Stage School & Youth Theatre - Aber Arts

Are you a young person who loves to act, sing, and dance?

If so, then joining our stage school or youth theatre is the perfect way for you to get involved in the performing arts.

You can learn everything from acting techniques to stagecraft, and you’ll have the chance to perform in front of an audience. You’ll also make new friends and build lasting memories.

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Our classes

Our Stage School and Youth Theatre offer professional actor training for young performers of all ages in a fun, supportive, and inclusive environment. Through their regular classes, members will develop their skills in acting, dancing and singing, with annual opportunities to put their skills into practice through studio presentations and main stage performances, as well as the opportunity to take LAMDA examinations. Children will also be equipped with essential life skills like self confidence, team work, public speaking, co-ordination and focus that Theatre helps to develop. The Stage School employs experienced professionals who are passionate about theatre and education – to ensure we meet the needs of both the group and the individual.

Recent productions from our Stage School and Youth Theatre include ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’, ‘Samphire’, ‘The Greatest Show’, ‘Elf Jr’, ‘Matilda Jr’, ‘Aberetwm’, ‘Hansel and Gretel’, ‘Cable Street’

LAMDA examinations

The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art is the oldest drama school in the UK. We offer the opportunity for any student, whether they are a part of the stage school or not the opportunity to take the LAMDA exams. Students will have the opportunity to take the acting exam, performing either a solo or a duologue. These exams help to improve confidence and public speaking skills that will benefit any child. A LAMDA exam is the speech and drama equivalent of a music grade going up to a Grade 8, with Grades 6, 7, and 8 being worth UCAS points that could help to progress your child’s journey into higher education. Students who are taking LAMDA exams will receive one-on-one sessions with highly qualified, registered LAMDA teachers. As a LAMDA Private Centre, we organise and host our own exam sessions so students can take exams right here at Aberystwyth Arts Centre and avoid travelling somewhere unfamiliar.

Join today

To learn more about our dance classes or to register your child, please contact us at takepart@aber.ac.uk or call 01970 622888.

Alternatively, you can join our waiting list and we’ll be in touch as soon as we have more information.

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Our Classes

Little Stars 3-4

Our Little Stars classes are designed to build confidence and encourage self-expression through foundational skills in dance and acting for 3 to 4 year olds in a fun and supportive environment. Under the guidance of a caring instructor, your child’s imagination will blossom and their physical coordination will improve as they explore the magical realms of dance and acting while making new friends.

Preludes (5-6)

Preludes is a perfect blend of fun, self-expression, and skill-building for children aged 5 and 6. Through a delightful combination of dance and acting, your child will embark on a journey of discovery, learning, and growth as they unleash their imagination, develop physical coordination, and build friendships in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Lower Stage School (7-9)

Our Lower Stage School is designed for students in years 2 to 3 to develop their skills in acting, dance, and singing under the guidance of supportive and encouraging teachers. Students will build their confidence and creativity in an entertaining and social environment. They will have the opportunity to put their skills into practice by taking part in studio sharings and main stage performances.

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Upper Stage School (9-11)

Our Upper Stage School is designed for students in years 4 to 6 to develop their skills in acting, dance, and singing under the guidance of supportive and encouraging teachers. Students will build their confidence and creativity through theatre games, drama exercises, and main stage performances. Our welcoming and supportive environment is the perfect space for students to grow their acting abilities and meet new people.

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Lower Youth Theatre (11-14)

Our Lower Youth Theatre is designed for students in years 7 to 9, whether they are complete beginners or wish to take their performance skills to a more advanced level. Through main stage productions, set against a background of theatre games and drama exercises, members of the Youth Theatre learn and develop the fundamental elements of actor training in a fun, progressive and structured way.

Upper Youth Theatre (14-18)

Our Upper Youth Theatre is designed for students in years 10 to 13 to explore the art of storytelling, character development, dance, singing and stage presence. Whether you're a budding actor, future technician, or just looking to boost your self-confidence, we welcome all skill levels. We offer the chance to take part in stage productions as well as develop essential skills like teamwork, public speaking, character development, and the magic of storytelling.

Upcoming Stage School Productions

NT Connections - Orchestra

Aberystwyth Arts Centre Youth Theatre presents Orchestra by Charlie Josephine. Orchestra is about a youth orchestra that practices during half-term holidays in preparation for a concert. Unexpected events cause them to question their connection with success. How do you protect the joy of the process whilst also wanting to be the best? Is striving for artistic excellence worth the pressure of losing your soul? This is the home performance, which will be part of the National Theatre Connections Festival 2023

National Theatre Connections

This is the National Theatre’s annual, nationwide youth theatre festival. The programme has a history of championing the talent of young people from across the UK. Every year, Connections commissions new plays for young people to perform. The programme brings together some of the UK’s most exciting writers with the theatre-makers of tomorrow.

Frozen Jr

Aberystwyth Arts Centre Stage School proudly presents a Youth Production of Frozen Jr. Frozen JR. is based on the 2018 Broadway and West End musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway and West End production.

Whether you've attended a show, a film, or an exhibition, participated in one of our classes, or simply dropped by for a coffee, we value your feedback. Whether you had a fantastic experience or if there's something we can improve on, we are always eager to hear from you.