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Acting for Stage: Cidermill Festival (9 - 14yrs)

Cidermill Theatre

Acting for Stage: Character, Voice & Physicality Ages 9–14 Step into the spotlight and discover what it takes to bring a character to life on stage. Working with an experienced theatre practitioner, participants will explore acting techniques including character development, vocal skills, movement and stage presence. Through fun exercises, improvisation and scene work, young actors will build confidence and prepare scenes to share in a final performance at the end of the festival.

Week Dates
Cidermill Performing Arts Festival Mon 24th August 2026 - Wed 26th August 2026

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Junior Musical - Cidermill Festival (6 - 11yrs)

Cidermill Theatre

Junior Musical Theatre: It's a Hard Knock Life from Annie Ages 6–11 Sing, dance and perform one of the most famous musical theatre numbers of all time! Working with a professional singer and choreographer, participants will learn the songs, choreography and performance skills needed to bring 'It's a Hard Knock Life' from Annie to life. Perfect for young performers who love to sing, move and have fun on stage. The workshop will culminate in a performance for family and friends.

Week Dates
Cidermill Performing Arts Festival Mon 24th August 2026 - Wed 26th August 2026

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Senior Musical - Cidermill Festival (12 - 17yrs)

Cidermill Theatre

Senior Musical Theatre: Welcome to the Rock from Come From Away Ages 12+ Experience the energy, storytelling and powerful music of the award-winning musical Come From Away. Guided by professional musical theatre practitioners, participants will learn vocals, harmonies, choreography and ensemble performance skills while working on the show's opening number, Welcome to the Rock. A fantastic opportunity for young performers to develop their confidence and stagecraft while working as part of a dynamic ensemble.

Week Dates
Cidermill Performing Arts Festival Mon 24th August 2026 - Wed 26th August 2026

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Animators Studio - Cidermill Festival (8 - 17yrs)

Cidermill Theatre

Young Animators Studio Ages 8–16 Bring your imagination to life through the magic of stop-motion animation. Working with a trained clay animation specialist, participants will learn how to design and model their own characters, develop simple stories and create short animated films using professional stop-motion techniques. From sculpting clay models to filming and editing, this hands-on workshop is perfect for creative young people who love art, storytelling and film-making.

Week Dates
Cidermill Performing Arts Festival Mon 24th August 2026 - Wed 26th August 2026

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Script to Screen - Cidermill festival (12 - 17yrs)

Cidermill Theatre

Creative Script to Screen Ages 12+ Ever wondered what it takes to create a film? In this exciting hands-on workshop, participants will work together to develop, rehearse and film a short movie from concept to screen. Exploring story structure, script development and visual storytelling, young filmmakers will gain experience in acting for camera, directing and working as part of a film crew. Through practical exercises and filming sessions, participants will learn how stories are brought to life through the lens and contribute to a final short film to be shared at the end of the festival.

Week Dates
Cidermill Performing Arts Festival Mon 24th August 2026 - Wed 26th August 2026

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Music Composition for Film - Cidermill Festival (12 - 17yrs)

Cidermill Theatre

Music Composition for Film Ages 12+ Discover the powerful role music plays in storytelling. Working with a professional composer, participants will explore how music can create atmosphere, build emotion and enhance a film's narrative. Through practical activities, they will learn the fundamentals of composing for screen, experiment with musical ideas and create original soundtracks. Perfect for aspiring musicians, composers and creative thinkers interested in the world of film, theatre and media.

Week Dates
Cidermill Performing Arts Festival Mon 24th August 2026 - Wed 26th August 2026