The Gantry Youth Theatre
Community Development
We'd like to hire performance rights for the Wizard of Oz and involve our members and children from the local community.
About this cause
Our mission is to educate and enrich the lives of young people by providing innovative and professional-standard performing arts experiences. We are committed to being accessible to all, fostering teamwork and building confidence through new creative opportunities. We are (we believe) Southampton's oldest youth theatre and are entirely self funding. We run affordable weekly drama classes as well low cost after school clubs and holiday workshops. The youth theatre encourages young people to progress at their own pace along with gentle encouragement. Our young members can progress through from nervous beginner to central stage or stay safely in the chorus, it's their choice, we never push. Our objective is to reach even more children and help them grow in a fun and safe environment.
How this cause brings people in the community together
Children involved will make new friends, develop new skills, learn about commitment, working as a team and build confidence in a safe environment. Our volunteers are from the local community and we will encourage others to come and join the fun. Community groups will be invited to the performances at discounted rates. Free tickets will be made available to disadvantaged groups.