Does anyone know of any good drama groups for kids in the sheffield area.

Thanks

The Crucible Youth Theatre is one of the best in the country. It has run projects in Japan and Sri Lanka as well as part of their productions. I was a member in my teens performing in Birds, Bees and Bombshells which went on a regional school tour and "...And Anyone Else Who Knows Me..." which went down to Devon for the National Youth Theatre Festival. Also co-designed the light for Falling which was in the main house at the Crucible. The last production I was involved in was Peach Boy as a Stage Manager in my carreer, this was performed in Weston Park as was in association which a theatre in Japan. There is a waiting list but it is worth and sessions are free. For more info write to, Crucible Youth Theatre, Educational Department, Sheffield Theatres, Crucible Theatre, Norolk Street, Sheffield, S1.

There is also a group in Sheffield called Theatre Train which meet at Norfolk Park Pavilon, this is more of a school than a group and charge a small fee.

Websites for the above two are below.

Crucible Youth Theatre

http://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/education/foryoungpeople.asp#crucible

Theatre Traain

http://www.theatretrain.co.uk/

Hope this helps

Jubby

Hi there

I agree with the message above, I don't think that there is anywhere better than the Crucible, however, I went to Caroline Cooper's Theatre School in Broomhill when I was younger and it was certainly an experience. I hadn't been there long before I was hurled into a production at the Crucible called 'The Factory Children' - I didn't go that often as school work began to take its toll, but it was well worth it while I was there :)

I send my children to the Helen O'Grady Drama academy which has only recently arrived in Sheffield. It is run by a man who worked with local touring group Compass Theatre Company for 20 years before deciding to spend more time in Sheffield. The classes are aimed at increasing students' confidence and are really good fun. their end of year productions are going to take place at the Merlin Theatre. Their website is www.helenogrady.co.uk

There's also Act 1 drama classes (mondays and saturdays I think) for the teenagers.

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StarStruck provide community drama workshops for children and young people aged 8 - 16+ in Stannington. They are about life skills through drama (confidence, self discipline, motivation, teamwork) and FUN; do productions where everyone has an equal part; are fully inclusive therefore charge a minimal weekly fee (and if you can't afford it it's free) and have experience in working with and supporting children with special needs including autistic spectrum disorders, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and tourettes.

Run by professional actors, voice training is of high quality, a number of members have gone on to act professionally, and several members have had opportunities to appear in professional productions and to learn teaching and directorial skills.

Hi i work at Prince Edward school on the manor we have a hogh proportion of children with special needs who need your help.We are wanting to set up a free drama group for all children to attend CAn You Help 07967298961

look in the leader this week St marys beighton contact details are
anita@eastons.plus.com 7-15 yr old 630-8pm on a monday night. £2.50 per session.
My 9 yr old daughter loves it
hope this helps

StarStruck provide community drama workshops for children and young people aged 8 - 16+ in Stannington. They are about life skills through drama (confidence, self discipline, motivation, teamwork) and FUN; do productions where everyone has an equal part; are fully inclusive therefore charge a minimal weekly fee (and if you can't afford it it's free) and have experience in working with and supporting children with special needs including autistic spectrum disorders, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and tourettes.

Run by professional actors, voice training is of high quality, a number of members have gone on to act professionally, and several members have had opportunities to appear in professional productions and to learn teaching and directorial skills.

Could you give me any more information about Starstruck please
where and when.thank you.

'Tykes 2000 specialises in training children of all ages both for television and for theatre. Classes are held weekly in Sheffield and Barnsley.

Sheffield workshops are held at the Lantern Theatre, but please phone 07971086417 for more information.

Tykes 2000 have appeared on programs including...Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Playing the Field, Where the Heart is, Phoenix Nights, Burn It, Spark House, My Parents are Aliens, plus forth coming features still in productin including a Kay Mellor play, the new series of Fat Friends and a new feture film. They have also appeared at the Crucible and the Lyceum. '

Could you give me some information on tykes 2000 like prices ? when ? where ? what time ?

Does anyone know of any good drama groups for kids in the sheffield area.

Thanks



Try the Lomas Theatre at Stannington, they have just done a show and the children looked like they enjoyed themselves

Theatretrain is vey good. Last year they went and performed in london and i think thay have plans to do so next year as well! They offer a trial morning where parents and kids can go along and have a look.

Hi
Does anyone know of any drama groups in the S12 area of Sheffield for my daughter who is 14. Thanks

There is a group called 'Sheffield Youth Theatre' which has been running in Sheffield for over 30 years. They are currently holding auditions, the last one is on 21st of April 2009.

Contact SYT director Meg Jepson for more details;

sheffieldyouththeatre at hotmail.co.uk

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Sheffield Theatretrain is by far the best youth drama group in sheffield in my opinion. The care and attention given to each child is what makes it really work , all the staff are really nice. Its so much fun for the kids, and really impressive- they get to perform in productions locally and further afield like london! It's reasonably priced i suppose, considering they cover dancing acting and singing, but i think that's a given with most drama groups nowadays.
I think if you type in sheffield theatretrain in google the address and phone number comes up.

Hi
Thank you for your post i will have a look into that. My daughter does not want to do singing and dancing just acting . Do they offer that or do you have to join in everything ? She has been in a couple of short films and really loves that type of acting .
Thanks again :O)

Fusion Youth Theatre is fantastic.
3 hours of singing, acting and dance. Portfolios and the chance for each child to record their own CD!
Its 10:30 - 1pm on a Sunday. £15 per session which is brilliant for what they offer!

Thanx for that where is it ?

There's also Act 1 drama classes (mondays and saturdays I think) for the teenagers.

With Act One there is the option of achieving LAMDA grades.
http://www.actonedramastudio.co.uk/

Sheffield Youth Theatre do some exciting individual projects - check out their info on the Sheffield Theatres website. We found that Theatretrain used to be good but lost its sparkle when its franchise changed hands a while back. Fusion has had a great start, son really enjoys it - lots of drama , dance and singing, plus individual portfolios. Have a look at their website for details @ fusionyouththeatre.com

Hi SophieHatter - thank you very much for your Fusion recommendation!

I'm one of the co-founders of Fusion Youth Theatre and I can honestly say that we're thrilled with the reception that the group has had since our start in January of this year!

And we're planning to get even better! Our first show is in July - a brand new production celebrating Sheffield's music scene - think of Pulp, Reverand and the Makers, Joe Cocker and Human League - the students love it!

Then in the Autumn term we're planning more exciting workshops, including script writing, song writing, stage combat (after the wonderful reception it received!)

We're also planning a christmas show AND looking into how we can do summer workshops in time for next year. The casting agency is coming on - hopefully to be launched by the end of this year.

We'll have more photography sessions for the portfolios and the second round of recording sessions - the results of some of which may be going on the website shortly.

I'm exhausted just listing all of these things!! Anyone interested is more than welcome to bring their child along on a Sunday morning from 10.30 until 1.30 for a free trial at City Limits on Penistone Rd. Even this term it's not too late - we've made a promise that any new student will be involved in the show even though rehearsals have already started.

Thanks,
Heidi

If you want just acting & drama try Act One Drama Studio. They run classes & workshops for 4 years to adult, at really good prices. They are drama based rather than performing arts. My nephews go and they have a lot of fun and love it!

Thank you i will look into it. I would really like to find one in the S12 area. I dont think there are any .

can't say it the best drama class in sheffield but its the only one i go to its aimed for famailys i do the drama myself and my 4 year old does has well at firth park school they do proformaners such has cinderella, west side story, hairspary so if its something you think you'l enjoy its wednesdays 5 till 7 term time onkly so it will start again after 6 weeks holidays atr firth park community arts collage

Hi
Thank you but its at the other side of the city from where i live .

I would have thought this will be the best quality drama class for children in Sheffield at the moment. Certainly the most experienced and high profile tutors.

http://www.lanterntheatre.org.uk/news/71-the-carney

Sheffield Theatretrain is by far the best youth drama group in sheffield in my opinion. The care and attention given to each child is what makes it really work , all the staff are really nice. Its so much fun for the kids, and really impressive- they get to perform in productions locally and further afield like london! It's reasonably priced i suppose, considering they cover dancing acting and singing, but i think that's a given with most drama groups nowadays.
I think if you type in sheffield theatretrain in google the address and phone number comes up.

Yes i agree my girl went there they did a show in Manchester years ago they made my girl sing Rescue me on her own she was very scared but sung the song the rest as they say is history you tube ( carlywellington)

The other places r only after the money as we did find out after three years of goin some where else

You should look at the Carney Academy of Performing Arts is run by professional theatre director Ruth Carney. CAPA is an exciting performing arts school in Sheffield for ages 7 years through to adult. Focusing on drama as a tool for building confidence; social and vocal skills as well as developing performance and professional theatre skills. The school offers group classes as well as one to one tuition for those who want it. Classes are held at The Lantern Theatre, 18 Kenwood Park Road, Sheffield, please go to www.lanterntheatre.org.uk for more information.

Principal Ruth Carney has 12 years directing experience and for the past eighteenth months has been Associate Director at Sheffield Theatres . She directed Sisters and Confessions of A City at The Crucible Theatre. Ruth has worked in the West End with Tony award winning director Matthew Warchus. Ruth has an MA in Theatre Directing from The Russian Theatre Academy Moscow, and Middlesex University. Ruth has extensive experience teaching and training actors at schools such as RADA, The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and Rose Bruford.

You can email carneyacademy@ymail.com for more information

Sorry to say theatretrain no longer runs in Sheffield.

We here at Fusion have just finished our first show and it was fantastic - an original musical titled 'London Road'. The students all had an amazing time. We're off for the summer now, but will be back next term with an even more action packed curriculum and show!

If you can't wait that long look out for us in the Meadowhall Talent Academy where we're running loads of free workshops!!

I'm another who can't recommend Fusion enough. My wee lad enrolled purely to get a little confidence, and now he's really come out of his shell. He thoroughly enjoyed being part of 'London Road', and having just read the prospect of a Christmas show is now champing at the bit :hihi:

Well done to all the staff and students, it was an excellent show!!!!

Try Act One Drama Studio http://www.actonedramastudio.co.uk or the Carney Academy is opening in September http://www.lanterntheatre.org.uk

Hope you find a place that suits you

darnall musical theatre company located in Darnall, pm me if you want to know anything about it,

Sheffield Academy of Performing Arts (SAPA) opens on 13th May 2012. It is a stage school with a difference, offering expert training for 6 - 17 year olds in singing, dance and drama. SAPA is affiliated to Mark Jermin Management , a successful casting agency, that provides auditions for TV adverts, programmes and films.

The ethos of the Academy is to offer a wide and versatile education in the performing arts while having fun; improving technique and confidence and offering pupils valuable performance opportunities.

The stage school is on Sundays from 2pm till 5pm at King Edward VII Upper School in Broomhill.

SAPA is considerably cheaper than Stagecoach. Open day is half price, £6 (under 10s) and £12 (10s and over).

If you would like further information please call 07889845013, email info@sheffieldapa.co.uk or visit www.sheffieldapa.co.uk.