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Theatre School in Norwich Where Children Aged 4–18 Grow in Confidence Through Singing, Dance and Drama
From first steps in performing to developing existing talents, every child is encouraged, challenged and celebrated at Theatretrain Norwich. Through singing, dance and drama, children build confidence, creativity and friendships in a welcoming and inspiring environment.
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Does Your Child Love to Sing, Dance or Act?
At Theatretrain Norwich, children don’t just learn to perform. They grow in confidence, discover their creativity, build resilience and form friendships in a welcoming environment.
Every Child Is Welcome
Whether your child is stepping onto the stage for the first time or already loves performing, they’ll find a welcoming and supportive environment where they can grow in confidence, express their creativity and feel proud to be themselves.
Confidence That Lasts a Lifetime
Through singing, dance and drama, children build confidence, communication skills and resilience that last far beyond the stage. They learn to express themselves, work as part of a team and believe in their own abilities.
A Community Where Children Thrive
Theatretrain Norwich is more than just a weekly class. It’s a supportive community where children make friends, celebrate each other’s successes and grow together through singing, dance and drama.
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Rated 5 out of 5
“Theatretrain Norwich is amazing! My son and daughter come home every week ‘full of it’ and can’t wait to demonstrate their learning from the morning.
Hayley is so welcoming to all of the parents and children, and I feel assured that my children are in great hands! “
M. Bowthorpe
Book a Taster Class
Want to know if Theatretrain is right for your child? Come try it and find out!
We offer a 2-for-1 taster in all of our classes, giving your child the chance to experience Theatretrain more than once and discover if it’s the right fit for them.
Why Parents choose Theatretrain in Norwich?
Grow in confidence, find your voice
At Theatretrain Norwich, children develop confidence, creativity and self-belief through singing, drama and dance. Whether they are naturally outgoing or a little shy, every child is encouraged to discover their strengths and shine.
Friendships, teamwork and a place to belong
More than a theatre school, Theatretrain Norwich is a community. Children make friendships, support each other and become part of something they look forward to every week.
Professional opportunities, unforgettable experiences
From local performances to incredible venues like the Royal Albert Hall, children experience the excitement of performing while developing skills that stay with them for life.
About Theatretrain
Inspiring Young Performers Since 1992…
For more than 30 years, Theatretrain has been helping children and young people discover the excitement of performing through acting, singing and dance.
Founded in 1992 by Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett, Theatretrain has grown into a nationwide performing arts organisation, giving generations of young people opportunities to develop their skills, grow in confidence and experience the thrill of performing.
Over the years, Kevin has taught performers including Catherine Tate, Denise Gough and Kelly Brook, while thousands more Theatretrain students have taken the confidence, creativity, friendships and memories they gained with them long beyond the stage.
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Our Performing Arts Classes in Norwich and Wymondham
Our weekly performing arts classes take place at Hellesdon High School on Saturday mornings, Cringleford Primary School on Wednesday evenings and Silfield Oak Primary Academy in Wymondham on Thursday evenings.
Across our classes, children and young people aged 4–18 enjoy acting, singing and dancing in a fun and supportive environment, developing their confidence, creativity and performance skills while making friends and enjoying performing.
Theatretrain Main Company (Ages 6-18)
Our three-hour Saturday Main Company gives students dedicated training in acting, singing and dance, with specialist teachers for each discipline.
Students work in age-appropriate groups, developing their skills and confidence, making friends and having fun while working towards exciting performance opportunities throughout the year.
- Hellesdon High School, Norwich. NR6 5SB
- 6-18 year olds
- Saturdays | 10am – 1pm
- £83 per month by Direct Debit
Theatretrain Express (Ages 5-11)
Our 90-minute Theatretrain Express classes bring acting, singing and dancing together in one fun and energetic after-school session!
Designed for children aged 5–11, students build confidence, creativity and performance skills while making friends and enjoying performing together.
Join us on Wednesday evenings in Cringleford or Thursday evenings in Wymondham.
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Cringleford Primary School, Norwich (Wednesdays)
Silfield Oak Primary School, Wymondham (Thursdays) - 5-11 year olds
- 4.30pm – 6pm
- £50 a month by Direct Debit
Junior Company: Theatretrain Minis (Ages 4-5)
Performing Arts Fun For Little Ones
Your young performer will sing, act and dance their way through 90 minutes of creative fun!
Got a child who loves music, movement, stories and using their imagination?
MINIS gives them the chance to sing, dance, act, play creative games and make new friends, all while building confidence and discovering the fun of performing!
- Hellesdon High School, Norwich. NR6 5SB
- 4 – 5 year olds (parents do not need to stay)
- 9am – 10.30am
- £50 a month by Direct Debit
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Be part of something bigger…
Build Skills, Grow in Confidence & Experience the Excitement of Performing!
Performance is a big part of Theatretrain. Students have opportunities to put the acting, singing and dance skills they develop in class into practice through shows, showcases and exciting performance experiences.
Every other year, students also have the opportunity to take part in Theatretrain’s large-scale national production, with previous shows taking place at prestigious venues including the Royal Albert Hall and West End theatres.
For students who are interested in exploring performing professionally, we also work with Goldmans Management to offer additional opportunities including screen acting, audition experience and professional headshots.
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Book a 2-for-1 Taster
Not sure if Theatretrain is right for your child? Our 2-for-1 taster gives them the chance to join us for two classes for the price of one, meet the group and experience acting, singing and dancing for themselves.
It’s a great way to discover Theatretrain before deciding whether they’d like to join us regularly.
Answering your Theatretrain Norwich FAQs
What Theatretrain classes do you offer in Norwich?
We offer weekly performing arts classes for children and young people aged 4–18 across Hellesdon, Cringleford and Wymondham.
Our Saturday Main Company and MINIS classes take place at Hellesdon High School, with after-school Theatretrain Express classes on Wednesdays in Cringleford and Thursdays in Wymondham.
All of our classes combine acting, singing and dancing in a fun and supportive environment.
Can shy or less confident children join Theatretrain?
Absolutely. One of the most common things we hear from parents is how much their child’s confidence has grown since joining Theatretrain.
We create a friendly and supportive environment where children can join in at their own pace, make friends and gradually become more comfortable expressing themselves and performing with others.
Whether your child is naturally confident or needs a little more encouragement, they’ll be welcomed and supported as part of the group.
How much do Theatretrain Norwich classes cost?
Our monthly Direct Debit fees are £83 for Main Company and £50 for MINIS and Theatretrain Express.
We offer a 50% Universal Credit discount for Main Company, as well as a 50% discount for the youngest sibling attending Main Company or our Theatretrain Express classes.
Can my child try Theatretrain before joining?
Yes! We offer a 2-for-1 taster, giving your child the chance to attend two classes for the price of one before deciding whether they’d like to join us regularly.
It’s a great opportunity to meet the group, experience acting, singing and dancing and see what Theatretrain is all about.
Ready to give Theatretrain a try?
Book a 2-for-1 taster and let your child experience two classes for the price of one. They can meet the group, join in with acting, singing and dancing and discover what Theatretrain is all about.
We’d love to welcome them to Theatretrain Norwich.
