QYouth at Queen's Theatre Hornchurch offers young people aged 6-18 a vibrant introduction to theatre craft in a professional theatre setting. Through weekly workshops, participants develop creativity, confidence, and teamwork, with valuable opportunities to perform on the Queen’s Theatre stage and beyond.
Our Programmes:
- Step 1 (Ages 6-8, Saturday mornings): A fun, friendly introduction to theatre through imaginative play and acting, building confidence and creativity.
- Step 2 (Ages 9-11, Saturday mornings): Drama games and exercises, improvisation, and devised performance to unlock potential and celebrate identity.
- Step 3 (Ages 11-14, Wednesday or Thursday evenings): Advanced improvisation, new plays, and performance skills for students in school Year 7 – Year 9.
- QYC Performance (Ages 14-18, Wednesday or Thursday evenings): Advanced theatre training, audition opportunities for semi-professional/professional productions, and skills for work or education settings (Year 10 – Year 13).
- QYC Technical (Ages 14-18, Tuesday evenings): Hands-on technical theatre training in sound, lighting, stage management, set, and costume design, mentored by professional technical staff (Year 10 – Year 13).
Why Join?
- Build confidence, creativity, and teamwork
- Perform on a professional stage
- Learn from expert mentors
- Explore both performance and technical theatre
How to Join: Email communities@queens-theatre.co.uk to register your interest or ask questions.
Location: Queen's Theatre Hornchurch, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
Testimonial: ‘Fantastic workshops for children! The Queen’s Theatre has been instrumental in my two sons’ happiness – they both belong to the QT groups, now my daughter wants to join!’ – Parent
Categories:
Arts and creative classes
Activities for children and young people
Arts and creativity
Connecting with others
Youth support
Service access criteria:
For young people aged 6-18
Additional needs catered for:
N/A
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