Theatre Drop In (Space to Play)

Looking for a space to create and explore performance? This weekly drop-in is for people who want to keep practising theatre and movement without having to commit to a full course. 

Each week will focus on a different topic to spark ideas for work you might want to develop further outside of the sessions. Each session is stand-alone, so you can come to as many or as few as you like and still gain valuable skills. 

Topics covered in each session include (subject to change)

• Week 1: Ensemble Performance
• Week 2: Improvisation
• Week 3: Accents with Andrea Hazel Lewis
• Week 4: Character Physicality
• Week 5: Screenwriting with Benjamin Salmon
• Week 6: Audition Preparation
• Week 7: Musical Theatre with Amy Parker
• Week 8: Devising
• Week 9: Devising
• Week 10: Scratch Night

What you get

• A guided creative outlet once a week
• Meet other theatre makers and performers
• Learn from expert facilitators in a supportive, non-judgemental space
• Take away new ideas or inspiration for new work

Meet the tutors

Phao May is a Movement Director, Director, Choreographer and Facilitator, working across stage and screen in London. She attained a foundation in Acting from RADA in 2014, and later an MA in Movement Directing and Teaching from The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in 2022. She has collaborated with Soho Theatre, The Bush, and National Youth Theatre and created work for Edinburgh Fringe and The Vaults. Her creative work spans plays, devised work, commercials, music videos and live comedy, working with trained actors and musicians, community groups and comedians. 

Isaac Jordan is a theatre director, writer and facilitator. His work focuses on the intersection of community heritage, theatre and storytelling, exploring ways to celebrate and strengthen everyday communities. In addition to working with the Roundhouse, he has collaborated with organisations including the Natural History Museum, SPID Theatre, the Pink Singers, UCL, Half Moon Theatre and Richmond Theatre.

Plus guests! Some sessions will include featured artists who are experienced in script writing, comedy and more. 

Do you need any particular skills or experience to take part?

You don’t need any specific skills but this will be most relevant to people who have done at least a bit of theatre or dance before. Open to all levels – we welcome back people who have attended previous terms.

How to join 

This is a drop in session which means there’s no need to book beforehand, just arrive and pay £2 at the front desk.

Please note spaces are limited and filled on a first come, first serve basis. Booking opens from 6pm and we recommend arriving at least 10-15 minutes early to secure a space, sign up and pay.

I’M NOT SURE I CAN AFFORD TO TAKE PART…

If you need help to pay for things like project fees, transport or childcare, we can help. Find out how you can get support. If you are using a bursary to pay for the project, please ensure you arrange this with the Advice Base with plenty of time before the start of the project.

I HAVE ADDITIONAL NEEDS. WHAT SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE?

We are committed to supporting D/deaf, disabled and neurodiverse young people, those with medical conditions, access requirements or any lived experience that may require adaptation, support or sensitivity. If there is anything you would like to let us (our youth workers, tutors or staff) know that will support your enjoyment and access, you can do so by emailing us at advicebase@roundhouse.org.uk, and we will contact you to discuss further how to best support your engagement.