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This year, we are proud to celebrate 27 school partnerships that have engaged with our work through a range of creative programmes delivered across the year. Through these partnerships, we continue to connect young people with meaningful creative opportunities that inspire confidence, collaboration, and artistic development. With thank to Burnwood Community School, St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy, Coppice Academy, The Discovery Academy, Haywood Academy, Willows Primary School, Landau College, Christ Church Academy, St Peters Academy, Trentham Academy, Blythe Bridge High, School and 6th Form, Moorpark Junior School, Cedars Short Stay School, Ormiston Sir Stanley Mathew Academy, Newfriars College, Goldenhill Primary School, Star Academy, Sun Academy, Christ the King Catholic Collegiate, Barlaston First School, Jackfield Infants, Hillside Primary School, Forsbrook Primary School, Etruscan Primary School, Werrington Primary School, Abbey Hulton Primary School, Carmoutside Primary Academy- for supporting our work in breaking barriers to arts.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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MAC Schools- Become A Partner<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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MAC School Tours<\/span><\/h3>\n
We work directly with schools to deliver engaging tours and experiences that introduce students to our venue, creative spaces, and the opportunities available within the arts and cultural sector.<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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MAC Work Experience<\/h3>\n

Our program partners with high schools across the city to offer an immersive experience where students come together to explore dance, drama, theatre games, and creative writing. Through interactive tasks and hands-on workshops, participants learn about the many departments that make theatre come alive, from set design to stage management. This collaborative approach ignites creativity, fosters teamwork, and provides a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to make the magic of theatre happen.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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MAC Youth Board<\/span><\/h3>\n
Our Youth Board helps steer the creative vision of our funded projects, ensuring young people play an active role in shaping programmes, events, and opportunities across the organisation.<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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<\/span>The MAC Writing Prize<\/span><\/h3>\n
An annual writing competition celebrating young writers and emerging creative talent. Entries are judged by a dedicated panel, offering young people the opportunity to showcase their work, gain recognition, and develop confidence in their creative voice.<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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<\/span>MAC Imagine Lab<\/h3>\n
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Excited to announce our Mac Imagine Lab Schools Partnership Programme!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The programme offers schools quality visits from industry professionals and aims to:<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u00b7 Inspire young minds<\/div>\n
\u00b7\u00a0Engage in new ways of learning through the arts<\/div>\n
\u00b7\u00a0Offer a unique opportunity to collaborate and co-create<\/div>\n
\u00b7 <\/span>Provide access to live screening opportunities and theatre visits<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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We can't wait to see the creative impact this will have on students and educators alike!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Moorpark Junior School<\/h3>\n
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Announcing our first of many school partnerships!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Moorpark Junior School<\/span><\/span><\/span> in Burslem and Mitchell Arts Centre<\/span><\/strong> have kicked off an exciting journey of collaboration, and this week, they are officially partnered for school provision!<\/div>\n
In addition, we\u2019ll be joining 2,000+ groups in collaborating with the award-winning Royal Ballet National Schools Programme, offering CPD, live lessons, and resources to ensure top-quality arts teaching!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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<\/span>Burnwood Community School<\/h3>\n
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We\u2019re thrilled to announce our second MAC Schools partnership.
Burnwood Community School are based in Chell Heath and are proud\u00a0Artsmark<\/span><\/span><\/span> Award winners, Burnwood is a vibrant hub of creativity and learning.<\/div>\n
Let\u2019s celebrate more creativity, expression, and opportunity in our schools!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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MAC Assembly Talks<\/span><\/h3>\n
Through our assembly talks, we share the story of our venue, our community, and the legacy of the space, inspiring young people by connecting creativity, local heritage, and future opportunities.<\/span><\/div>\n
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Across all of our programmes, we work closely with schools, young people, artists, and partners to create meaningful opportunities that are inclusive, accessible, and shaped by the communities we serve.<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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See why Creative Industries week is so important to us!<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
A special free event for secondary school students combining a National Theatre screening of Life of Pi<\/span><\/span> with interactive activities, creative discussions, and opportunities to help shape future arts experiences, work opportunities, and youth programmes at Mitchell Arts Centre<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

June 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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MAC Screenings<\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n
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We have many options available to schools to enjoy our MAC SCREENINGS.<\/span><\/div>\n
Option 1: Make a Group Booking for students to attend a Live Screening of the Show.<\/div>\n
Option 2: Students\/parents can book the school offer price independently.<\/div>\n
Option 3: Workshop followed by Encore Screening (Exclusively for the group).<\/span>
To book please contact Emily: community@mitchellartscentre.co.uk<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Contact us about Education Programmes email Emily at community@mitchellartscentre.co.uk<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1271,"parent":64,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1270","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\nMAC Schools | Performing Arts and Events Venue in Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 4HG<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Mitchell Arts Centre Mitchell Arts Centre is a performing arts and events venue in Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 4HG. 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