City of Westminster

Youth Theatres

Dream Arts Gala 2011, credit Sabine Shereck
Are you interested in Theatre?

Do you want to be part of a theatre company for young people?

Do you want to make great new friends across the UK?

Do you want to do something exciting? Do you want your voice to be heard?

If the answer is "YES!" to any of these questions, you could start exploring what we have on offer for you!

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What's on Westminster and theSeer  for upcoming theatre events and many more!

Shared Experience Youth Theatre

Open to anyone between the ages of 14 and 21

Offers a wide variety of exciting workshops and projects at the company's home in the heart of London's West End.

Projects all cultimate in performances and are run regularly throughout the year, including Easter and Summer Holidays.

Working as a group, the Youth Theatre focuses on energetic physical and visual work that reflects the exciting style of the main company.

You do not need to audition - just get involved!

Contact: Kate Saxon

Tel: 020 7434 9248

Email: admin@sharedexperience.org.uk

Website www.sharedexperience.org.uk 

Soho Connect
Photo credit: Simon Kane

Soho connect is Soho Theatre's Education, Community and outreach programme, which works with people of all ages in many contexts including theatre, schools and diverse communities, enabling creative learning.

This work focuses on introducing different sectors of the community to theatre as an art form, which can inspire and develop self-confidence, sharpen self-expression and spark people's imagination.

Soho Connect's programmes include:

Soho Young Writers

Westminster Prize

Soho Slam!

Under 11s

Contact: Suzanne Gorman

Tel: 020 7478 0112

Email: suzanne@sohotheatre.com

Website: www.sohotheatre.com 

DreamArts Weekend Programme

Photo credit: Patrick Morris

Every Saturday and Sunday you can work with leading professionals to develop creative skills, help prepare for auditions, get advice, take part in shows, express yourself and enjoy. DreamArts Saturday runs in partnership with Pimlico School Arts College in South Westminster, while DreamArts @ Cockpit Theatre serves Church Street on Sundays. A diverse weekly programme for 8-19 year olds includes dance, acting, and singing , plus regular Masterclass sessions.

DreamArts @ Cockpit Theatre Sundays

"DreamArts is one of London's leading youth arts companies" - British Theatre Guide

Work with top professionals to develop your creative skills, perform, help prepare for auditions, access masterclasses, get career advice, express yourself, and enjoy!

JUNIORS (8-12 years old)

11.30-12:45 - Acting

13.00-14:15 - Singing 14.30-15:45 - Dance

SENIORS (13-19 years old)

13.00-14:15 - Acting

14.30-15:45 - Singing 16.00-17:15 - Dance

Membership - £5 per term

Cost per Sunday - £1 (£2 non-member)

First day for newcomers is FREE For more information

Contact: Josie

Tel: 020 7266 8262

Mobile: 07951 921 247

Email: becki@dreamarts.org.uk

Website: www.dreamarts.org.uk

Accreditations

DreamArts projects give opportunities to gain accreditation and qualifications. The creative industries are London's second fastest growing area of employment, and the skills members develop help in their further training, education and employment. A range of Assessment Qualification Alliance (AQA) Awards are on offer. These include:

Foundation Certificate in Performing Arts

Intermediate Certificate in Performing Arts

Advanced Certificate in Performing Arts

Youth Arts Leadership/ Advanced Youth Arts Leadership

Creative Writing

Technical Theatre

Event Management

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