Swindon’s cultural gems are often hidden from view, but its only professional theatre company is now opening its doors with free and subsidised opportunities for young actors, writers and technicians to join its weekly workshops and productions.
Prime Theatre, previously known as Sixth Sense Theatre for Young People, is Arts Council supported and based at the Wyvern Theatre. Prime is currently celebrating 30 years of award-winning work in schools and communities and has plenty of exciting opportunities for children and young people.
Regular activities at the Wyvern explore acting and performance. From script work to devising; puppetry to circus; improvisation to full scale productions; there is something for everyone. The company also runs groups who specialise in playwriting and stage technology, giving Swindon’s young people the opportunity to work with theatre professionals from all different disciplines.
Unlike many youth theatres Prime is open to everyone, no audition necessary and a grant fund welcomes those who wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford the already cheap membership fees.
Members of Prime Youth Theatre also work alongside famous professionals including Sherlock and Dr Who star Mark Gatiss who appeared in one of their recent productions, as well as Horrible Histories creator Terry Deary who writes regularly for the company.
Prime is also welcoming a new Associate Director, Emma Barr. Emma is a Canadian Drama lead and director who has just moved to Swindon after working in London and studying at the prestigious Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.
“I’m very excited to get to know Swindon through its young people.
“Anyone joining us in youth theatre can expect to develop confidence and communication.” said Emma Barr.
Prime Youth Theatre makes several shows a year and often works with the writing group to develop scripts.
Members also enjoy regular sharings, theatre trips and a fun social environment to make new friends while gaining new skills.
For more information and how to join, visit www.primetheatre.co.uk or call 01793 614864