Thursdays (10wks) | 5.30-7 pm
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.
Building on the foundations developed in our 7–11 group, this class encourages young actors and performers to further develop their creativity, confidence and artistic voice. Through devising, script work and ensemble performance, participants will explore a range of theatre styles, including physical theatre, comedy, clowning, puppetry and mime.
Working as a supportive theatre company, they’ll challenge themselves creatively, strengthen their performance skills and enjoy regular opportunities to perform in a professional theatre setting, while making lasting friendships along the way. As participants grow, they can continue their journey through Brewery Youth Theatre, progressing into the 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 most enjoy getting to interpret our ideas into the script”
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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A commission of £2.50 - £3.50 is included in the ticket price, to support our administration costs and the maintenance and development of our historic venue, helping ensure we are here for future generations. Creative learning classes & workshops are exempt.
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Some live events may carry strict age restrictions, these are outlined on our website. Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult at all times during evening events.
Please note: Our Bar & Restaurant is closed on Sundays
