Manchester Theatre Academy

Manchester Theatre Academy The Home of Manchester Youth Theatre for 6-17 years. 🎬🎭 Are you aged between 6-18? Always fancied learning more about drama? When and Where?

Being involved in drama is a great way to build confidence, alongside learning new skills, working as a team and making new friends. So, why not join us on Saturdays at ‘Manchester Theatre Academy’? Droylsden Little Theatre, Castle close
Junior group- 6-10 yr olds, 1pm-2pm
Intermediate group- 11-14 yr olds, 2.15-3.45pm
Senior group- 14-18 yr olds, 4-5.30

pm

Stage, Set, Action! We will look at a

ll aspects of theatre-
· Drama games for team building, relaxation, imagination and thinking on your feet.
· Creating plots from props, music, poetry, news and stories.
· Building characters through voice, body language, movement and facial expressions.
· Improvisation and devising
· A chance to take part in productions whether you wish to act in it or take a back stage role.
· Working on audition pieces

About the director- Jayne Skudder has a BA honours in Drama and has been involved in theatre both acting and teaching for many years. Droylsden Little Theatre is where it all began for her, at a young age and she hopes to inspire young people to achieve their goals in drama. She recently taught at Partington Players Theatre Youth Group and together with a friend, directed ‘Totally Over You’ which won ‘Best Play’ at the One Act Play Festival. Many of the children won awards for their outstanding performances. Book early to avoid disappointment, as places are limited. Jayne- 07966482962
[email protected]
www.manchestertheatreacademy.co.uk

Have a fantastic Easter term break 🐣🩵If you fancy some extra drama over the holidays, we have some Easter workshops on b...
28/03/2026

Have a fantastic Easter term break 🐣🩵

If you fancy some extra drama over the holidays, we have some Easter workshops on both Tuesdays 31st and 7th both at only £15 each- this is welcome to everyone, not just MTA memebers, so if you wish to ask a friend, go for it!

https://manchestertheatreacademy.co.uk/booking/easter-workshops/

Please share with anyone that might seem interested 🙂

Our Easter workshops provide drama skills and fun for ages 6-18. It's a great way to build confidence and make new friends while creating theatre!

Looking for something to do this Easter Half Term? 🐣💛🎭Tuesday 31st March & Tuesday April 7th we’re hosting 2 separate Ea...
22/03/2026

Looking for something to do this Easter Half Term? 🐣💛🎭

Tuesday 31st March & Tuesday April 7th we’re hosting 2 separate Easter fun days! Full of creative skills and Drama Fun!

10am -1pm (Primary School Ages Y1+)
1:30pm - 4:30pm (Secondary School Ages Y7+)

Only £15 each! Both completely different, so you can book one or both!

Can’t wait to see you, open to everyone to join!

👉 https://manchestertheatreacademy.co.uk/booking/easter-workshops/

06/11/2025

Open Audition for the 2026 Partington Players amateur production of Silver Linings by Sandi Toksvig.

🎄✨ Halloween is officially behind us… which means it’s time to dive straight into Christmas mode! 🎅🎭Our festive shows ar...
06/11/2025

🎄✨ Halloween is officially behind us… which means it’s time to dive straight into Christmas mode! 🎅🎭

Our festive shows are nearly confirmed, so keep your eyes peeled for announcements coming very soon! 👀

Is your child aged between 6 and 17?
Don’t miss out on the magic, come get involved and book your place today!

👉 manchestertheatreacademy.co.uk

11/10/2025

We’re looking for 2nd hand scripts for ‘The Flint Street Nativity’ for our project+ group! If you know anyone or a society where we can purchase them from for a reasonable price, hire or borrow! That’ll be fantastic.

Cheers, Billy & Jayne

04/10/2025

Drama Workshops Cancelled Today 4th October 25.

👉 please read your WhatsApp Groupchat for more info about going forward.

We still have spaces in our Junior Group for this term & going forward! Ages 6-11 years old (Primary School Ages) 🎭Every...
20/09/2025

We still have spaces in our Junior Group for this term & going forward!

Ages 6-11 years old (Primary School Ages) 🎭

Every Saturday (During Term Time, 1pm-2pm)

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Children's drama group from Manchester Theatre Academy. Book a place in our inclusive children's drama classes on our website here.

⏰ For those last-minuters – there’s still time! 🎭🎟️Buy online now to secure your place: www.manchestertheatreacademy.co....
17/08/2025

⏰ For those last-minuters – there’s still time! 🎭

🎟️Buy online now to secure your place: www.manchestertheatreacademy.co.uk/booking/summer-workshops/

Not booked yet? No problem! 🙌

👉 Decide in the morning – just arrive at DLT by 10AM and pay by card on the door. (card only or bank transfer).

Please arrive with your child, if you’re not already on MTAs books, we will require some details, including emergency contacts.

Thank you.

Our summer workshops provide drama skills and fun for ages 6-18. It's a great way to build confidence and make new friends with creating theatre!

🎉 Primary Workshop Starts Tomorrow! 🎉Looking for something fun and creative for the kids this summer? 🎭Join Manchester T...
17/08/2025

🎉 Primary Workshop Starts Tomorrow! 🎉

Looking for something fun and creative for the kids this summer? 🎭
Join Manchester Theatre Academy at Droylsden Little Theatre on Monday 18th August for a full day of drama, games & imagination!

✨ For Years 1–6
🌟 Act out fairytales & magical characters
🎭 Create stories & puppet shows
🙌 Fun games to spark creativity

🕙 10AM – 2PM
💷 Just £15 per child
(Wraparound care available 9AM – 3PM +£12)

📍 Droylsden Little Theatre, Manchester M43 7AS

➡️ Limited spaces – book today!

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Our summer workshops provide drama skills and fun for ages 6-18. It's a great way to build confidence and make new friends with creating theatre!

🚨 Starts Monday! 🚨Looking for last-minute summer plans? 🎭Manchester Theatre Academy’s Summer Workshops at Droylsden Litt...
16/08/2025

🚨 Starts Monday! 🚨

Looking for last-minute summer plans? 🎭
Manchester Theatre Academy’s Summer Workshops at Droylsden Little Theatre kick off this Monday 18th August – and spaces are nearly gone!

✨ Workshops by Age Group:
• Mon 18th Aug: Year 1–6 – Fairytales, characters & imagination games
• Tue 19th Aug: Year 7–9 – Mystery, action & survival challenges
• Wed 20th Aug: Year 10–College – Scripts, stage & camera skills

🕙 10AM – 2PM (Wraparound care 9AM–3PM +£12)
💷 Just £15 per child per day

📍 Droylsden Little Theatre, Manchester M43 7AS

Perfect for kids & teens who love drama, acting, and creativity 🎬

➡️ Book now before it’s too late!

https://manchestertheatreacademy.co.uk/booking/summer-workshops/

Drama groups for children and teenagers in Manchester. Manchester Theatre Academy run inclusive drama groups, our members gain confidence and new skills.

Still time! Not sorted any child care for next week? Or does your child fancy a day of drama & fun?!Book now before it’s...
15/08/2025

Still time! Not sorted any child care for next week? Or does your child fancy a day of drama & fun?!

Book now before it’s too late, for ONE DAY ONLY* and for just £15, cheaper than your average summer workshop / day activity.

Book now 🙂

https://manchestertheatreacademy.co.uk/booking/summer-workshops/

*One day per year group

🎭 Looking for something fun, creative & affordable this summer? Manchester Theatre Academy's Summer Workshops are just £...
30/07/2025

🎭 Looking for something fun, creative & affordable this summer?

Manchester Theatre Academy's Summer Workshops are just £15 for a full day of drama, games & confidence-building fun! 🌟

📅 Dates for ages Year 1 – College
📍 Droylsden Little Theatre
💻 Book now via www.manchestertheatreacademy.co.uk or scan the QR code!

Need to ask a question? Text Billy on WhatsApp on 07424019463

Spaces are limited, don’t miss out on this one-day summer adventure! ☀️🎬

Address

Droylsden Little Theatre, 7 Castle Close
Manchester
M437AS

Opening Hours

1pm - 5:30pm

Telephone

+447966482962

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