Through The Wardrobe: Children's Theatre Company is a drama school and dance school located in Gerrards Cross, New Zealand. The company was established with the goal of providing affordable and professional drama training for children and young people. Through The Wardrobe aims to help every child reach their full dramatic potential and builds confidence through imaginative classes within a supportive community.
The classes at Through The Wardrobe are designed to be inclusive and welcoming, catering to children of all ambitions and confidence levels. The focus is on building confidence through fun and imaginative classes, while also fostering individualism and uniqueness in each child. The company believes that every child should feel like a valued member of the Through The Wardrobe community.
Through The Wardrobe offers classes for different age groups: TTW TOTS for children aged 5–8 years, TTW JUNIORS for children aged 9–12 years, and TTW TEENS for teenagers aged 13–16 years. All groups participate in annual performances and various opportunities to showcase their talents.
Performing is a significant aspect of Through The Wardrobe, and the company provides numerous opportunities throughout the year for its members to showcase their skills. They have performed at prestigious venues such as The Royal Albert Hall, Her Majesty's Theatre in the West End, Theatre Royal Windsor, and many others. Some of their notable performances include their 20th Anniversary Show at Watford Palace Theatre, their Harry Potter shows at The Kenton Theatre, and their participation in NT Connexions Festival at The Arts Depot Theatre.
In addition to regular classes and performances, Through The Wardrobe also organises holiday workshops to keep children entertained. These workshops include “play in a day” sessions as well as week-long summer schools and theatre trips. Information about holiday workshops and events will be released on their website and mailing list.
Through The Wardrobe: Children's Theatre Company is committed to providing a nurturing and inspiring environment for children to explore their dramatic talents. Their focus on building confidence, fostering individualism, and offering exciting performance opportunities sets them apart as a leading theatre company in Gerrards Cross.