Mayflower Youth Theatre
28 April - 14 July 2025
Event details
Join us Mayflower Participation as we run weekly Youth Theatre sessions in musical theatre for young people.
Our Youth Theatre groups give young people the opportunity to learn new skills, meet new people, and work with experienced theatre practitioners in a fun, supportive and inclusive environment.
Members are given the opportunity to perform in various productions and at events throughout the year. Recent performances include ‘Fame Jr‘, ‘Fresh Air‘, ‘A Chorus Line‘, and many more.
Mayflower Youth Theatre is for all young people, we also offer a bursary scheme to enable everyone to take part. Our bursaries can cover up to half the cost of the standard fee, and support those who would otherwise be unable to attend.
We also offer FREE taster sessions which you can book by calling the Box Office on 02380 711811.
Our Youth Theatre sessions are broken down into two strands: Musical Theatre and Drama. All sessions take place at Mayflower Studios (subject to change).
Youth Theatre includes:
- Weekly sessions during term-time
- Performance opportunities
- Show trips to productions at Mayflower Studios and Mayflower Theatre
- Advance notice of new term booking information
- A Youth Theatre t-shirt
- Exclusive Offer emails
Venue
Mayflower Studios
Price
Payment
Costs range from £120 – £180 depending on the group, please see below price bands. Bursaries are available for those who qualify.
Age Advice
For academic years 3-9
Mayflower Junior Youth Theatre
Academic years 3-6
An introduction to the three disciplines of acting, singing and dance. This is an opportunity to explore theatre in a safe and fun environment whilst developing communication and teamwork skills.
Musical Groups
Academic years 7-9 and 10-13
Key skills: Acting, Singing and Dance with Musical Theatre opportunities.
Mayflower Musical Youth Theatre is a place where you can express yourself in a fun, safe environment whilst developing performance skills through workshops, audition preparation and productions.
The fee for each term is £180 (bursaries are available – see below) and should either be paid in full before the start of term or in three instalments.
Quarter Bursary: £120
Bursary: £90
Payments can be paid in full for the whole term by 28 April 2025 or you can select a payment plan. This will give you the option to pay in three instalments of £60. The payment plan must be created by 28 April 2025.
There are a limited number of bursaries available each term. These must be applied for on a termly basis and are not guaranteed for the whole year. These can be awarded on a financial or talent basis.
Applicants applying for a bursary should complete their application before term starting accompanied by the first instalment. You will be notified by the beginning of term whether your application has been successful.
Please book your bursary place directly through the box office on 02380 711811. If you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to get in touch
Musical groups
Academic years 7-9
Monday 5pm-6.30pm
| 28 April 2025 |
| 12 May 2025 |
| 19 May 2025 |
| 2 June 2025 |
| 9 June 2025 |
| 16 June 2025 |
| 23 June 2025 |
| 30 June 2025 |
| 7 July 2025 |
| 14 July 2025 |
Academic years 10-13
Monday 6.30pm – 9.30pm
| 6 January 2025 |
| 13 January 2025 |
| 20 January 2025 |
| 27 January 2025 |
| 3 February 2025 |
| 10 February 2025 |
| 3 March 2025 |
| 10 March 2025 |
| 17 March 2025 |
| 24 March 2025 |
Academic years 12-13
Monday 6.30pm – 9.30pm
| 6 January 2025 |
| 13 January 2025 |
| 20 January 2025 |
| 27 January 2025 |
| 3 February 2025 |
| 10 February 2025 |
| 3 March 2025 |
| 10 March 2025 |
| 17 March 2025 |
| 24 March 2025 |
Take part
We endeavour to give opportunities for all to take part, develop skills, gain insight and perform on our stages, through a range of participation opportunities.