The Phoenix Theatre - The Art of Language Learning

Thank you @fbg_buechen for your thoughtful review and for welcoming us once again! Our work is built on the conviction that theatre and language learning complement each other powerfully, and it is always rewarding to see that impact recognised. Your enthusiasm, energy, and openness made the day amazing. Cheers to ten years and we can’t wait to come back! ❤️🔥 Link in bio to read the full review! #PhoenixTheatre #EducationalTheatre #LanguageLearning #Gratitude #professionaltheatre

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The Dogs Bone 🦴🐶 We pride ourselves on our audience interaction, having some in every show we do! To read the full review head to Anno Gymnasium Siebergs Website! Send us your reviews by DM or drop us an email!

Season 2026-27 NEW TO THE REPETOIRE Grades 10-13 including EF-Q2 (Age 15-20+): “Pygmalion” by George Bernard Shaw and Kelly Griffiths© Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower girl in Covent Garden, meets Professor Henry Higgins, a phonetics expert. Higgins boasts he can transform her into a lady of high society simply by improving her speech. Eliza agrees to lessons, hoping better pronunciation will help her work in a flower shop. Under Higgins’ strict methods, she improves and is tested at Mrs Higgins’ gathering, where she partly succeeds. Later, at an ambassador’s ball, Eliza fully convinces high society of her refinement. However, Higgins takes all the credit and ignores Eliza’s hard work and sacrifices. Feeling unappreciated, Eliza confronts him and declares her wish for independence and possibly marriage to Freddie Eynsford Hill, She leaves Higgins and seeks advice from his mother, while her father unexpectedly inherits a fortune. When Higgins finds her again, she confidently asserts her self-worth and challenges his authority. The play ends ambiguously, leaving the audience to wonder what path Eliza ultimately chooses. In this memorable and engaging performance, filled with classic British humour, our talented, multi-faceted actors will take on every role in the show and deliver a highly entertaining production of one of George Bernard Shaw’s most celebrated plays. For booking info contact [email protected] #actorslife #englishtheatre #touringtheatre #theartoflanguagelearning #educationisfun englishtheatrephoenix

Season 2026-27 Advanced Classes 10-13 including EF-Q2 (Age 15-20+) “Macbeth ” by William Shakespeare and Kelly Griffiths © Something wicked this way comes…and it’s our brand new adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, Macbeth! Let us transport you and your supernatural senses to Dunsinane, Scotland where we meet Macbeth-Thane of Glamis and his buddy Banquo after they’ve won the battle against the Norwegians. But not all is as it seems on the battlefield; as they are soon met by three witches who fore-tell their fate. Macbeth will be king, but Banquo’s sons will proceed him. How is Macbeth to be king when King Duncan is still alive? Why are Banquo’s sons going to become king after him? Will he be betrayed by Banquo? Something must be done and that’s nothing his conniving wife can’t help him with. Duncan must die. And you are going to help. Following three years/seasons of successfully touring Shakespearean adaptations, Kelly Griffiths has written another highly entertaining, witty and educational play to engage your students in the Bard’s work. From our past experience, and feedback from students and teachers alike, our use of a mixture of modern and Shakespearean language will definitely help motivate students’ understanding and appreciation of Shakespeare. Performed by our highly skilled team of British actors, who facilitate the audience into getting involved in the show with choric speaking, creating soundscapes and even playing some of the Shakespearean characters; a truly magical theatre experience is guaranteed. Our highly interactive formula ensures that everyone speaks at least one line of the play and is actively engaged in the performance. So once again we invite you to join us in our new Shakespearean extravaganza and become part of this truly amazing production. Photos from Season 2019-20 Ashleigh Domblides and Harrison Cornell For booking info contact [email protected] #actorslife #englishtheatre #touringtheatre #theartoflanguagelearning #educationisfun englishtheatrephoenix

Season 2026-27 NEW TO THE REPETOIRE Grades 7 - 11 (Age 13 - 17): “Mirror Mirror” by Kristi-Anne Seth© This thought-provoking and often confrontational play explores the complex realities of mental health, including body dysmorphia, eating disorders, and compulsive behaviours. Sarah, the main protagonist, struggles with an unhealthy obsession with body image. Through her journey, we see the underlying causes of her difficulties—dermatillomania, compulsive exercise, low self-esteem, and social anxiety. As her fixation on appearance and “healthy” living intensifies, Sarah becomes increasingly isolated and jealous of her peers. Media influence, social pressure, and careless remarks from those around her—including her own father—deepen her sense of inadequacy and loss of control. Jamie, with whom Sarah is in a “situationship”, tries to support her, but finds himself powerless as her condition worsens. The story reaches a dramatic climax when Sarah collapses from exhaustion and malnutrition. With professional help and the support of family and friends, there is hope for recovery. An engaging and accessible play for intermediate English learners, designed to spark discussion and reflection. For booking info contact [email protected] #actorslife #englishtheatre #touringtheatre #theartoflanguagelearning #educationisfun englishtheatrephoenix

Season 2026-27 Grades 5 - 7 (Age 10-13): “The Banana Gang” by Kristi-Anne Seth is a gangster musical with a twist. Set in the 1920’s the play takes us on an adventurous trip into the world of criminals and detectives. Our hero is Dick Pacey and together we follow the trail of the evil gangster ‘The Boss’, who is known for stealing and terrorizing the whole town. When the town’s mobile telephones go missing many questions arise and Dick sets out on a mission to find the answers: Is ‘The Boss’ dealing in mobile phones? What is the meaning of the smoking banana? Who is Bob? Will Dick succeed in solving these mysteries? Watch carefully and find out. This exciting play directly involves the audience in the action to create a fun, motivating and educational experience. With a mixture of humour, clear language, comic timing and music, this highly visual theatre is a must for beginners of English. Photos Season 2018-19 Steph Bullock and Ben Steele For booking info contact [email protected] #actorslife #englishtheatre #touringtheatre #theartoflanguagelearning #educationisfun englishtheatrephoenix

Season 2026-27 Grades 3/4 (5) (Age 8-10): “The Giant’s Treasure” a musical by Kristi-Anne Seth© Based on the classic story of “Jack and the Beanstalk”, “The Giant’s Treasure” is a lively and simple musical to enchant and bewitch young audiences. Jack and his mother are very poor. All they own is a cow called Blossom. One day the mother asks Jack to take Blossom to market to get some money. Sadly Jack agrees. On the way to market he meets an old woman who is going to the market to buy a cow. What luck! The old lady tells Jack that she will buy the cow and give him something that will answer his heart’s desire. She gives Jack some magic beans. Jack is not convinced that taking the beans is a good idea; but before he has a chance to say no the old lady has disappeared. He throws the beans away and a tall beanstalk grows right up into the sky. Feeling brave; Jack climbs to the top of the beanstalk and there he meets a Princess and a Giant. The Giant has three treasures. A goose that lays golden eggs, a harp that sings by itself and a bag of gold that is never empty. Unfortunately the Giant comes home early, “Fee Fi Fo Fum, I smell the blood of an English man”. Can Jack escape from The Giant? Will the Princess help him? Jack climbs down the beanstalk, but will the Giant follow him? „The Giant’s Treasure“ is a brilliant way to motivate the children at an early stage of their English learning; to encourage an active use of the language and to help boost their confidence. Photos from Season 2023-24 Sophie Haas and Anthony Ford For booking info contact [email protected]#actorslife #englishtheatre #educationisfun #theartoflanguagelearning #englishtheatrephoenix

Auch für unsere Orientierungsstufe war viel geboten am Donnerstag! Im Cowboy Musical 🤠 "Saddle Up" von Kristie-Ann Seth waren Spannung, Spaß und Sprachenlernen vereint. Und auch hier kommen uns manche Darsteller auf der Bühne aus unserem Schulalltag bekannt vor. 👨‍🏫 👩🏼‍🏫 @actorsphoenix vielen Dank für die tolle Aufführung.

We have a very exciting season ahead of us in 2026-27, with 2 new plays being added to the repertoire; as well as 2 fresh faced actors joining our team. More news about them later 😉 Of course, we are sad to see our intrepid magnificent duo, Matt & Mia, leave us at the end of July; but it is time for them to return to the UK and build their acting careers further back home. It’s not goodbye though; but rather see you later. Watch this space for more info. For booking info contact [email protected]

A great day had with Richard-von-Weizäcker Realschule Germersheim! Thank you for sharing your experience with us ☺️