Weymouth Drama Club - Curtain Raisers

We have a lively junior membership for 7 to 18 year olds and can cater for young people with additional needs, with notice. The membership is divided into different age groups, with each group having their own session. We offer weekly drama sessions, purely for fun, which help to raise self esteem and confidence. Our main aims are stated below: • Developing talent • Enjoying theatre • Enriching lives • Embracing individuality • Creating opportunities for young people. There are opportunities to take part in youth theatre and adult productions, skills workshops, including technical skills, festivals, most notably the National Theatre Connections project organised by the National Theatre, end of term showcases and theatre trips.

Contact

Telephone
01305 750050
Email
info@weymouthdramaclub.com
Website
https://www.weymouthdramaclub.com/

Venue

Venue address
7 Hope Street
Weymouth
Dorset
Postcode
DT4 8TU
Locality
Weymouth & Portland

Other information

Availability
Weekday
Term Time
Opening times
Mon: 18:00-19:00
Tue: 18:00-19:30
Thu: 18:00-20:30
Sat: 10:00-12:00
Additional Information
We are members of National Association of Youth Theatres. Not only do you get the thrill of being on stage, but being in the Curtain Raisers is a great way to make new friends, boost your confidence and self esteem and learn how to work as a team. Our different groups are as follows: Applause; for ages 7 to 11, meets on Mondays from 6pm to 7pm. Bravo; for ages 12 to 16, meets on Tuesday from 6pm to 7.30pm. Encore; for ages 12 to 16, meets on Thursday from 6pm to 7.30pm. Fanfare, for ages 16-18 meets on Thursdays from 7.30pm to 8.30pm; Backstagers; a group for junior members to learn more about backstage skills and a chance to put them into practice on Club productions. Young people may join just to do this activity at a reduced cost. This group meets from 10am to midday on the third Saturday in the month. Anyone can join the Curtain Raisers, there are no auditions or minimum standards and we don’t currently have a waiting list for most groups. See our website for an online application form or get in contact with us for how to join and cost information.
Age Range
7 years 0 months to 18 years 0 months

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible building to wheelchairs.
Toilet facility information
Toilet facilities.
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Address: 7 Hope Street  Weymouth  Dorset