Found in the Forest Youth Theatre
Welcome to Found in the Forest Youth Theatre! We are a vibrant, creative theatre group based in the heart of the Forest of Dean at The Wesley, Cinderford. Our mission is to provide young people with the opportunity to explore their creativity and develop their skills in the Performing Arts. We offer weekly classes for 8-12 and 13-18 year olds. We welcome all abilities from complete beginners to experienced performers. Our weekly classes are designed to help young people develop their confidence communication and performance skills as well as providing a safe and supportive environment to explore the world through theatre. We make shows, create characters, script write, devise and play to make exciting new theatre.
Current Projects
Fowl Play is a devised piece that tells a story of the river Wye and how certain aspects of agriculture can impact water quality.
In the small town, the serene flow of the Wye has always been a lifeline for the community. However, the town’s idyllic charm is threatened when chicken farms set up on its outskirts. As the farm grows, so does the concern among the townspeople about the potential consequences on their beloved river.
Fowl Play challenges audiences to reflect on their own roles within larger ecological systems and consider the collective responsibility we bear for the health of our shared resources.
The devising and performance day are open to non youth theatre participants! You must be 10-18 years old and available from Monday 25th March, Tuesday 26th and Wednesday 27th for the performance (The Wesley Cinderford). £25 for 3 days please contact Abi to secure your place.
Why join us?
Found in the Forest provides you with a safe and creative way to express yourself,
build confidence, develop skills in collaboration and problem solving. We encourage
you to explore your creativity and imagination. We look at different topics and issues
in a safe and supportive environment. You will have the opportunity to perform to an
audience and be part of a fantastic community of people.
We meet on Saturday mornings at The Wesley in Cinderford (Belle Vue Road GL14
2AB)
Juniors (8-12) 10am-12pm
Seniors (13-18) 1pm-3pm
Classes start from Saturday 11th November 2023 and are in term time.
Cost is £3 per participant. We have a policy to include all participants so please do
get in touch if financial assistance is needed.
Abi Wright- Youth Theatre Director
Abi grew up in the Forest of Dean and was an active member of all things Drama. She trained in
Applied Theatre and Education at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and has worked in
education and community theatre ever since. She has taught Drama for the last 8 years in London
and Melbourne, Australia. She lives in the Forest with her partner, 2 children, chickens and a cat and
is delighted to be back working in the place she loves best. Abi believes theatre is good for the soul
and knows that in her own youth theatre days it changed her for the better.
Please feel free – as a young person or parent/guardian – to contact Abi directly with any questions.
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