Our award-winning Bridges groups provide young people and adults with additional needs and learning disabilities the opportunity to take part in drama and performance sessions - catering for ages 12 and over.

Take a look at this film to find out more about the what the group means to participants:

Bridges Youth Theatre

Bridges Youth Theatre offers a nurturing and creative space for an exciting introduction to drama for young people aged 12-17.

Participants learn acting skills, share ideas and connect with new people!

Bridges Company

Bridges Company offers adult participants aged 18+ a chance to work collaboratively to perform for audiences.

The sessions provide acting opportunities in an inclusive setting, with the emphasis being on gaining confidence and improving collaborative skills.

We have three Bridges sessions which take place on a weekly basis:

Bridges Youth Theatre meet on Wednesday 4.30pm to 5.30pm
Bridges Company Wednesday meet on Wednesday 2pm to 3.30pm
Bridges Company Thursday meet on Thursday 4pm to 5.30pm

BURSARIES

As a charity, we strive to keep our fees at an affordable cost so as many people as possible can take part. We also offer installment payment options to help people spread the cost of fees. We realise that for some families, the cost to take part is a barrier.

We are sometimes able to offer financial assistance to participants experiencing financial hardship as well as those from communities currently underrepresented within our participation groups thanks to the generosity of our funders. We actively encourage applicants from those experiencing financial hardship and also those from Black, Asian and Global majority backgrounds.

Please contact us before 9am Monday 28th November regarding bursaries for our Spring 2025 groups.

To enquire about a supported place, please contact: participation@octagonbolton.co.uk