Theatre School

The Theatre School, now based back at the Theatre following it’s refurbishment, has been running since November 1999. Children from the age of 6yrs to 16yrs can explore the world of theatre through drama, dance and singing under the guidance of experienced tutors. This helps to build confidence and social skills. Because we are based in the Forum Theatre, we are able to offer our students first hand experience of a working theatre. This includes working with visiting professional companies and actors where appropriate, technical training and performing our own annual showcase on The Forum Theatre stage. Our students also learn the fundamentals of stage management, sound and lighting. 

We run two groups: Thursday 4.30pm till 6.30pm for 6 to 9 year olds and Saturday 9.30am till 2pm for 9 to 16 year olds. Our approach is not regimented, we are about having fun whilst working hard to achieve a high standard in all aspects of theatre performance. Many of our students go on to performing arts colleges with great success as a result of the training they receive with us. 

Our students have the opportunity to audition for visiting professional companies such as “Annie” and our professional Christmas pantomime (Jack & The Beanstalk this year) to name but two. We also encourage students to audition for TV and film work and for other companies in the area. If you would like to bring your child along for a trial session please enquire at the Forum Theatre office or visit our web site for more details.  

For more information call 01642 552663, email forumtheatre@btconnect.com or visit www.forumtheatrebillingham.co.uk

The Theatre School has been involved in a number of professional productions, including:

Professional Pantomime at the Theatre
Annie the Musical
Joseph
Scrooge
Mad About Musicals
Christmas Cavalcade
Assisting various visiting Ballet companies.

Some of our students have also appeared in various TV productions.

Latest News

Guess Who's Coming To The Forum
Jimmy Cricket and Kurtis Stacey to star in this years Christmas Pantomime, Snow White & the Seven Dw…
Published on: 13-Mar-2013
Christmas Party Nights
Our Christmas Party Nights are on sale now. Dates are the 13th and 14th December 2013.
Published on: 15-Jan-2013
Do it in style!
VIP Hospitality Lounge Tickets are now available from our box office. Click on the link to find out …
Published on: 02-Jul-2012

Special Offers

Ballet Special
Save £5 when you purchase tickets for both Swan Lake and Nutcracker together.
Published on: 13-Mar-2013

Amenities

The Forum Theatre has many facilities to make your trip to the Theatre more enjoyable including bar and coffee areas which are open for all performances. For disabled patrons we also offer disabled toilets on all floors, a hard of hearing loop system and an easy access box office.

Quick Booking

The Magic Of Motown
15th Jun 2013
We're Going On A Bear Hunt
18th Jun 2013 - 19th Jun 2013
Shaolin Warriors
28th Jun 2013
The Diamond Decades
29th Jun 2013
Tiddler & Other Terrific Tales
6th Jul 2013 - 7th Jul 2013
International Carousel
10th Aug 2013
The Lock In Dance Show
13th Aug 2013
Festival Gala Night
16th Aug 2013
Halfway To Paradise
13th Sep 2013
Dinosaur Zoo
24th Sep 2013 - 25th Sep 2013
The HitchHikers Guide To The Galaxy Radio Show - Live
5th Oct 2013
Viva la Drag
11th Oct 2013
Stick Man - Live On Stage
14th Oct 2013 - 15th Oct 2013
Essence Of Ireland
18th Oct 2013 - 19th Oct 2013
Joe Brown
20th Oct 2013
Ha Ha Holmes
21st Oct 2013
The Bay City Rollers Story
24th Oct 2013
TALON - The Best Of The Eagles
25th Oct 2013
Dominic Kirwan
31st Oct 2013
Dirty Dusting
1st Nov 2013
Postman Pat Live
2nd Nov 2013
Colin Fry
4th Nov 2013
Russian State Ballet And Opera House
6th Nov 2013 - 7th Nov 2013
From The Jam
9th Nov 2013
Blood Brothers
11th Nov 2013 - 16th Nov 2013
Room On The Broom
18th Nov 2013 - 19th Nov 2013
Miracle On 34th Street
20th Nov 2013 - 22nd Nov 2013
The Ladyboys Of Bangkok
27th Nov 2013 - 28th Nov 2013
Snow White
7th Dec 2013 - 5th Jan 2014
Showaddywaddy - Xmas Party
13th Dec 2013 - 14th Dec 2013
Roy Chubby Brown
24th Jan 2014
The Mousetrap
10th Mar 2014 - 15th Mar 2014
The Sensational 60's Experience
21st Mar 2014 - 22nd Mar 2014
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Upcoming Shows

The Magic Of Motown
15th Jun 2013
Direct from The States, the UK’s biggest Motown concert tour presents 36 massive hits from The Supremes, Temptations, Four Tops, Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Lionel Richie. . .
We're Going On A Bear Hunt
18th Jun 2013 - 19th Jun 2013
Join our intrepid adventurers on their quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, in…
Shaolin Warriors
28th Jun 2013
Direct from China, the internationally acclaimed ‘Shaolin Warriors’ are returning to the UK with a brand new show, “Return of the Master” before embarking on a world tour. This breathtaking theatrical…
The Diamond Decades
29th Jun 2013
The Diamond Decades is a live concert show, re-living and celebrating Neil Diamond’s great music. With a full live band, and featuring “JJ” Jones as Neil Diamond.
Tiddler & Other Terrific Tales
6th Jul 2013 - 7th Jul 2013
A brand new show from the award-winning Scamp Theatre adapted from the best selling books by Children’s Laureate, Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler (creators of The Gruffalo).