Classes

We have three main production 'companies' and produce two shows every year with each group.We also run fun weekly classes, for a range of ages, for pupils who want to develop individual performance skills or simply enjoy drama in a more relaxed class setting. Our numbers are strictly limited as we feel it is vital that each child has the opportunity to perform speaking roles and actively participate in all productions. There is no 'back row of the chorus' with Direct Theatre.

We offer free trial sessions for all our classes - everyone is welcome to come along and take part in a class and see if they enjoy it. Call Direct Theatre on Tel: 01202 416507 to book a session

The Spring Street Company (6 - 12 years)

Director: Juliette Malan

Maximum 25 students

This is our junior company which provides a good grounding in performance skills. Regular sessions involve drama games, group improvisation and movement sessions. This term we are working work towards are next production in March. Building on the fantastic aqchievements of last years show 'Journey To Narnia' at The Lighthouse, Poole, this group is now ready for a new and exciting challenge (have a look at the pictures on our past productions page )

VENUE: The Deaf Centre, Harcourt Road, Pokesdown
TIMES: Saturdays 10.00am – 12.00pm
COST: £95.00 per term

The Minack Company (13 - 15 years)

Director: Juliette Malan

Maximum 20 students

This production group have the opportunity to work towards both scripted and devised performances and produce two productions each year. This term we begin work on an exciting new project.The Minack Company along with The Loose Moose Company will be staging a brand new production 'BLOOD, TEARS & LAUGHTER' at The Pier Theatre in Bournemouth in March 2010! (See Lastest News page for more information)

VENUE: St. Peter’s School. St. Catherine’s Road,Southbourne
TIMES: Thursdays 6.45-8.15pm
COST: £85.00 per term

The Loose Moose Company (ages 15 +)

Director: Peter Courtenay

Maximum 20 students

We always try to find challenging new projects for our senior production group. Pupils are encouraged to explore different styles of theatre and develop their individual skills to a more advanced level. Following the sucess of last year's production - 'Lord Bradstock's Unfortunate Picnic' an open air production within the gardens of The Red House Museum, Christchurch (have a look at Past Productions page). We continue work on our latest production to be staged at The Pier Theatre, Bournemouth in March 2010.

VENUE: St Peter's School, St. Catherines Road, Southbourne.

TIMES: Thursdays 6.45pm-8.15pm

COST: £80 per term

Introductory Drama (Ages 4- 7years)

This fun class introduces younger children to drama. Regular sessions include drama games, music, dance and storytelling. Encouraging children to build confidence and develop their creativity. Each terms work culminates in a performance to friends and family.

VENUE: The Deaf Centre, Harcourt Road, Southbourne

TIMES: Tuesday evening 4.30pm - 5.15pm

COST: £50.00 per term

Junior Acting Class ( Ages 7-13 years)

This small class encourages pupils to develop their performance skills in a fun group setting. Regular classes include plenty of drama games and improvisation with the option to enter LAMDA examinations and festival classes.

Venue: The Deaf Centre, Harcourt Road, Southbourne

Time: Tuesday evening 5.30pm - 6.30pm

Cost: £55.00 per term

Senior Acting Class

This class is for older pupils who wish to develop their individual skills in acting and performance.Working in small groups, students have the opportunity to enter regular LAMDA examinations, festival classes and prepare for auditions. Numbers are limited as individual time is given to each pupil. Ages 13 - 18 years. Maximum 10 students

SENIOR ACTING CLASS 1

VENUE: St Peter’s school, St. Catherine’s Road, Southbourne
TIMES: Thursday evening 5.30 pm – 6.130pm
COST: £55.00 per term.

SENIOR ACTING CLASS 2

VENUE: The Deaf Centre, Harcourt Road, Pokesdown

TIMES: Tuesday evening 6.30pm - 7.30pm

COST: £55.00 per term