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 (Cinderella 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

Christmas Party Nights
Our Christmas Party Nights are on sale now. Dates are 14th/15th and 21st/22nd December.
Published on: 09-May-2012
Pantomime Cast Announced
Following on from the huge success of Cinderella we are pleased to announce the cast for our Christm…
Published on: 19-Apr-2012
Facebook
The Forum Theatre is now on Facebook. See below for our link.
Published on: 08-Feb-2012

Special Offers

Ballet Special
Save £5 when you purchase tickets for both Swan Lake and Sleeping Beauty together.
Published on: 18-Jan-2012

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 Rat Pack Is Back
18th May 2012
Motown's Greatest Hits - How Sweet It Is
19th May 2012
Blake Live In Concert
22nd May 2012
Back From Benidorm
25th May 2012
MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS
27th May 2012
The Tiger Who Came To Tea
28th May 2012 - 29th May 2012
The Stones & Hendrix Experience
1st Jun 2012
Bob The Builder
2nd Jun 2012
Michael Winslow
14th Jun 2012
Alice The Musical
8th Jul 2012
James Burton & Albert Lee
13th Jul 2012
Billingham Festival 2012 Gala Night
17th Aug 2012
Dreamboats And Petticoats
3rd Sep 2012 - 8th Sep 2012
Spirit Of The Dance
12th Sep 2012 - 15th Sep 2012
From The Jam
20th Sep 2012
Shipwrecked
13th Oct 2012
TALON - The Best Of Eagles
28th Oct 2012
Milkshake - 'Come Out To Play'
29th Oct 2012
The Lady Boys Of Bangkok
30th Oct 2012 - 31st Oct 2012
Swan Lake and Sleeping Beauty
6th Nov 2012 - 7th Nov 2012
Foster And Allen
9th Nov 2012
A Salute To The 1940s
11th Nov 2012
The Woman In Black
12th Nov 2012 - 17th Nov 2012
One Night Of Queen
18th Nov 2012
Jack and the Beanstalk
8th Dec 2012 - 6th Jan 2013
Jackson Live in Concert Party Night
14th Dec 2012 - 15th Dec 2012
Abba Forever Christmas Party Night
21st Dec 2012 - 22nd Dec 2012
Sensational 60's Experience
16th Mar 2013
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Upcoming Shows

The Rat Pack Is Back
18th May 2012
THE RAT PACK IS BACK! “These guys are fantastic” Dannii Minogue. Direct from London’s Leicester Square Theatre, The 02 arena and a Royal Command Performance, the original British tribute to Frank Sin…
Motown's Greatest Hits - How Sweet It Is
19th May 2012
The ultimate celebration of the sweet sound of MOTOWN is back by popular demand! Come and join in the fun for our 10th anniversary in 2012. This stunning 100% live show combine’s first class music tog…
Blake Live In Concert
22nd May 2012
'LOVE LIFTS US UP' The greatest love songs of all time, in perfect harmony, with Brit-Award winning singers BLAKE “Four Voices in Perfect Harmony” Superstar vocalists ‘BLAKE’ (as seen on BBC Breakf…
Back From Benidorm
25th May 2012
Come and see Crissy in her stand-up comedian role, she is without doubt one of the UK’s true undiscovered genius talents. She has a unique ability to reduce her audiences to tears of laughter with her…
MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS
27th May 2012
Thundering rhythms on huge taiko drums interweave with layers of percussive soundscapes and delicate bamboo flute in a spellbinding display of precise choreography & sheer athleticism. Through years …