Chippenham Youth Theatre

Chippenham Youth Theatre provides high quality drama lessons for 6 - 19 year olds for only £60 per term (£30 per half term). Once a year students put on a show at a professional theatre. The youth theatre is ideal for those who aspire to a career in the performing arts or for those wanting to have fun and build confidence. All staff are fully CRB checked. Everyone is welcome to a free trial with no obligation to join.
When and Where

Mondays 5.30 - 7pm - 15 - 19 year olds

Mondays 4 - 5.30pm - 12 - 14 year olds

Tuesdays 3.50 - 5.20pm - 6 -8 year olds (Downstairs with Sam)

Tuesday 3.50 - 5.20pm - 6 - 8 year olds (Upstairs with Holly)

Tuesdays 5.30 - 7pm - 12 - 14 year olds

Fridays - 3.50 - 5.20pm - 9 - 11 year olds (fully booked)

Fridays 5.30 - 7pm - 9 - 11 year olds (Church Hall with Sam)

Fridays - 5.30 - 7pm - 9 - 11 year olds (Lower hall with Jade)

Waiting lists are available for the fully booked classes.

Term dates

Summer Term 2014: Week commencing 28th April - 7th July 2014

(Excluding half term - week commencing - 26th May. Monday 5th May is a bank holiday and we will not be running a class this day, Monday students will be given an extra class on Monday 14th July)

Autumn term 2014: Week commencing 15th September - 8th December 2014

(Excluding half term - week commencing 27th October)

Spring Term 2015: Week commencing 12th January - 23rd March 2015

(Excluding half term - Week commencing 16th February.)

Summer School - Play in a Week.

Students rehearse for a play all week in Chippenham then at the end of the week perform at The Egg theatre Bath.

The Summer School is open to students aged 6 - 14 years old.

You can choose from one of two weeks.

28th July – 2nd August (fully booked)

OR

4th August – 9th August (spaces available)

Both weeks will be Monday – Friday 10am – 3pm at Queens Crescent School in Chippenham, then Saturday - 1 – 5pm at The Egg in Bath with a 5pm show.

£95 for the whole week. £85 for siblings.

Tickets to the show will be free. Each student will be given 3 tickets.

Sheldon Road Methodist Church - Chippenham

Sheldon Road Methodist Church, Audley Rd, Chippenham SN14 0DU

Please note CYT is not a religious organisation we hire the church as it has a lovely rehearsal area and cafe.

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Prices & payment

£60 per term. Please note a term varies between 10 - 12 weeks dependent on school calendars. It's possible to pay the fees in installments of £30 per half term, or in even smaller installments if you have several children attending.

Contact us to book your free trial session today.

When you're booked into the Youth Theatre, you can set up an automatic, secure online payment. You'll get an email at least 3 days before the fees are taken from your account at the start of each term. Or, if you prefer, cash or cheque is fine.
The Team

Samantha Marsden

Founder and drama teacher

Sam gained a BTEC in Performing Arts and then went on to study a BA at The Central School of Speech and Drama in London. Sam has been teaching and performing for Ten years. She currently teaches for Stagecoach and runs several after-school drama clubs. Recently Sam directed 160 students in We Will Rock You for King Edwards School, Bath. Sam takes on many freelance teaching and directing projects; directing credits include Oliver, Annie, You Made Me, The Gruffalo, The Prince of Ting, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Mary Poppins.

Sam's passion is to build students' confidence. She believes the confidence built in a drama session can benefit students in many different areas of life.

Occasionally professional actors and practitioners do workshops for the youth theatre. Simon Rivers, who plays Kevin in BBC's Doctors, visited in December 2012.

Steph Wilcox

Receptionist

Steph's career has included retail management, customer service and administration. She has a teaching assistant level 3 diploma and does voluntary work at King's Lodge Primary School in Chippenham. She is a married mother of two, both of whom attend the youth theatre — which she says has noticeably helped their overall confidence and creative ability.
Shows

Some pictures from our Summer 2012 play-in-a-week, Oliver Twist. With huge thanks to Anna Durrant Photography.
What they say

'Georgie has been completely inspired.'
Fi, parent

'I haven't seen her so excited!'

Sarah, parent

'Emily thinks it's "Awesome."'

Thomas, parent

'Such a fun and great atmosphere, everybody is so welcoming to new members. I highly recommend it to young budding actors and actresses.'

Georgie Coulsen, student aged 15

'It makes me feel happy.'

Hannah, 11

'Sam sees potential and encourages children to do more than they would do on their own.'

Julie, parent

'It feels like a family.'

Vicky, 10

'It helped to boost my confidence and to make new friends.'

Mia, 10

'The performance was amazing! Thank you so much Sam and co for all your hard work! The whole cast were fantastic!'

Linda, parent

'I feel excited when I come.'

Alex, 9

'Chippenham Youth Theatre really boosted my confidence and acting skills.'

Joe, 13

'CYT is an inspiration. Sam is a fantastic teacher and an amazing actress. Would positively recommend.'

Georgie, 13

'Chippenham Youth Theatre is legendary.'

Carys, 12

'I have learnt so much more about drama thanks to Sam.'

Louise, 13

'A place where you can be yourself.'

Henry, 11

'We cover lots of acting skills that are very useful.'

Rebecca, 13

'Absolutely fantastic.'

Denise, parent

'Absolutely fabulous!'

Rupert, parent
Contact

EMAIL

hello@

chippenhamyouththeatre

.com

PHONE

07859 064792

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