of each Festival, we ask Teacher-Directors to share how they and their young people have changed through the project.

Last year:

  • 97% of teachers reported having a stronger relationship with their students.
  • 97% of teachers felt their students were more ambitious.
  • 81% of teachers reported improved academic attainment among their students through the Festival.

Click here to check out our full Impact Report.

Q: What kind of impact does the Festival have on my teaching?

At the end of each Festival, we ask Teacher-Directors to tell us how they and their young people have changed through the project.

Last year:

  • 91% of teachers reported feeling more confident working with Shakespeare thanks to the Festival.
  • 82% of teachers reported an improvement in their teaching practice through the Festival.

Click here to check out our full Impact Report.