Stage One Youth Theatre Group

31/05/2026

Stage One Youth Theatre recently attended the National Operatic and Dramatic Association (NODA) South East Celebration Day, and we are incredibly proud to have been named Best Youth Production in the South East for our production of Footloose the Musical, performed at Petersfield Festival Hall in February 2025.
This fantastic achievement is a true testament to the hard work, dedication and talent of our cast, creatives and production team.

✨ Don’t miss our next show! Join us for Wonderland at Petersfield Festival Hall, 29–31 October.

🎟 Tickets are on sale now!

28/05/2026

Congratulations to former Stage One members Ben Irish, Caitlin Biddlecombe and Siobhan Carroll who have been cast in We Will Rock You at Kings Theatre. We can’t wait to see the show!

10/05/2026

Stage One Youth Theatre Group is so grateful to be short listed by The Spotlight Awards for best large youth production for Oklahoma! Such deserved recognition of our talented cast, creative team and volunteer helpers.

13/04/2026

If you know of any young performers, auditions to join Stage One Juniors are open now!

1 week today until our NEW MEMBER auditions! Make sure you book your slot! Get in touch!
⏰Friday 17th April 5.00-6.45pm
📍 Drayton United Church Hall
How to book an audition slot;
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 07481025872

28/03/2026

StageOne are extremely excited to be starting their new adventure in the form of Wonderland the musical from renowned composer Frank Wildhorn. This retelling of an incredible story based on Alice in Wonderland is going to take you on a journey down the rabbit hole like you’ve never seen before. more exciting updates to follow soon. Keep your eyes peeled.

28/02/2026

What a fabulous Wonderland workshop yesterday (more about that later).
But a big well done to our Star of the Week, Aimee who put her all in last night ⭐

25/02/2026

Stage One Youth Theatre is looking for enthusiastic new members to join our friendly, award-winning theatre group! Everyone is welcome to audition to join, whether you’re an experienced performer or completely new to the stage. We are especially encouraging boys aged 14–19 to get involved, as they are currently under-represented in our group—so if you’ve ever thought about giving musical theatre a try, now is the perfect time to be part of something amazing!

📩 Email to find out more: [email protected]

22/02/2026

Another fantastic review, this time from Southern Arts Review. Oklahoma! was truly a production worthy of the historic Kings Theatre Portsmouth.

Stage One Youth Theatre, King's Theatre Southsea21st February 2026Reviewer: Johnny MarksImages: The Great Little Photographer Oh, what a beautiful evenin’! It is one that will stay long in the fondest of memories for this particular Saturday evening audience. The setting is America’s Midwest, 19...

22/02/2026

A wonderful review from Fairy Powered Productions that highlights the contribution of the ensemble and the creative and production teams, as well as our fabulous principals.

Kings Theatre Portsmouth - 21st February 2026  Reviewed by Emma Barnes 5*****  There was a joyful confidence in the way Stage One Youth Theatre approached their latest production at the Kings Theatre, proving that a Golden Age classic like Oklahoma! still has plenty to say when placed in capable...

22/02/2026

Thank you to all participants of our grand raffle.
Here is a full list of winners.