Delivered nationally across the UK, Playhouse is a unique participatory theatre project that commissions writers to create new work for school children aged 8-11 years. Offering training to teachers, rehearsal support and festivals to perform in; Playhouse connects school with professional theatres, writers and theatre makers, so they may be inspired and empowered to experience the benefits of professional theatre making.
Builds UK National connections between theatres and schools.
Hosts the biggest library of bespoke, specially commissioned scripts aimed at the children’s age and class size.
Sees children and teachers work alongside professional playwrights who write relevant scripts for children.
Offers a positive life experience for children that has a long term transformative impact.
Combats the decline of drama teaching and provision in primary schools.
Playhouse 2023/2024 is being delivered at Theatre Royal Plymouth, York Theatre Royal, Theatr Iolo and Landmark Theatres.
The Playhouse Steering Group of three organisations; Theatre Royal Plymouth, York Theatre Royal and Theatr Iolo work in partnership to deliver the project annually.
If you would like to get involved with Playhouse in 24/25 then please email the steering partners below.