Young Creators

What we see onstage is the tip of the iceberg. Theatre relies on the skills and creativity of many people from the beginning of an idea to the final bows and our Young Creators Programme provides hands-on experience for young people looking to discover more.

In addition to our Education courses, we’ve developed a vocational training programme to give the next generation of theatre makers the chance to find their feet and hone their craft in a real, working theatre.

Here at Chickenshed, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to flourish through theatre, which is why the Young Creators vocational training programme is completely free.

Young Creators Programme

The Young Creators vocational training programme has been developed for young people aged 14 – 25 and runs annually from September to July. Through workshops and talks, it offers a practical insight into the following areas:

Creative direction
Devising
Children & Youth Theatre Direction
Lighting
Music Technology
Performance to Children.

Application open for September 2021 start

Chickenshed's Young Creators programme allows young people to develop a number of skills at no cost. The programme allowed me to develop my writing skills which helped me to write for Exposure - a multi-award winning charitable youth communications enterprise. - Shakira Dyer, former Young Creator

Take a look at the highlights from our Matthew Bourne 'The Red Shoes' Workshops

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An Introduction to Sign Language

An introductory session to BSL sign language.
An Introduction to EFT | A self-help method for stress

An introduction to EFT, a self-help method for stress.
Street Performance

Interested in Street Performance? Do you want to obtain, develop or expand your street performance skills? If so, Chickenshed want to hear from you.
Pottery With Sara

Come and have a go at pottery in a friendly and relaxed group!

Open Evening

Love Theatre? Live Theatre? Breathe Theatre? Study Performing Arts in a professional working theatre! Come and find out about the courses we offer at our Open Evening.
Community Choir

The Chickenshed Community Choir is a uniquely inclusive environment to develop your singing skills as part of an ensemble through a fantastic series of vocal sessions.
Tales Birthday Parties

Why not book a Tales Birthday Party for your child! We are taking enquiries for our Spring and Summer term now.
Alumni Network

Keep in touch…share your news…join the conversation. Chickenshed's online communities for alumni are great places to share your news and network with fellow graduates.
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Tales from the Shed Training

Tales from the Shed can be used in Early Years education practice to creatively improve literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
BA (Hons) in Inclusive Performance

The Top-Up Year Programme ‘Inclusive Theatre - From Performance to Project' builds on achievements and learning outcomes from previous study at Degree level, allowing students to achieve a full BA (Hons) in Inclusive Performance.
Level 3 Training

The BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts is a two year full time course, nationally recognised as an equivalent to three A-levels (Level 3). Over the course of two years you will have the opportunity to explore dance, drama and musical theatre through a series of units and gain practical experience of inclusive theatre practice.
Study at Chickenshed

For the past 40 years we have been leading the way in inclusive performance and our students are right at the heart of our work. Find out what makes our students and learning environment so unique.
Becoming a Young Creator

Getting hands-on experience in a working theatre can be difficult. Through Young Creators, 14 - 25 year olds are able to gain invaluable insights into life as a theatre professional in our free vocational training scheme. We spoke to Young Creators alumni Christopher Marsh to find out more.

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The BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts is a two year full time course, nationally recognised as an equivalent to three A-levels (Level 3). Over the course of two years you will have the opportunity to explore dance, drama and musical theatre through a series of units and gain practical experience of inclusive theatre practice.
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