Lizzie Corscaden

Lizzie Corscaden

WriterLondon, United Kingdom
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Lizzie Corscaden

Lizzie Corscaden

WriterLondon, United Kingdom
About me
I'm a writer and children's theatre and drama practitioner, currently focussing on the early years. I write research-led blogs and content on parenting and early childhood, create puppet shows for children, and run drama workshops for 3 to 8s every weekend in Hackney Wick. I also occasionally write short films and plays for adults! My work primarily focuses on mental health and wellbeing. Follow my Instagram/Twitter to stay up to date!
Projects
  • Cai the Conker
    Cai the ConkerAn online puppet show for children, exploring feelings of anger, their underlying causes, and what we can do to feel better!
  • Story Time with Lizzie
    Story Time with LizzieThis Instagram project for MEplace has kept children reading and hearing new stories throughout lockdown. Each week would involve the reading of a new book, followed by at-home activities to extend learning and engagement.
  • Jenny and Jamie - Fringe in Schools
    Jenny and Jamie - Fringe in SchoolsThis theatre in education project for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society used remote learning to encourage primary school children to consider the effects of social media upon their peer relationships.
  • Ideology and Hair Gel
    Ideology and Hair Gel1983, a boarding school in the German Democratic Republic. Elvi, abandoned by her parents, finds comfort in her relationship with her teacher, Thomas. But how can she care for her younger brother when all he wants is to run away? What will happen if her best friend’s illegal activities are discovered? And who are the mysterious figures that visit Thomas at night? With live music, shadow puppetry, raving punks and enigmatic figures lurking in every corner, Ideology and Hair Gel looks at what it i
  • Mara and the Seal
    Mara and the SealA performance and workshop series for primary school children. 'Mara and the Seal' uses Scottish folktale to explore feelings of guilt surrounding parental separation.
  • MEplace Weekend Activities
    MEplace Weekend ActivitiesThroughout lockdown, we've kept children entertained and learning with a range of at-home exercises in drama and yoga - all with a focus on mental and physical health.
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Work history
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    Content CreatorMEplace
    London, United KingdomFull Time
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    Schools Outreach OfficerShakespeare Schools Foundation
     - London, United KingdomFull Time
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Skills
  • Puppetry
  • Acting
  • Voice Acting
  • Presenting
  • Playwriting
  • Blog Content
  • Writing
  • Social Media
  • Drama Teaching
  • Workshop Facilitation
Education
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    BA Honors Drama and Creative WritingRoyal Holloway
     - Egham, United Kingdom
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    The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama logo
    Acting DiplomaThe Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
     - London, United Kingdom
Awards
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    Gertrude Schryver AwardRoyal Holloway
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    Creative Writing Award - First YearRoyal Holloway Creative Writing Department