Troupe
Troupe was a group for young people with experience of the care system, which offered a unique opportunity to get involved in theatre by seeing shows and shadowing professionals. Troupe engaged young people in the North East with a care background or living in supported accommodation aged 14 - 21.
Troupe Offered:
Monthly Theatre Trips
Every month we met up for a bite to eat before visiting one of Newcastle’s cultural venues to see a professional theatre show. The shows are chosen by the group. Performances were often be accompanied by
A short workshop beforehand with our team to explore the themes of the show we’re going to see
A question and answer session with the cast and creative team after the show
A backstage tour
Meeting the artists involved in making the show
Master Classes with Professional Artists
We worked with professional local artists to provide one off workshops to explore different skills in theatre and performing arts, this ranged from stand up comedy to lighting, set design or sound recording.
Opportunities to Shadow Artists on Theatre Projects
Curious Monkey was a theatre company and every year we made a new show. We offered shadowing opportunities for young people to work alongside our creative teams to gain experience of different roles within the theatre.
We Provided:
Travel to and from the theatre or workshop
Free theatre tickets for young people and a carer
Refreshments at trips and workshops
“I have met people who have been through similar experiences to me. I have learnt how different local authorities are and how policies differ from place to place. I have made connections with actors, directors, venues. I have become more confident within myself. I have learnt new skills. I got my first commission which led to work elsewhere.”
— Troupe Participant
