A low-cost Performing Arts summer school for young people aged 13 to 17.
Over 5 days, they will work together to create an original piece of theatre (showcased at the end of the week).
They also get to see a top West End show!
Applications have now closed for this year’s Summer Stage.
New to drama? This is for you!
Our Young Creatives week is for young people who are brand-new to taking part in drama projects and want to try it out in a fun and supportive environment.
We welcome young people who might have mild to moderate learning needs or have access requirements.
Over the course of the week, they will gain valuable experience of performing and focus on developing skills such as confidence, creativity and communication.
Welcome Workshop:
Wednesday 2nd August
10:45am – 12:15pm
Workshop week:
Monday 7th August – Friday 11th August
10am-3:30pm
Theatre trip:
Matilda The Musical at the Cambridge Theatre – mid week matinee finishing approximately 5pm.
Our Young Performers week is designed for those with a little more experience of Performing Arts or Drama – e.g. those who have taken part in school plays, one of our projects or are a member of a theatre club. The focus of this week is to help you develop your confidence, performance and collaboration skills.
Workshop week:
Monday 21st – Friday 25th August
10am – 4pm
Theatre Trip:
Hamilton at the Victoria Palace Theatre – mid week matinee finishing approximately 5pm.
All workshops will take place at
St Anne’s Church,
55 Dean St,
London W1D 6AF
Eligibility
Summer Stage is aimed at young people aged 13 to 17 who might not otherwise have the opportunity to take part in a performing arts summer school.
Summer Stage is not open to young people that have participated in the programme previously.
This application does not secure your place on the programme – we will call you before confirming places.
Cost
Each one-week course costs just £60 per participant and includes:
We have a limited number of full (or part funded) bursary places available – please indicate on your application if you would like to be considered for one of these.
Cancellation
If you cancel your place with more than 10 days’ notice from the start date of Summer Stage, we will issue you a full refund.
If you provide 10 days’ or less notice, we are unable to issue you a refund (unless we are able to reallocate your place to someone on the waiting list).
If your young person is unable to attend due to illness which means they cannot attend 3 or more of the scheduled dates, we are able to offer 50% refund.
"Wholeheartedly appreciated the opportunity my daughter received that would not of been made available in our social economic background. Thanks to everyone involved in creating and delivering this valuable experience."
"Thank you for giving my son this wonderful opportunity to join your stage school. He really enjoyed himself."
"Most of the summer I’ve been stuck at home but this has really let me dive deep into drama and even in the simple games, it’s really exciting!"
Summer Stage is made possible with thanks to kind support from
Hyde Park Place Estate Charity,
Investec, Barings and
Peter Stebbings Memorial Charity
