Solihull Arts Complex

The Core Youth Theatre, an exciting youth theatre group designed for ages 7-10!

Join our Youth Theatre Group for ages 7-10, where budding young actors can explore their creativity in a fun and engaging environment! Meeting every Thursday evening, this course offers a fantastic opportunity for children to develop their theatre skills under the guidance of professional theatre makers and actors Skylar and Kelly.

In these weekly workshops, we will introduce the basics of acting, improvisation, and storytelling. Our youth group members will engage in interactive games and exercises designed to boost their confidence, teamwork, and communication skills. These sessions will encourage a love for the performing arts, all while making new friends and having a great time in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere.

In the autumn term they will learn performance skills, build their confidence and work on a performance to be performed in the studio theatre. In the Spring term they will hit the ground running by working on a scripted show to be staged on the main stage at The Core. The year will end by spending the summer term working on an outdoor performance, developing stronger vocal skills and learning to perform for different types of audiences.

There will be great opportunities throughout the year to perform at The Core, allowing them to experience the thrill of being on stage.

HOW TO SECURE YOUR PLACE

• Book your place via the ‘Book Tickets’ link on this webpage
• Complete the pre-course registration form

We cannot secure your place on the course until both of these steps have been completed.

Please book your place on the course before completing the pre-course registration form. A separate form should be completed for each participant. 

IMPORTANT: Even if your child has attended The Core Youth Theatre before, a new pre-course registration form must be submitted for Sep 2025 as a new academic year has started. 

Please note there is no session on Thursday 30 October.

Places are limited to 30, to ensure the best experience for everyone involved.

We look forward to welcoming you to The Core Youth Theatre in September 2025!

Parents/Guardian:  A number of bursary places are available to young people who live in Solihull and are in receipt of Free School Meals.  If the young person would like to attend, please provide proof of FSM, when completing the forms by supplying a copy of the school letter or scanning it to us. Alternatively, referals for free bursary places can be made by Education, Health or Social Services practitioners where appropriate.    

Download bursary application form

Please email completed bursary application forms to thecoretheatre@solihull.gov.uk