Theatretrain Sutton

Theatretrain Sutton is a renowned drama school, dance school, and performing arts group located in Carshalton, South London. With a passion for nurturing young talent, Theatretrain Sutton offers professional, fun, and friendly theatre training for children who love to perform.

At Theatretrain Sutton, students have the opportunity to build confidence and receive the best start in their performing arts journey. With a range of dance, singing, and acting classes available, children can delve into their passion and develop their skills in a supportive and encouraging environment.

One of the highlights of Theatretrain Sutton is the thrill of large-scale performances. Students not only receive top-notch theatre training but also have the chance to perform at prestigious venues such as the Royal Albert Hall. This experience allows them to showcase their talents and gain valuable stage experience.

Additionally, Theatretrain Sutton offers agency opportunities for those students looking to pursue a career in the performing arts industry. With connexions to a reputable theatre agency, students have the chance to audition for their books, giving them a potential pathway to a fulfilling career in the arts.

The emphasis at Theatretrain Sutton is on building inner confidence as a performer and as a person. The theatre aspect takes centre stage, with a focus on storytelling, attitude, and adaptability. This approach ensures that students become well-rounded individuals and performers who are confident in their abilities.

Theatretrain Sutton is proud to be a part of Theatretrain, a renowned performing arts organisation that has been training the next generation of stars and developing confidence since 1992. Founded by Kevin Dowsett, a highly acclaimed Artistic Director, Theatretrain has taught a generation of actors, including Kelly Brook, Catherine Tate, and Denise Gough.

At Theatretrain Sutton, the training sessions take place at Barrow Hedges Primary School. The sessions are fun, engaging, and suitable for children of all ages. The Main Company sessions are divided into age groups: 6-9-year-olds, 9-12-year-olds, and 13-18-year-olds. These sessions serve as rehearsals for performances that take place later in the year.

For younger children, Theatretrain Sutton offers Junior Ensemble sessions. TT Minis is designed for 4-5-year-olds, where they can participate in all three disciplines and learn the basic skills of storytelling, imagination, and stagecraft. TT Tinies, on the other hand, caters to 3-4-year-olds in a 45-minute session, allowing them to explore and develop their creativity.

For those looking for more challenging work, Theatretrain Sutton offers an Advanced Acting session, where performers can work with a group on more advanced and thought-provoking material. Though hard work, this session promises to be both fun and illuminating.

With rave reviews and testimonials from satisfied parents and students, Theatretrain Sutton aims to provide a platform for children to gain real performance skills, make agency connexions, and get the opportunity to perform in some of the UK's top venues.

Join Theatretrain Sutton today and give your child the chance to shine on stage and grow in confidence. Book a trial session now and discover why thousands of young people have loved every minute of their Theatretrain experience.