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

Prize Writer • Chris Power, 50, is a novelist, reviewer, teacher and judge for the 2025 Booker Prize. Susan Elkin spoke to him.

First Encounters: King Lear • Once more taking Shakespeare to schools and communities around the country, Susan Elkin caught up with the RSC in Birmingham for an inspiring afternoon.

Punching Hard • Artistic director of Nottingham Playhouse, Adam Penford, 45, talks to Susan Elkin especially about Punch which opened at Apollo Theatre London this month and simultaneously on Broadway.

A New Mockingbird • As To Kill a Mockingbird embarks on an extensive UK and Ireland tour, writer Aaron Sorkin takes us through the process of adapting this iconic text.

Reading Matters • A lifelong avid reader, Susan Elkin champions the need for adults to encourage young people to read by openly reading more themselves.

Workshops, Courses, Auditions & Events • A selection of courses, CPD training, auditions, exhibitions and forthcoming productions. To be included in future issues, please email john@inkpellet.co.uk The deadline for the next issue is October 31st

THEATRE REVIEW

BOOK REVIEW

Ben Grant • The Brown Ranger by Ben Grant, 31, was the first production in the Future Theatre Makers at Chichester Festival Theatre’s new venue, The Nest, last month. Susan Elkin spoke to him.

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