The Bridge House Theatre Company

The Bridge House Young Company is a young people's theatre company resident to the Foundation’s  Bridge House Theatre.

The group is made up of young people aged 7-18 who are given the opportunity to work with industry professionals to create high quality theatrical experiences. Based in and around the theatre itself, The Young Company now boasts 45 members from all over Warwick.

The company’s work generates a real sense of belonging and identity and fosters ownership of children’s creative pursuits and productions. Through King’s Henry Endowment Trust, the Foundation is able to offer funded places to talented children who do to have the financial means to attend. The company have also contributed performers to community events, such as the local Regency Ball hosted by a community historical society, which further develops community links throughout Warwickshire.

Aims

The aim is to provide young people with varied opportunities to create consequential, ambitious, and high-quality theatre.

• To encourage creative collaborations that spark new friendships and moments of joy.
• To cultivate a safe environment for young people to express their individuality and be
celebrated for doing so.
• To allow members agency over the work they create and regular opportunities to contribute
to creative decision-making.
• To build self-esteem and challenge young people’s expectations of themselves through
critically constructive feedback from both staff and peers.
• To maintain low termly fees and offer subsidised places to encourage wider, more diverse
participation.
• To provide professional mentorship and positive role models who share relevant insight into
the arts industry.
• To meaningfully connect with the local community through bespoke festivals, projects, and
performances.

Pupil Involvement

For ages 7-18.