At the Royal Albert Hall last week, Theatretrain students Tilly and Myffi led the thank yous at the end of a memorable performance. Both were…

Theatretrain Artistic Director, Kevin Dowsett, reflects on a landmark occasion: the company’s 103rd large-scale show and 14th performance at the Royal Albert Hall. We’re Gonna…

Theatretrain’s Artistic Director, Kevin Dowsett, introduces Fiona Scott-Lockyer, a production manager whose career spans from Coldplay at Wembley to the Rolling Stones, Monty Python, and…

This week, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett reflects on Theatretrain’s very first large-scale show at the Bloomsbury Theatre in 1993. With 180 performers, live music…

This week, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett reflects on the creativity and community spirit at two of the company’s summer schools. From Steve’s dynamic week-long…

Theatretrain Artistic Director, Kevin Dowsett, reflects on his long association with the Monaco Mondial, an international festival of amateur theatre founded by Princess Grace. This…

With just weeks to go until Theatretrain’s next Royal Albert Hall show, Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett reflects on the 1,200 young performers preparing to take…

This week, Theatretrain’s Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett is in Ireland, teaching acting at the Drama League of Ireland’s renowned summer school in Limerick. With 22…

In this blog, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett shares a humorous reflection on a possible family link to the celebrated comic writer Jerome K. Jerome.…

In this blog, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett reflects on a unique chapter of British history – the Burston School Strike. As schools close for…

Effective communication is essential for children’s success in school and social life. Theatretrain’s performance-based learning teaches speaking clearly, listening actively, and understanding non-verbal cues. This…

Emotional intelligence is key to healthy relationships and personal wellbeing. Theatretrain develops children’s emotional awareness and empathy through engaging theatre exercises, teaching them to manage…

Unlocking Imagination Through Theatre Creativity is often seen as an innate talent, but it is primarily a skill that can be nurtured and developed. Theatretrain…

Ensemble theatre at Theatretrain is more than group performance. It’s a powerful way for children to develop vital social skills. Through collaboration, communication, and mutual…

Theatretrain offers much more than performing arts training—it fosters critical life skills that children carry into all areas of life. Through ensemble theatre and creative…