Are you aged 7-17 and interested in acting and performing? The Octagon Youth Theatre is for you.

Perform on stage in a professional theatre and work with experienced theatre professionals to develop your acting skills, confidence and creativity.

Each term you will work on a wide range of acting and performing activities, as well as taking part in exciting performance opportunities.

We currently have three Youth Theatre groups which meet on a weekly basis. Sessions take place during the following times:

7-11 years (school years 3-6) meet on Saturday 9.30am to 11.00am
11-14 years(school years 7-9) meet on Tuesday 4.30pm to 6.30pm
14-17 years(school years 9+) meet on Wednesday 6.00pm to 8.00pm

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