Fun and effective environmental education through music
What it is
Environment the Musical is a fun way of teaching simple environmental messages. With catchy songs for the classroom and all you need for a full musical production or short dramas, this a valuable environmental education resource.
What it does
Environment the Musical educates both the cast and the audience about the environment through song and drama. The pack provides all the resources required - all you need to provide is enthusiasm (and some props)!
Who it's for
Schools and community groups, local authorities, theatres and drama clubs, environmental groups, scouts, guides and more. It supports the work of Green-Schools and Eco-Schools and is suitable for children of a wide range of abilities.
We were there!
Environment the Musical on RTÉ's Nationwide
The musical featured on RTÉ's Nationwide in August 2015. It features footage from a performance by local children in Letterkenny's An Grianan Theatre and features a short interview with the creator, Annette. Watch the clip below to see kids getting involved in a Tidy Towns beach clean-up and give their thoughts on the important messages they learned from the Environment the Musical songs.
The story
Millview Park is messy and getting worse by the day. Unlike their neighbours in Greenway, the residents of Millview Park have no pride in their neighbourhood and no respect for the environment.
When tourists visit Millview Park the children realise someone has changed their signpost to ‘Messview Park’. This opens their eyes to the sad state of their park and spurs them into positive action.
Environment the Musical is entertaining yet thought-provoking. Suitable for everyone over 8 years (even adults!). Approximate running time 40 minutes.