Estate-based Youth Theatres

Theatre and creative activities for young people living in and around Hackney & Newham

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Helping young people develop improved skills.

Weekly youth theatres across Hackney for young people aged 5-25, including a dedicated session for young people with SEND.

We offer AQA accreditation and regularly submit young people for achievement awards.

Our safe creative learning centres are managed by vetted, experienced professionals, with a focus on developing young peoples creative and soft skills in a fun, supportive environment.

As well as taking part in drama and other creative activities, young people get the opportunity to go on free trips, residentials and excursions as well as regular visits to the theatre.

Parents/carers report improvements to their young person's confidence, self-esteem and willingness to participate in new activities after joining our free workshops.

Our Programmes

We have been providing high quality open access youth theatres across Hackney for 30years. All our sessions are free, inclusive and open to all.

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  • Kingsmead Youngers (Ages 5-9)

    Fun drama sessions for young people aged 5-9. Young people get the chance to develop new skills, confidence and make friends. Participants also have a chance to win awards, go on trips and learn new developmental skills

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  • Pembury (Ages 7-12)

    Fun drama /theatre sessions for young people aged 7-12. Young people get the chance to explore the world around them using creative techniques. There are opportunities to learn grow, make new friends and go on trips and residentials as well as perform in live shows

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  • Nightingale (Ages 5-12)

    Theatre and other fun activities for young people aged 5-12. Be part of a safe inclusive environment, designed to boost confidence while teaching young people new skills.

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  • Kingsmead Olders (Ages 10-14)

    Fun, weekly drama/theatre sessions for young people aged 10-14, building confidence, teaching new skills and forging friendships that last. Young poeple get the opportunity to go on trips and residentials and gain recognised qualifications - the perfect blend of fun and learning in a safe, inclusive and creative environment

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  • Little Ilford (Ages 11-16)

    Young people will be part of a creative, fun and safe environment lead by facilitators from the creative industry.

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  • Uplifting Me/We (Ages 12-18)

    Our free weekly project for girls and young women provides a supportive environment for participants to express themselves and increase their confidence.

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  • Advanced Youth Theatre (14+)

    Young People ages 14+ developing theatre skills, including acting, writing and directing.

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  • Disability Drama Club - SEND Group (Ages 12-25)

    We run a dedicated session for young people aged 12-25 with disabilities on Monday evenings. The weekly drama sessions provide a fun and supportive environment for participants to express themselves, learn new skills and work towards independence

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