Trestle School of Drama
Acting Without Limits
“I really love the fact that it’s just such a relaxed space, I’ve been to so many other drama classes before where there’s a big separation between adults and children, where […] it feels like you’re not allowed to be as creative as you can at Trestle. I feel very lucky to have access to something as brilliant as Trestle.”
Trestle School of Drama is fully inclusive and runs weekly sessions for ages 4-18 years. With over 40 years of experience in arts and education and a wide range of expert specialists at our fingertips, Trestle is the perfect place for children to start a journey with drama and grow in confidence and performance skills.
Trestle School of Drama also run regular Holiday Workshops and events, you can check out our next projects here.
We aim to create a stimulating and professional environment within which our participants can find their own creative expression. All tutors are Trestle trained and DBS checked.
FREE TASTER SESSIONS AVAILABLE FOR ALL CLASSES
Please email us at takingpart@trestle.org.uk, or call us on 01727 850950 to book!
Fully funded and partially funded spaces are also available on a conversational basis, no means test required use the contact details above or speak with Leda at the end of sessions to register your interest.
DATES AND TIMES:
Tuesday 8 September - Saturday 12 December (No classes on the 27 & 31 Oct due to half term)
“(My daughter) feels safe and valued in the class, she has increased in confidence and feels special in what she does at Trestle.”
BEGIN
SATURDAYS 9am-10am
For ages 4-7
Get started with drama and learn key skills through creative play.
EVOLVE
SATURDAYS 10.15am-12.15pm
For ages 11-14
Develop your acting skills with a focus on devising and voice, learning new theatre techniques and creating thought-provoking performances.
EMERGE
SATURDAYS 1pm-3pm
For ages 8-10
Build your skills and begin to explore creating your own stories to share on stage. Gain experience in text, movement and ensemble vocal work.
ADVANCE
TUESDAYS 5.15pm-7.15pm
For ages 14+
Develop your artistic process in intensive cross-art sessions tailored to your needs be it, drama school prep/ text work /movement or advanced skill development.
COST: Sessions will cost £240 a term per student or £120 per term for a BEGIN student (aged 4-7) paid in termly instalments.
Bursaries are available where financial support is needed.
For more information on each session download an information pack
Please return a filled in form or contact the team on takingpart@trestle.org.uk
tel. 01727 850950
Meet The Team
We are thrilled to welcome Leda Douglas (Creative Participation Practitioner) and Tristen ZiJuin (Creative Participation Assistant) to the Trestle family!
Leda is a Leicester born, Oxford School of Drama graduate with roots in street dance and Lecoq physical theatre, who shares, "Hi, I'm Leda Douglas, your friendly new Creative Participant Practitioner at Trestle Arts Base. Fun fact: I come from a family of artists, carpenters and dancers so am delighted to be joining Trestle’s creative team!"
Working alongside her is Tristen, a Malaysian born performer, director, and founder of The Fever Kinetic, who made history as one of Malaysia's youngest award-winning choreographers. Tristen adds, "Hello everyone! Tristen here! I'm an actor and facilitator with a deep love for storytelling and ensemble work and I'm so excited to join this vibrant community. Looking forward to meeting everyone and making some bold, beautiful theatre together!"
Together, they bring a wealth of international expertise in storytelling, ensemble work, and youth empowerment to our classes, and they cannot wait to inspire our participants!
Find us on Instagram at @TrestleSchoolOfDrama
