Young
People
Thanks to Arts Council England's support, we now deliver year-round creative activities to schools and colleges, both during our tours and throughout the rest of the year.
An empowering creative learning experience
Made possible by Arts Council England, our workshops are led by Thunder Road's senior creative team: Alex Moran (actor) and Ryan Simons (director). Learn more below:
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Our workshop activities delve into the foundations of puppetry and reveal the techniques behind crafting suspense and effective on-stage jump scares. These sessions open doors for young people to explore their imaginations fully, sparking their academic curiosity while developing their artistic abilities in meaningful ways.
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Our careers sessions and post-show Q&A events provide young people with valuable opportunities to inquire and discover diverse creative pathways within the performing arts industry.
These sessions create an informal environment where participants can reflect, connect, and receive practical advice directly from our backstage and on-stage artists.
“The whole day was amazing! Really insightful, really engaging. I learnt so much about puppetry and horror in theatre”
— Lily, Thomas Hardye School
What’s the legacy?
The legacy of each activity extends far beyond the confines of our performances and workshops, leaving a long-lasting mark on the hearts and minds of young people and the broader creative and academic communities.
We hope our work will continue to:
Inspire long-term passions and interests for young people, encouraging them to pursue vibrant careers in theatre, film, and multimedia production.
Empower their creative expression: young people are inspired to create their own devised pieces that reflects their unique perspectives and experiences.
Enrich students' understanding of drama, multimedia storytelling and wellbeing, improving their academic performance.
Motivate teachers and educators to incorporate elements of horror theatre into their curriculum, providing students with opportunities to analyse themes, dissect narratives, and explore the cultural significance of the genre.
“The workshops were really cool. Looking forward to using what we did in my acting class in the future”
— Jay, Priestley College
Want to book a drama workshop for your school, college or University?
Contact Jess Rooney:
marketing@thunderroadtheatre.org
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e-learning pack
“Our young people had a terrific session and it gave them so much to think about and develop in their practice”
— James Williams, Associate Director, Watford Palace
