Black Death: A survivor's tale (KS3)

Drama performance



Key Stages: Keystage 3


Location: At Your School

This drama offers a fascinating insight into the Black Death in medieval London. The causes, effects and aftermath of this terrible disease are dramatically brought to life in the person of innkeeper Harry Bailey.

Curriculum links: KS3 History: The way in which the lives, beliefs, ideas and attitudes of people in Britain have changed over time; aspects of local history and how they relate to a broader historical context

Group Size: 35 maximum


Duration: 30 minutes


How to book:
Please check that you can meet the following requirements before completing the booking request form:

School is within the M25 radius

By signing the request form, teachers agree to pay a cancellation fee of £145 if they cancel the booking less than 4 weeks in advance

A minimum of 50 students will attend the sessions

Supervising teachers must be present in the room at all times

To book please complete the booking request form. The programme manager will contact you to discuss any details and confirm your booking.

Dates and times

Times: 2/3 sessions per day to suit your timetable

Dates: 6 November, 7 December 2012, 22, 29 January, 27 February, 3, 10, 17 May 2013

Supporting printable resources:

Download 'Black Death: A survivor's tale' teachers resources (PDF, 1.1MB)

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