A new community theatre is underway at St Nicholas Community Centre, Holmechurch Lane, Beverley, and a new musical theatre group will be using it as their home.
Beverley Youth Theatre @ St Nicks meet on Sunday afternoons at the Centre. Although predominantly for young people starting from the age of 4 the group will welcome older “young at heart” members.
“We were originally Off Shoots Musical Theatre Company,” said Jane Walker, leader of the group, “but that name was when we were part of another society in the area. We have spent several months refurbishing the stage area at St Nicks using funding we received from Beverley Town Council”.
“In light of this funding and the association with St Nicholas Church, it was felt that a more appropriate name would be beneficial and we will be known as ByTe @ St Nicks.
As well as performing mainly musical productions the group will now offer education in theatre which can lead to exams through LAMDA (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art) as well as Musical Theatre exams with Trinity College of Music.
The new community theatre space will be available for other groups to hire shortly.
New members to ByTe @ St Nicks are very welcome and the sessions start on Sunday 13 January 13 – 3-4pm for 4-6 year olds and all other ages from 4pm until 6pm.
“This group is not run as a business, it is purely run by volunteers. I have over 40 years experience in professional musical theatre and professional singing and want to pass on what I have learned so that everyone can enjoy theatre” said Jane. “Our fees are £3 per hour and we are hoping to be able to offer bursaries to assist children whose families are on low incomes or benefits to be able to enjoy theatre”.
For further information contact Jane on 07582 931158.