What people say about our work…

Youth Theatre Members

Theo“When I originally joined Classworks I was quite an insecure person, I didn’t really have much confidence, I wasn’t that kind of person.  And my Mum just introduced me to drama and I thought I’d hate it.  But within the first week/two weeks I was loving it and Classworks is definitely the place to be if you want to learn more about yourself and build confidence.”
Theo, youth theatre member

 

 

 

Lilith“I think for me, the difference is that it doesn’t feel like we’re being taught drama, it feels kind of like we’re exploring stuff with the leaders, and we get opportunities to do stuff that isn’t just being taught, it’s us learning more.”
Lilith, youth theatre member

 

 

 

Fredi“I think I’ve changed so much … of course I’m growing up at the same time, that’s only natural, but this has really helped me, this group has helped me become a better person.  For want of a better word that is what it is.  Just being there the whole time when maybe school isn’t that great, friends outside of school aren’t so great, you’re meeting people here that are interested in what you’re interested in so you’ve got guaranteed people that you’ll get on with and activities you’re going to enjoy.”
Fredi, youth theatre member

  

  

Adults and Professionals

“Every individual in that group has overcome a personal challenge – ranging from talking to people who are older than them, expressing their thoughts in a group, to letting their imaginations really go. It has been wonderful to watch.  It will definitely be remembered for a very long time.”
Helen Green, Haydon Bridge, Hexham on “In Limbo” by Claire MacDonald
Touring Workshop

“For me the most powerful and important aspect of the work was the faith and belief expressed in it towards our young people. In response they achieved commitment in a very short period.  Students who took part in the project have a new quiet confidence about their drama work and find themselves taking more leading roles in group organisation and decision-making. Their experience passes down to other students.  Dictation has raised the stakes.”
John Doona, Egerton Park Performing Arts College, Manchester on “Dictation”, by Mike Kenny
Touring Workshop

“All round great stuff – so many activities, so much talent.  Classworks deserves to pat itself on the back.  Keep up the brilliant work!”

“An excellent and diverse range of rich talents were at Classworks.  A privilege to watch such young talented performers.”
Audience Comments from CLASH Celebrate