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Hello everyone!
We are very pleased to announce our 2014 productions:
““HANSEL & GRETEL”
“ROBIN HOOD”
and
“ROMEO & JULIET”
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We would like to present these three well-known stories as we believe that students must
always be exposed to “the classics” which are essential for their general knowledge and
cultural background. As educators we have the responsibility of showing new generations
the great value these stories have.
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The Company’s version:
We bring you this long remembered and recreated classic tale, which has been a delight for
several generations of readers, theatre and film spectators.
Our theatrical adaptation of “Robin Hood” will not only make you laugh but also
show you the importance of justice.
We hope you and your students will enjoy working on this play!
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K Teacher’s guide
K THE LEGEND OF ROBIN HOOD:
Robin Hood is famous for stealing from the rich and giving to the poor. In fact his name is so well-known it has been
adopted into popular culture as a term for someone that supposedly does this. Who was the original Robin Hood?
Tales about an English outlaw named Robin Hood have been told for centuries.
While the actual identity of Robin Hood has been lost in the mists of time, there is ample evidence that the character
is based on a real man, or perhaps different men contributing various qualities to the legend over a period of time.
From at least as early as the year 1228, the names Robinhood, Robehod, Rabunhod, or Hobbehod were used by English
justices as terms for fugitives or outlaws. At least by the fifteenth century, the exploits of an outlaw named Robin
Hood began to be celebrated in song and story.
Over the years Robin Hood has been identified with various historical figures, living in various places and times. For
example, some believe that the character is based on Robert the Earl of Huntington, who lived in the first half of the
thirteenth century. Other tales say that he was a commoner.
Here underneath this little stone
Lies Robert Earl of Huntington
Never archer there as he so good
And people called him Robin Hood
Such outlaws as him and his men
Will England never see again.
(This inscription also appears on a grave in the grounds of Kirklees Priory near Kirklees Hall,which it is said to be the final resting place)
The Robin Hood most commonly known today was a good man unjustly wronged by the Sherriff of Nottingham
(working with wicked Prince John). He surrounded himself with other good but unfairly treated men. He was loyal
to King Richard and was trying to protect the common people until Richard’s return from the crusades. One way
he did this was by robbing from the rich and corrupt and giving back to the poor and mistreated. He and his men
lived in Sherwood Forest, feasting daily on venison and other good things. He had a keen sense of humour and,
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although he was highly skilled with the longbow, he was humble and could laugh at himself. Although he was a
noble, he treated his men as equals, almost as brothers. He was courageous, generous, intelligent, and charismatic.
These qualities have made him (or at least this romanticized, idealized concept of Robin Hood), a hero to generations
around the world, children and adults alike. In this sense, it doesn’t matter whether there was ever a real Robin Hood,
or what he was like.
K PLOT
The evil and greedy Sheriff of Nottingham arrests Robert, Earl of Huntington, on his wedding day with Lady Marian
and takes away his castle, land and title. Robert escapes to Sherwood Forest and, with the help of Little John and
Friar Tuck, starts a fight against the Sheriff. Robert becomes a leader to all England and changes his name to Robin
Hood. From the darkness, they steal from the rich to give to the poor in order to make justice. Tired of chasing Robin
Hood around, the Sheriff finally decides to kidnap Lady Marian so he can capture him. Robin Hood and Little John
go to Nottingham to rescue Lady Marian. Robin Hood and the Sheriff face each other in a fight, but Robin showing
his handy skills, defeats him. At the same time, Friar Tuck announces the good news that King Richard has returned
from the crusades and has recovered his kingdom and declared that the Sheriff must go to jail. Finally, Robin Hood
and Lady Marian get married.
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K Teacher’s guide
BEFORE SEEING THE PLAY
N Activity 1: The story
Show the poster of the play. Questions: What do you think
the story is about? Have you heard of Robin Hood? Have
you ever read a book or seen a film about Robin Hood?
Now read them the plot and answer the questions.
N Activity 3: Draw
Picture the story.
N Activity 4: Word search
Answers:
Answers:
1. Robert of Huntington.
2. Lady Marian
3. He was arrested by the Sheriff of Nottingham.
4. Sherwood Forest.
5. He steals from the rich to give to the poor in order to
make justice.
N Activity 5: Map study
Answer the questions:
6. Little John and Friar Tuck.
7. He kidnaps Lady Marian.
8. King Richard has returned from the crusades and has
recovered his kingdom.
1) In Nottingham-shire.
2) Derby-shire.
3) a) Nottingham.
4) Lincoln-shire.
5) Nottingham-shire.
6) Yorkshire
9. He goes to jail.
10. Robin Hood and Lady Marian get married.
N Activity 2: Meet the characters - – True or False
Answers:
1. F
2. F
3. F
4. T
5. T
6. F
7. T
8. T
N Activity 6: Picture description
This picture shows an important moment in the story.
Write a paragraph saying what you think is happening
and why. Then describe what is going to happen next.
N Activity 7: Listen and find them - Verbs
1) look
2) say
3) want
4) cry
5) kick
6) want
7) bring
8) lose
9) want
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K Teacher’s guide
N Activity 8: Crossword – Simple past
Answers:
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AFTER THE PLAY
N Activity 9: Sentence building
Cut out the words. How many sentences can you make?
What is the longest sentence you can make?
N Activity 10: Wanted poster
N Activity 11: Write a paragraph
N Activity 12: Role play
Suggestions:
N Go over the glossary with your students.
N In order to make a more memorable and enjoyable
experience for your students we strongly recommend
that they listen and sing all the songs before and after
seeing the play!
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K Teacher’s guide
GLOSSARY
Sheriff: (noun) an official who is the king’s representative in a part of the country.
Outlaw: (noun) a person who lives outside the law.
Greedy: (adjective) extremely desirous of wealth or possessions.
Tax: (noun) a financial contribution imposed by government on income, property, or sales and used for its services
and administration.
Kidnap: (verb) to capture and hold (someone) hostage until specified demands, as for money, are met.
Starve: (verb) 1. to die or suffer from not eating and drinking. 2. (informal) to feel a need of food; be hungry.
Blind: (adjective) unable to see; sightless.
Archer: (noun) one who uses a bow and arrow.
Aim: (verb) to point carefully (usu. a weapon), with the intention of hitting a target.
Chamber: (noun) a room, esp. a bedroom.
Wedding: (noun) the act of marrying or the celebration of a marriage.
Shire: (noun) in Great Britain, a territorial administrative division; county.
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Name ………………………… Date ………………………
Before the play - ACTIVITY 1
THE PLOT
The evil and greedy Sheriff of Nottingham arrests Robert, Earl of Huntington, on his wedding day with
Lady Marian and takes away his castle, land and title. Robert escapes to Sherwood Forest and, with
the help of Little John and Friar Tuck, starts a fight against the Sheriff. Robert becomes a leader to all
England and changes his name to Robin Hood. From the darkness, they steal from the rich to give to
the poor in order to make justice. Tired of chasing Robin Hood around, the Sheriff finally decides to
kidnap Lady Marian so he can capture him. Robin Hood and Little John go to Nottingham to rescue
Lady Marian. Robin Hood and the Sheriff face each other in a fight, but Robin showing his handy skills,
defeats him. At the same time, Friar Tuck announces the good news that King Richard has returned
from the crusades and has recovered his kingdom and declared that the Sheriff must go to jail. Finally,
Robin Hood and Lady Marian get married.
QUESTIONS:
1. What was the former name of Robin Hood?
2. What is the name of Robin Hood’s girlfriend?
3. What happened to Robert of Huntington on his wedding day?
4. Where did Robert escape to?
5. What does Robin Hood do from the darkness?
6. Who helps Robin Hood to fight against the Sheriff?
7. What did the Sheriff do in order to capture Robin Hood?
8. What is the “good news” that Friar Tuck announces?
9. What happens to the Sheriff in the end?
10. What happens in the end?
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Name ………………………… Date ………………………
Before the play - ACTIVITY 2
MEET THE CHARACTERS
ROBIN HOOD
Robert of Huntington is a nobleman. He is in
love with Lady Marian. When the Sheriff of
Nottingham takes away his castle, title, land
and arrests him, Robert manages to escape
and hides in Sherwood Forest. From there
he starts to make justice. He becomes an
outlaw and changes his name to Robin Hood.
He steals from the rich to give to the poor.
He uses a bow and arrows as his weapons. In
Sherwood Forest he meets Little John who
helps him to fight the evil Sheriff.
LADY MARIAN
Marian is a noble-woman who lives in
Nottingham and is in love with Robert of
Huntington. Marian is a nice person who
cares about the well-being of people. She is
angry with the Sheriff because he forces
poor people to pay high taxes.
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Before the play - ACTIVITY 2
SHERIFF OF NOTTINGHAM
He collects taxes1. He is a corrupt man with
little honour and proud of it who uses his
power as a sheriff for his own benefit. He is
constantly on the hunt for Robin Hood and
would do anything to capture him.
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Tax: (noun) a financial contribution imposed by government on income,
property, or sales and used for its services and administration.
LITTLE JOHN
He is a strong man who lives in Sherwood
Forest. He is also an outlaw. He is Robin Hood’s
friend and helps him fight against the Sheriff.
He is skilful with weapons, especially with his
wooden long stick. Robin Hood calls him Little
John as a joke because he is very tall.
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Before the play - ACTIVITY 2
FRIAR TUCK
He is a religious man and Robin Hood’s
friend. He has bad eyesight so he uses a
magnifying glass to help him see. Friar Tuck
does not like the sheriff and always tries to
help Robin Hood.
True or False
1. Robin Hood uses a wooden long stick to make justice. ______
2. Lady Marian is a peasant. ______
3. The Sheriff of Nottingham is a man of great honour. ______
4. Little John is a very tall and strong man. ______
5. Friar Tuck helps Robin Hood fight against the Sheriff. _____
6. The Sheriff uses his power to help people. ______
7. Robin Hood lives in Sherwood Forest. ______
8. The sheriff is a tax-collector. ______
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Name ………………………… Date ………………………
Before the play - ACTIVITY 3
THE PICTURE BOOK OF ROBIN HOOD
Picture the story.
The Sheriff of Nottingham is arresting
Robin Hood on his wedding day.
Robin Hood is hiding in Sherwood Forest.
The sheriff is counting gold coins.
Robin Hood and Little John are fighting.
The Sheriff of Nottingham is kidnapping
Lady Marian.
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Robin Hood is rescuing Lady Marian.
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Before the play - ACTIVITY 4
WORD SEARCH
The adventures of Robin Hood are settled in the Middle Ages. Find out different medieval
weapons. Be sure and look up, down, across and diagonally!
FLAIL
MACE
SWORD
BOW
ARROWS
CROSSBOW HALBERD SPEAR
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Name ………………………… Date ………………………
Before the play - ACTIVITY 5
MAP STUDY - ENGLAND IN THE MIDDLE AGES
The story of Robin Hood is set in Nottingham-shire. Study the map and answer the questions.
Look! Shire: (noun) in Great Britain, a territorial administrative division; county.
1) In which shire is Sherwood
Forest situated?
2) Which shire is west of
Nottingham-shire?
3) Which city does not belong
to Yorkshire?
a) Nottingham
b) Barnsley
c) Leeds
4) Which shire does not
share a border with Derbyshire?
5) Which shire is between
Derby-shire and Lincolnshire?
6) Which shire is north to
Derby-shire?
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Name ………………………… Date ………………………
Before the play - ACTIVITY 6
PICTURE DESCRIPTION
This picture shows an important moment in the story. Write a paragraph saying what you
think is happening and why. Then describe what is going to happen next.
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Before the play - ACTIVITY 7
Some of the VERBS that are mentioned in this song are missing!
Listen and find them. *
THE HUNT FOR ROBIN HOOD
Hey, (1) ________ at me
I don’t (6) ________ where he hides,
What can I (2) ________?
But you’ll bring him to me
I am the Sheriff
It’s a matter of time
Who messed your wedding day!
Till he (7) ________
At my feet
Don´t get me wrong
It´s not with you
Don’t you get me wrong
‘Cause all I (3) ________
You will (8) _______ your love
Is Robin Hood.
But the best reward is
Is you’ll have me!
You can (4) _______
Or scream
Now, again,
You can (5) _______
Don’t you get me wrong
Or be mean
‘Cause all I (9) _______ is Robin Hood,
I don’t care ‘cause
Is Robin Hood,
I won’t free you anyways!
Is Robin Hood
Is Robin Hood
* Circle two nouns
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BEFORE THE PLAY - ACTIVITY 8
CROSSWORD – SIMPLE PAST
Read the clues and then complete the crossword.
9
3
5
8
6
1
4
7
2
ACROSS
1) Simple past of say ________
2) Simple past of escape ________
4) “Robin Hood ________ a strange
noise.”
5) Simple past of catch ________
6) Simple past of look ________
7) Simple past of steal ________
DOWN
1) Simple past of start ________
3) “Lady Marian _______ Robin Hood
that he was generous.”
5) Simple past of collect ________
8) Simple past of think ________
9) Simple past of stop ________
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AFTER THE PLAY - ACTIVITY 9
SENTENCE BUILDING
Cut out the words. How many sentences can you make?
Which is the longest sentence you can make?
Robin Hood
the Sheriff
Lady Marian
Friar Tuck
Little John
forest
bow
money
castle
archer
wooden stick
sword
magnifying glass
steals
steal
friends
from
gold
tax
day
their
to
is
has
are
he
she
it
they
have
isn’t
are
aren’t
her
him
his
her
like
a
arrow
like
help
do
live
lives
love
loves
stops
takes
see
and
good
bad
strong
rich
poor
beautiful
give
small
big
want
wants
greedy
tall
evil
there
an
the
is
has
justice
makes
make
use
uses
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AFTER THE PLAY - ACTIVITY 10
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AFTER THE PLAY - ACTIVITY 11
Did you like ROBIN HOOD? Why?
Write a paragraph about the play,
take into account:
- Plot
- Acting
- Scenery
- Costumes
- Music
- Moral
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AFTER THE PLAY - ACTIVITY 12
ROLE PLAY
Now you can act! Work in groups.
SCENE 1
FRIAR TUCK: Terrible news! Terrible news!
LITTLE JOHN: What happened? Why you look so worried?
FRIAR TUCK: (Almost blind) Wait a moment! Who are you? You’re the Sheriff!
LITTLE JOHN: Friar, stop! It’s me, little John! Not the Sheriff!
FRIAR: Little John?
LITTLE JOHN: Yes, me.
FRIAR: Oh, sorry. I lost my magnifying glass I barely see! How are you?
LITTLE JOHN: Fine! What happened?
FRIAR TUCK: The Sheriff kidnapped Lady Marian.
LITTLE JOHN: How can that be? Who knew about her hiding place?
FRIAR TUCK: That’s the strange thing. I was the only one who knew. And I haven’t said a word to anyone.
LITTLE JOHN: Then maybe someone heard you. Have you spoke to anyone about this?
FRIAR TUCK: No that I remember. (Thinks) Oh, yes. I talked to Robin.
LITTLE JOHN: To Robin?
FRIAR TUCK: Yes, I told him exactly where she was.
LITTLE JOHN: Let’s ask him. Robin!
ROBIN: Ahhh! You scared me! What’s the matter with you?!
LITTLE JOHN: Friar Tuck is here. He said Lady Marian was kidnapped by the Sheriff.
ROBIN: Kidnapped?
LITTLE JOHN: Yes. And he says he told you about where she was.
ROBIN: Me? No! I haven´t spoke to him. (To Friar) Friar, explain me the news.
FRIAR TUCK: Who are you?
ROBIN: Me! Robin!
FRIAR TUCK: Robin, Lady Marian is in trouble! Didn’t you go to see her? I told you where she was.
ROBIN: No, Friar. You didn’t tell me a word!
FRIAR TUCK: No?
ROBIN: No!
FRIAR TUCK: How strange. So who was the person I spoke before and told him the exact place where she was?
ROBIN & LITTLE JOHN: The Sheriff!
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AFTER THE PLAY - ACTIVITY 12
ROLE PLAY
Now you can act! Work in groups.
SCENE 2
ROBIN HOOD: Good afternoon, lady. I have a present from the Sheriff. (He shows the chests full of
money)
WOMAN: Oh, thank the Lord!
MARIAN: Sir, I don’t know what to say… (Emotional) Thank you! (She opens the chest) Wow, here’s a lot
of money.
ROBIN: (Surprised) Marian!
MARIAN: (Surprised) Robert!
ROBIN: Robin, my lady! I am now Robin Hood, your beloved “outlaw”.
MARIAN: So… you are Robin Hood! Everybody is talking about how much you are doing to help them. I
thought you were dead! After the wedding, when they took you, I thought the worst…
ROBIN: Fortunately I could escape.
MARIAN: And what about the Sheriff? He must be chasing you!
ROBIN: He runs after me all the time. Don’t worry about him, he’s is a clumsy fool!
MARIAN: Yes, but he stole our lands and now we have to pay taxes for anything we do.
ROBIN: Yes, I know. People are suffering, but there´s not much we can do now, but resist.
MARIAN: Robin, I’ve missed you so much. I don’t want to leave you again.
ROBIN: And you won’t. Listen. Now I live in Sherwood Forest. Why don’t you come with me?
MARIAN: I can’t, even less now that things are complicated. I have my family here. I must stay with
them.
ROBIN: All right, but if you have any trouble you know how to find me.
MARIAN: I will.
ROBIN: I promise that when this ends we will finish what we started. And we will get married!
MARIAN: I’m looking forward to that.
(Robin Hood exits)
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K SONGS
THE BIRTH OF A LEGEND
Deep in the heart of England
A legend is born
“Steal from the rich
And give to the poor”
“Steal from the rich
And give to the poor”
First a nobleman
Then an outlaw
A simple man with bow
Yes, bow and arrows
“Steal from the rich
And give to the poor”
Spread over England
To make it secure
Fighting for justice
Freedom and truth
A legend became
Yes, it’s Robin Hood!
“Steal from the rich
And give to the poor”
“Steal from the rich
And give to the poor”
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K SONGS
ROBIN HOOD
Robin Hood, Robin Hood
Yes, Sheriff
Here’s Robin Hood
Robin Hood, Robin Hood
Yes, Sheriff
Here’s Robin Hood
I fight for justice
I fight for truth
A bow and an arrow
I only use
And yes, you can call me
Robin Hood
Robin Hood, Robin Hood
Yes, Sheriff
Here’s Robin Hood
Robin Hood, Robin Hood
Yes, Sheriff
Here’s Robin Hood
To bring peace and freedom
Back to my land
I have some good friends
Who give me a hand
And yes, you can call me
Robin Hood
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Robin Hood, Robin Hood
Yes, Sheriff
Here’s Robin Hood
Robin Hood, Robin Hood
Yes, Sheriff
Here’s Robin Hood
I fight for justice
I fight for truth
A bow and an arrow
I only use
And yes, you can call me
Robin Hood
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THE HUNT FOR ROBIN HOOD
Hey, look at me
What can I say?
I am the Sheriff
Who messed your wedding day!
Don’t get me wrong
It´s not with you
‘Cause, all I want
Is Robin Hood.
Now, again,
Don’t you get me wrong
‘Cause all I want is Robin Hood,
Is Robin Hood,
Is Robin Hood,
Is Robin Hood
You can cry
Or scream
You can kick
Or be mean
I don’t care ‘cause
I won’t free you anyways!
I don’t know where he hides
But you´ll bring him to me
It’s a matter of time
Till he dies
at my feet
Don’t you get me wrong
You will lose your love
But the best reward
Is you’ll have me!
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K SONGS
IN LOVE
(Duet Robin and Marian)
ROBIN:
Oh my sweet Lady Marian
Just to hold you again
Comes to me like a fresh breeze
After what I’ve been through
I have kept you in my heart
For my love is so true.
MARIAN:
Far away from you, Robin
Made me soon realize
That my life without your love
Was so empty and sad
Now all sorrow is far gone
I feel safe in your arms
TOGETHER:
We are meant for each other
For there´s nothing
As strong as this true love
Nothing will keep us apart
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K SONGS
THE TRUE STORY
Robin Hood and his friends
Fight for justice
And peace for their land
And the legend goes on
Forevermore
Now that you know Little John
Friar Tuck and the sweet Marian
Hey, don’t forget me
The Sheriff of Nottingham
But what will always be true
Is that this bowman
Named Robin Hood
Risked his own life
To steal from the rich
And give to the poor
And give to the poor
A brave man that fought
For justice and truth
Is Robin Hood
Is Robin Hood
A brave man that fought
For justice and truth
Is Robin Hood
Is Robin Hood
Is Robin Hood
Is Robin Hood
Is Robin Hood
Is Robin Hood
But what will always be true
Is that this bowman
Named Robin Hood
Risked his own life
To steal from the rich
And give to the poor
And give to the poor
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