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Eleanor of Aquitaine - Class Assembly Script

This engaging playscript brings to life the story of Eleanor of Aquitaine, one of the most remarkable and influential women of medieval Europe. Designed for a Key Stage 2 class assembly with 30 speaking roles, it offers an age-appropriate exploration of her life, power, and legacy.

Key Features:

30 Speaking Roles: Ensures high participation and allows for a whole class to be involved.

Strong Female Lead: Focuses on Eleanor’s strength, intelligence, and political influence.

Historical Context: Introduces children to key aspects of medieval life, including courts, crusades, and troubadours.

Simplified Narrative: Presents Eleanor’s complex life in a clear and accessible way for young learners.

Flexible Staging: Requires minimal set design and adaptable costume suggestions.

Musical Integration: Incorporates a song to enhance the performance.

Storyline Highlights:

The play begins by introducing Young Eleanor as the spirited Duchess of Aquitaine.

It depicts her marriage to King Louis VII of France and her experiences as Queen of France.

The narrative then shifts to Eleanor’s involvement in the Second Crusade.

Her subsequent marriage to King Henry II of England and her role in the English court are portrayed.

The script also explores Eleanor’s “Court of Love” and her support for the arts.

The play culminates in showcasing Eleanor’s strength and wisdom as she acts as Regent for her son, Richard the Lionheart.

This assembly script offers a dynamic and educational way to introduce children to a powerful female figure from history and explore themes of leadership, influence, and the medieval world.