Aged 8-11 years?
Join us for a week long adventure working with a team of amazing artists! You'll spend the week creating, making and performing an original piece of theatre in a fun and supportive environment.

You will work with our Arts & Theatre Learning Leader Poppy Rowley, Musician and Creator Bev Lee Harling, and Stage and Set Designer Nicola Jones to create your own stage performance in the Barn Theatre.

Over five days you'll create, design, rehearse and then perform a self-devised play inspired by the elements of Earth, Fire, Water and Air.

As a group you might:
- Create your own characters and help shape the story
- Make sets, props, costumes and puppets
- Explore sound and music, creating soundscapes and an original song together
- Develop acting and storytelling skills
- Work collaboratively
- Rehearse and perform on stage at the Barn Theatre

The week is designed to encourage imagination, confidence and teamwork, with young people involved in every stage of the creative process. No previous theatre experience is required – just curiosity, creativity and a willingness to play.

Accessibility
We want every child and young person to have a positive experience with us. This activity is designed for participants who are comfortable taking part with a smaller level of support, as we’re unable to provide dedicated 1:1 support. If your child has additional learning or support needs, please get in touch before booking so we can discuss how we may be able to support them.

Ages: 8–11 years
Dates: Monday 24–Friday 28 August 2026
Final Performance: Friday 28 August at the Barn Theatre to friends and family

Practicalities
Some of the activities may be outside and movement based so please wear trainers and comfortable clothing suitable for the weather.

We are based in a rural location that is not served by public transport. Please let us know if you need any support in travelling to and from the Barn Theatre and Museum each day.

East Sussex Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme funded places
Thanks to DfE funding we are able to offer 8 free places for families who receive benefits related free school meals. For these children, we will provide lunch and snacks each day. Please let us know if you need help with transport to and from the Benbow Arts Space. Please book via EEQU

For more information please call 01424 559020 or email office@thebrightfoundation.org.uk