Brewery Youth Theatre (7-11 yrs)

Thursdays (10wks) | 4.30-5.30pm 

Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has passed, bookings may still be available, please contact the box office at 01539 725133. Join our mailing list for updates on future courses.

A fun, energetic introduction to the world of theatre, this class is perfect for young people who love to act, play and use their imaginations. Through drama games, storytelling, improvisation and script work, participants will develop an exciting acting toolkit, exploring character creation, voice, movement and devising in a supportive and encouraging environment. 

Along the way, they’ll build confidence, creativity and teamwork skills, with opportunities to perform in a professional theatre setting, including the Brewery Arts Theatre. As participants grow, they can continue their journey through Brewery Youth Theatre, progressing into the 11–14 and 14+ groups to further develop their skills and experience. 

If you’ve not attended the class before and would like to try the session out before committing to the term, please contact learning@breweryarts.co.uk 

What our participants say.. 

“I really appreciate the effort that has gone into developing my children’s confidence” Parent/carer 

Term Dates | 2026-27 

Autumn Term 17 Sep – 3 Dec (10 wks) | No session during half term 26 – 30 Oct or 16 – 20 Nov 

Spring Term 14 Jan – 25 Mar (10 wks) | No session during half term 15 – 19 Feb 

Summer Term 22 Apr – 1 Jul (10 wks) | No session during half term 31 May – 4 Jun 

What do I need to bring with me? 

Please come in comfortable clothes that you can move in and bring your own water. 

Opportunities throughout the Year 

Informal sharings | Throughout the year 

End of term relaxed sharings between family and friends to showcase creativity and learning. 

BYT Summer Showcase | Summer Term 

Perform alongside all BYT groups on a professional stage at Brewery Arts, complete with lighting, sound, set, costume and an audience. 

Important information 

This course will be held in the Warehouse. There are no sessions during half term 26-30 October & 16-20 November.

About the Tutor

BYT sessions are facilitated and led by Claire Williams and guest facilitators. 

Claire is a theatre and arts professional who specialises in community and family-led programming, producing and facilitation with training and qualifications in both community delivery and theatre. She is well known to our young people as our previous Learning and Engagement Manager. She has been leading the Youth Theatre since September 2023. 

She’s been facilitating Youth Theatres and Young Companies for around 15 years including work for and with Pound Arts Wiltshire, Everyman Theatre Cheltenham, Bath Festivals & Wiltshire Creative (Salisbury Playhouse / Art Centre). This is alongside being an active freelance programmer, producer and facilitator for theatres and mixed arts organisations nationwide. 

She is particularly passionate about art and theatre in unusual and public spaces. Her outdoor theatre and live installation work have been presented in spaces nationally. This includes work for and with The National Trust, Larmer Tree, Greenman, End of the Road, Just So, Lunar, Coro, Cornbury, Wychwood and Blue Sky. Her practice has been supported by Outdoor Arts UK and Arts Council England. 

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