Classes
Youth Theatre
12 to 18 years
At Drama Kids, our Youth Theatre classes help young people aged 12 to 18 strengthen their voice, express complex ideas, and grow into confident, thoughtful communicators, in the classroom and in everyday life. Classes run in line with local school terms, typically around 12-week. Fees are paid per term, and students can join at any time during the year.
Want to see if it’s the right fit?
Try our two-week trial for £20 per student. If your child joins for the full term, we’ll deduct the trial fee from your total cost.
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Youth Theatre
What Youth Theatre offers Young People
Our Youth Theatre programme builds real-world communication skills through drama, with a focus on discussion, perspective, performance and personal voice.
Core Skills
Supports real-world communication skills, from school presentations to future interviews.
Classroom Experience
Encourages self-expression in a structured setting, while building collaboration skills, independence, and responsibility.
Confidence in Action
Builds emotional maturity, self-awareness, and creative confidence.
Terms
Their Learning Journey
These classes support young people in owning their perspective and finding their voice by exploring identity, communicating with purpose and collaborating in a space where their ideas lead the way.
Each term builds on the last, with students developing through script work, character exploration, and creative collaboration.
The year ends with a full performance for family and friends. Here’s what the journey looks like, from autumn to summer.
Autumn Term
Developing Core Skills
Autumn Term
Developing Core Skills
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Persuasive speaking and oracy
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Emotional awareness and thoughtful communication
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Storytelling with clarity and meaning
Autumn Term
In the classroom
Autumn Term
In the classroom
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Monologues and solo pieces
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Improvisation on real-world themes
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Ensemble work exploring empathy and identity
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Creative writing and sound-based prompts
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Group discussions and circle dialogues
Autumn Term
Confidence in Action
Autumn Term
Confidence in Action
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Sharing original thoughts with confidence
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Taking part in meaningful dialogue
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Exploring emotions and perspectives through devised work
Spring Term
Developing Core Skills
Spring Term
Developing Core Skills
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Narrative structure and message-driven work
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Purposeful communication and expression
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Group collaboration and creative ownership
Spring Term
In the classroom
Spring Term
In the classroom
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Script work and genre exploration
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Role-play, character backstory, and mood setting
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Collaborative devising and ensemble feedback
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Improvisations that challenge and inspire
Spring Term
Confidence in Action
Spring Term
Confidence in Action
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Leading rehearsals or directing scenes
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Creating and refining original material
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Stepping into roles of creative leadership
Summer Term
Developing Core Skills
Summer Term
Developing Core Skills
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Public speaking and confident performance
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Responsibility, reliability, and resilience
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Self-expression with stage presence and purpose
Summer Term
In the classroom
Summer Term
In the classroom
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Full scripted production and rehearsal process
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Blocking, choreography, and vocal projection
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Creative risks in a supportive space
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Reflective feedback and independent preparation
Summer Term
Confidence in Action
Summer Term
Confidence in Action
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Delivering polished performances
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Collaborating with maturity and focus
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Speaking, acting, or presenting with presence
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What they say
Parent – Youth Theatre
“She absolutely lives for drama. She is having a tough time at school and not attending much at the moment due to severe anxiety, but your sessions bring out the happiest version of her.”