ISLAND Youth Theatre
Island Youth Theatre Academy 2026–2027
Give your young performer the chance to shine! Island Youth Theatre Academy offers a fun, inclusive and creative space for ages 5–17 to build confidence, develop performance skills, and take part in an exciting end‑of‑year show.
Term Time Saturdays:
Minis (5–6 yrs) — 10:00–10:45am
Juniors (6–9 yrs) — 11:00–12:00pm
Seniors (10–17 yrs) — 12:00–2:00pm
DATES (Mayor’s Carnival Parade, Date TBC)
Term 1 Sat 5 Sept 2026 – Sat 17 Oct 2026. (7 weeks)
Term 2 Sat 7 November 2026 – Sat 12 Dec 2026 (6 Weeks)
Term 3 Sat 9 Jan 2027 – Sat 30 Jan 2027 (4 weeks)
Term 4 Sat 20 Feb 2027 – Sat 20 March (5 weeks)
Term 5 Sat 10 April - 15 May (6 weeks)
Term 6 – (including Island Youth Theatre Academy show). 22 May – 26 June (6 weeks+ extra rehearsal + show)
Drama, dance and music for children aged 4-17 years. ISLAND Youth Theatre's introductory sessions for younger children enhance confidence, self-expression, communication and presentation skills as well as encouraging collaboration, team work and promoting leadership. Express yourself through performing arts with this ultimate youth theatre group under the professional guidance of tutors. ISLAND Youth Theatre take part in all ISLAND Arts Centre major events.
September 2026 – June 2027
35 weeks of engaging workshops, rehearsals and performance opportunities.
Payment
You may pay in full by 29 August, 12 noon, or split payments across 6 instalments.
Full Year Payment
Minis: £200
Juniors: £200
Seniors: £250
Instalment Plan
Payment 1 (Enrolment) – due 29 Aug
Minis £42 | Juniors £42 | Seniors £52.50
Payment 2 – due 31 Oct
Minis £36 | Juniors £36 | Seniors £45
Payment 3 – due 22 Dec
Minis £24 | Juniors £24 | Seniors £30
Payment 4 – due 13 Feb
Minis £30 | Juniors £30 | Seniors £37.50
Payment 5 – due 3 Apr
Minis £36 | Juniors £36 | Seniors £45
Payment 6 – due 15 May
Minis £36 | Juniors £36 | Seniors £45
Enrol Today
Call Arts Reception on 028 9244 7452 to secure your place. One free taster session available for new participants joining for the full year.