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Corn Exchange Young Performers (CXYP)

Young People

We want more young people to benefit from CXYP and offer more live theatre trips.

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About this cause

Corn Exchange Young Performers, CXYP, a Youth Theatre and part of BCEx Ltd. Runs weekly sessions, during term time, for 3 groups: P1-4, P5-7 and the High School. There is no selection process, anyone is welcome but we do have a max of 25 per group. Each group has a number of objectives: P1-4 includes encouraging self expression, developing creativity and contributing to creative performances: P5-7 includes devising, rehearsing and performing their own dramas with support and assisting one another in a supportive environment: HS includes taking active involvement in every aspect of the theatrical productions. Groups put on 1 public performance a year. There is a 3 day workshop in August. Our 1st Christmas show is in December. Our 1st live theatre trip was in 2016, we hope to repeat this.

How this cause brings people in the community together

It will play a supportive role in the development of young people - performance skills, self-esteem and confidence. In a rural community with limited transport links it will increase access for young people to the theatre as a place of education and entertainment. Local schools, 9 primaries in the area, do not have facilities to provide what CXYP offers. Parents value the work of CXYP.