About ACT
At ACT Youth Theatre, we share a deep passion for theatre and bring over 15 years of professional experience in performing arts, drama, and music.
Based in Carlisle and Penrith, Cumbria, we provide theatre classes for children and young people aged 4–18. We love working with young minds, as their creativity and imagination often lead to truly inspiring ideas.
Our mission is to nurture creativity, encourage a love of learning, and help every child grow in confidence within a positive, safe, and supportive environment. Through our weekly acting, singing, and dance classes, we focus on developing independence, teamwork, and self-belief—while celebrating the individuality and unique talents of every student.
ACT is open to everyone, no matter their skill level or experience. We work closely with families to ensure our youth theatre classes in Carlisle and Penrith are affordable as well as fun, engaging, and challenging.
We believe children should be at the heart of their community. That’s why we encourage our young performers to take part in local events in Cumbria as well as showcase their talents in our exciting ACT productions.
By working with schools, community groups, and other creative organisations, we open up a wide network of opportunities for our students. Everything we offer is delivered by a passionate and experienced team of professionals who are committed to inspiring the next generation.
Our weekly performing arts classes cover the three core elements of theatre: acting, singing, and dance. Using fun games and creative activities, we help students build technique, style, and stagecraft. Many of our students quickly grow from being shy and reserved to becoming confident, passionate performers—ready to shine both on stage and in life.
