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At home, your child chats away, tells stories and has plenty to say. Then they walk into a new environment and suddenly become quiet. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone. In this article, Geraldine explores why some children seem confident at home but reserved elsewhere, and what she's learned…
In this thought-provoking blog, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett examines the importance of drama training, confidence and listening through the story of a young actor’s remarkable success. Drawing on his experience in performing arts education, Kevin explores why taking risks and believing in yourself can be life-changing for young people.…
Kevin Dowsett, Theatretrain’s Artistic Director, reflects on how personal space shapes identity from childhood curiosity to later-life reflection. In this thoughtful blog, he explores expanding horizons, shrinking worlds and the emotional maps people build as they travel through life. Linking everyday journeys to theatrical storytelling, Dowsett reveals why understanding space…
Many parents wonder whether a Theatretrain taster is worth it before they book. In this article, Geraldine explains why a full Theatretrain taster is designed to give families a genuine experience of what happens each week, and why seeing your child take part often answers far more questions than any…
When children first join Theatretrain, parents are often focused on how they'll feel walking through the door. A few weeks later, they're usually talking about something else entirely. In this article, Geraldine shares some of the small changes parents often notice after the first few sessions, from growing confidence and…
The child who won't let go of Mum's hand at the start of a taster session often isn't the same child who leaves at the end. In this article, Geraldine shares how Theatretrain supports shy and nervous children, what teachers are really looking for during a taster, and why confidence…
If you're wondering whether a performing arts class would suit your child, you're not alone. It's one of the most common questions parents ask before booking a Theatretrain taster. In this article, Geraldine shares what she's learned from years of welcoming children into Theatretrain and why the best way to…
In his latest reflection, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett considers the quiet but powerful resolution he has set for the year ahead: putting his mobile away when he’s with his young daughter. Observing the way screens dominate everyday life, he questions the habits we pass on, the influence of algorithms,…
Many parents tell us they want their child to spend less time on screens and more time doing something active, creative and social. In this article, Geraldine shares why children rarely think about their devices when they're busy singing, dancing, acting and spending time with friends, and why real-world experiences…
In this latest reflection, Theatretrain’s Artistic Director, Kevin Dowsett, takes readers on an extraordinary journey beyond the festive traditions of the season and straight into the awe-inspiring world of space exploration 🚀. Visiting the immersive Moonwalkers experience, narrated by Tom Hanks, Kevin reconnects with the wonder, bravery, and sheer human…
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