Polka theatre may be closed but that hasn’t stopped their efforts to provide vital resources to children during the pandemic.
Following successful in-person workshops with school children last autumn, Polka is now offering free workshops online to support pupils in Covid-19.
The workshops includes videos which aim to use drama activities to bring an interactive, practical and fun approach to talking about mental health at a young age.
Using the fictional story of Mo, a boy living through lockdown during the pandemic, children will be able to explore the problems and stresses he faces, making connections with their own experiences and emotional challenges.
Through the digital workshops, Polka hopes to provide invaluable tools and resources to help address issues surrounding mental health.
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Polka’s Artistic Director Peter Glanville said: "With one in six children now having a probable mental health disorder (NHS Digital/ONS), it is essential that we do all we can to
support them through this pandemic.
"Children's mental health is as important as their physical health, and many are experiencing increased levels of anxiety.
"These filmed workshops, free to schools and the community, are part of a 10-month programme from Polka Theatre, helping children to express and understand the feelings and emotional challenges they are facing."
Polka temporarily closed for a major redevelopment in February 2019 and will reopen in 2021.
To access the free workshops visit here.
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