A house move can be exhausting, surprising and full of unexpected endings and beginnings. In this week’s blog, Kevin reflects on the memories we carry with us, the things we leave behind,…
Musical theatre brings acting, singing and dancing together to create the excitement of a live show. But the fun isn’t just about the biggest roles or the most lines. It’s about becoming…
Theatretrain Exeter is celebrating after franchisee Paul Clark was named a winner of the Great British Franchisee Awards 2026. The award recognises Paul’s dedication to young people, his achievements in building Theatretrain…
What do you do with your hands when you're standing in front of an audience? It's a surprisingly common question, particularly among young performers! In his latest blog, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin…
When was the last time you stopped looking at a screen and really noticed the world around you? In his latest blog, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett reflects on how technology has…
What happens when we make mistakes, lose confidence or feel we've let others down? In his latest blog, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett explores the extraordinary strength of belonging to a supportive…
How much can we learn about people simply by watching how they behave around strangers? In his latest blog, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett explores the fascinating unwritten rules of public spaces,…
Theatretrain Bromsgrove is celebrating an incredible 20 years of inspiring young people through acting, singing and dancing. Since opening in 2006, the company has created countless productions, performed on some of the…
How much can we learn about a character before they’ve even said a word? In his latest blog, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett looks at the importance of those first few seconds…
In his latest blog, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett reflects on the National Youth Theatre as it celebrates its 70th anniversary. Drawing on his own experiences, and those of his daughter Tamsin,…
