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Another week, another show. In this blog, Kevin Dowsett shares his experience watching Theatretrain Isle of Wight’s energetic production of Footloose at the historic Shanklin Theatre. With strong performances, emotional storytelling, and the warmth of a dedicated creative team, it’s a celebration of young talent and community spirit. A proud…
At Theatretrain, we love seeing young performers grow in confidence, skill, and creativity. But what happens when one child lives for the stage and their sibling would rather do anything but perform? It’s a common family dynamic, and it can sometimes stir up tricky emotions like jealousy, resentment, or feeling…
Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett visited the Albany Theatre to watch Theatretrain Coventry’s 20th Anniversary Show. What he witnessed was pure magic — a dazzling mix of singing, dancing and acting that moved a sold-out audience to tears and cheers. From funky tunes to heartfelt stories, the cast delivered a…
If your child has ever faced show day jitters before a big performance, you’re not alone. Feeling nervous before a performance is completely normal, even the most seasoned professional actors and singers experience butterflies before stepping onto the stage! For young performers, especially those aged 4 to 18, these nerves…
Kevin Dowsett, Artistic Director of Theatretrain, reflects on a vibrant day at Gulliver’s Land where students from Milton Keynes and Northampton Theatretrain companies performed with flair. With sun, singing, and shared experiences, it was a day full of creativity and connection. From musical medleys to theme park fun, the performers…
In this blog, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett explores the journey from simply reading a script to truly living it. Speaking lines might sound easy, but transforming words into believable emotion takes practice, presence, and listening. Dowsett shares insights into how actors can own their lines, connect with others on…
In this heartfelt and humorous blog post, Theatretrain’s Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett reflects on the early days of his teaching career in Solihull. What begins as a role in a teacher-dominated school production of Fiddler on the Roof quickly becomes a moment of realisation about the importance of pupil participation.…
Over his long career working with young people, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett has often encountered the moment when enthusiasm fades and commitment wavers. In this blog, he reflects on why some young performers choose to step away and the impact that decision can have—not only on others, but on…
We often talk about ‘ensemble’ in our Theatretrain classes, but what does that really mean, and why is it so important?
In this blog, Theatretrain’s Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett reflects on Dear England by James Graham, recently seen at the National Theatre. With Gareth Southgate at its centre, the play explores performance under pressure, emotional honesty, and overcoming fear—parallels that resonate deeply with the world of theatre. Kevin draws connections between…
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