Ink Pellet

Ink Pellet is the only arts magazine for teachers. Published (since 1998) six times a year to coincide with the start of each new school term, Ink Pellet aims to keep English and Drama teachers updated on the latest news and views from the worlds of theatre, arts, dance and literature. Informative features assist in organising theatre and gallery trips, lesson planning, advice for school drama productions and for students looking to further their studies in the arts. Ink Pellet brings together interviews with the very best authors, directors, producers and artistes, showcases the most talked about exhibitions and includes a comprehensive What’s On section, plus theatre and book reviews, written by our growing band of teacher-reviewers.

EDITOR’S LETTER

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THE INBOX

Josette Bushell-Mingo • Josette Bushell-Mingo OBE, 59, is an actor and director. In 2021 she was appointed Principal and CEO of The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama where Susan Elkin talked to her.

Tanika Gupta • Susan Elkin managed to grab a chat with this prolific playwright ahead of the RSC’s staging of The Empress.

2023 Drama Teacher Conference • Susan Elkin dropped in to observe various workshop sessions at the recent NT Drama Teacher Conference, attended by 115 enthusiastic teachers.

Contrasting Styles • Two vastly different exhibitions took Graham Hooper’s eye and here he gives us an overview of both.

Youth Orchestras • As a lifelong musician herself, Susan Elkin extolls the benefits and opportunities offered by youth orchestras and music lessons.

Workshops, Courses, Auditions & Events • A selection of courses, CPD training, auditions and forthcoming productions. To be included in future issues, please email john@inkpellet.co.uk The deadline for the next issue is 18th April 2023.

THEATRE REVIEW

BOOK REVIEW

Nancy Meckler • Nancy Meckler, 82, is highly experienced director who has worked with National Theatre, RSC, Shakespeare’s Globe and Scottish Ballet as well as teaching at RADA and LAMDA. Her book Notes from the Rehearsal Room was published in January. Susan Elkin spoke to her.