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

Symphonic Storyteller • Jeremy Holland-Smith is a composer, orchestral arranger and conductor who has amassed an extensive range of work in film, television and ballet, including the Warner Bros film Wonka and The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry currently running at Theatre Royal Haymarket. Susan Elkin spoke to him.

Physically Fit • Acclaimed physical theatre company Gecko, appears on GCSE and A level specifications. Associate director, Helen Baggett spoke to Susan Elkin

Access All Arias • Determined to expand access to classical music for diverse audiences, the Learning and Participation Department at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire is expanding its Opera Outreach project.

Carnegie Medals • Celebrating 90 years since its inception, the 2026 Carnegie Medal shortlisted titles have been announced. Susan Elkin looks back at how these prestigious awards have evolved.

Film in English classrooms • Susan Elkin supports the use of watching films in the classroom – but only after you’ve read the book first!

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 April 24th 2026.

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THEATRE REVIEW

Chris Boone • Chris Boone is Technical Director at Chichester Festival Theatre where he started last year. Formerly he was in charge of eight West End theatres for Delfont Mackintosh preceded by fifteen years as Senior Prodction Manager for Cameron Mackintosh. Susan Elkin spoke to him.

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