Add Some Magic to Your School Trips with these Official Wicked Workshops
Give your students the chance to step into the magical world of Wicked, with our series of Official Wicked Workshops – designed to engage learners from KS1 all the way through to KS5.
Developed in partnership with Starling Arts Community Interest Company, these expertly led sessions blend creativity with meaningful curriculum outcomes – making them a perfect addition to your school’s enrichment or performing arts school trip to London.
Why choose a Wicked Workshop?
Delivered by trained facilitators with safeguarding expertise, every workshop is interactive, inclusive, and adaptable to your group’s needs. Sessions take place in pre-approved Central London venues, and focus on active participation and tangible outcomes. As a result, students leave with improved skills, different perspectives, and renewed confidence.
Workshops are available for groups of 5–30 participants.
The Official Wicked Wellbeing Workshop
Best for: KS1–3, suitable for older learners too
Duration: 60 minutes
This workshop gives students practical strategies to support your students' mental and physical wellbeing, all framed by the inspiring story of Wicked. Through drama, mindfulness, music and creative exercises, participants explore resilience, mood-boosting activities and breathing techniques – leaving calmer, more confident and better equipped to handle challenges as they navigate their education and broader life.
Learning outcomes include:
- Recognising the importance of mental health and wellbeing
- Exploring characters and themes from Wicked to reflect on emotions and relationships
- Building a personal toolkit of strategies to reduce stress and encourage resilience
The Official Wicked Anti-Bullying Workshop
Best for: KS1–2, adaptable for older groups
Duration: 60–90 minutes
Created with the Anti-Bullying Alliance, this engaging session uses the characters and themes of Wicked to explore bullying, empathy and respectful relationships. Students analyse how Elphaba, Glinda and others respond to bullying behaviours, then apply these lessons to their own lives through drama and discussion.
Learning outcomes include:
- Defining what bullying is in an age-appropriate way
- Developing empathy and healthy relationship skills
- Building strategies and confidence to respond to bullying situations
- Reflecting on personal experiences using the safe, imaginative context of Wicked
The Official Wicked Musical Theatre Workshop
Best for: KS3–KS5 and performing arts students
Duration: 2 hours
Led by a professional director/choreographer and a pianist/MD, this West End-style workshop immerses students in the artistry behind the Wicked West End show. Participants learn acting, singing and dance techniques while rehearsing a specially selected number from the show. The session culminates in a group sharing, building performance skills and confidence in a supportive environment.
Learning outcomes include:
- Understanding storytelling through singing, acting and movement
- Developing vocal technique, harmonies and acting through song
- Experiencing the rehearsal process of a West End production
- Gaining new stagecraft and performance skills
Inspire Students with Wicked Active Learning
Whether you’re exploring wellbeing, tackling anti-bullying, or bringing musical theatre to life, adding an Official Wicked Workshop to your school trip provides an unforgettable, curriculum-linked experience that students will remember long after the session ends.
Workshops can be booked as a standalone enrichment activity or combined with a theatre visit to Wicked. Either way, your group will benefit from professional facilitation, interactive content and a safe, engaging learning environment.
Ready to bring the magic of Wicked to your school trip?
Get in touch with our team today, by calling us on 01273 648248. You can also fill out our webform, and our school trip experts will get back to you as soon as we can.
