Theatre Royal and Looping the Loop will be working together to bring the best of youth theatre to Margate this autumn.
The Youth Theatre programme is led by local actor, director and playwright Darren Hill.
He said: “My sole aim is to offer a safe space where our members can explore and be creative without the worry of judgement or ridicule. These youth theatres were vital in my development as a creative and as an individual and it is essential that they continue to offer an outlet for young people in the area.
“Being involved in these groups means becoming part of a wonderful family that encourages and supports one another, not to mention the amazing opportunity to work in a beautiful theatre each week and create new and exciting work.”
Both groups will work together to present an annual show in the Theatre Royal next Spring.
The dynamic youth theatre offers a place to play, create, and grow. In the weekly sessions taking place at the historic Theatre Royal Margate, participants will learn core drama techniques while improving their confidence and communication skills, as well as making lifelong friendships. Each year young theatre makers will be part of an annual production and will tread the boards of one of the country’s oldest working theatres.
Come and join in the fun!
Every Tuesday there will be two group sessions:
Juniors (ages 7 – 11) from 4.30pm – 5.30pm
Seniors (ages 11 – 18) from 6pm – 7.30pm. Limited places available
Dates: 12-week terms
Tuesday, September 10– Tuesday, December 3 (skipping October half term)
There are two further terms after this, January – Easter, after Easter – July.
Venue and fees
Most sessions will take place on the Theatre Royal stage. A full schedule will be provided.
Fees: £5 per session (£60 per term), payable in advance and no later than September 17 (or the second session) for returning students.
New students will be entitled to a free first taster session and will be invoiced only for the remaining sessions that term, up to a maximum of £55.
Applications and payments: All parents/ guardians must complete a simple application form prior to the first session in order for the student to attend. These are downloadable from the margate-live website, or we can email one to you.
An invoice for the term’s fees will be posted to you, which you can pay at the Margate Winter Gardens Box Office by bank payment, cash, or card. Please note, payments cannot be accepted at the youth theatre sessions.
All fees are due by the second session of every term.