Youth Theatre

Pentabus is the nation’s rural theatre, creating original productions and championing emerging writers. Our Youth Theatre, focuses on supporting young people aged 11-18 on as they begin their creative journeys. 

Join us at Ludlow Assembly Rooms on Wednesday evenings during term time for weekly sessions led by experienced directors and guest artists. 

• No experience needed – just enthusiasm  

• Act, devise and perform in staged productions  

• Develop your acting skills with an award-winning theatre company  

• Build confidence and make new friends  

Our Youth Theatre is a creative space where your ideas and imagination come to life. Whether you’re a natural on stage or just fancy giving it a go, there’s a place here for you. 

“This has been an amazing experience! The people are brilliant, we recently performed an incredible play called Tuesday. It was AWESOME!” 

PYT Member 2026 

Audience feedback:  100% of audience members said they would recommend joining Pentabus Youth Theatre to others. 

Ready to get involved? Find your school year group below and sign up for the right session. 

When: 

For ages 11–18, sessions take place on Wednesdays during term time. 

• School Years 7–9: 5:00pm–6:15pm (typically ages 11–14) 

• School Years 10–13: 6:15pm–7:30pm (typically ages 14–18) 

Term 1: September – December 2026 

Term 2: January – March 2027 

Term 3: April – June 2027 (PYT show in late April or early May, to be confirmed) 

Summer activities – July 2027  

Where: 

Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 1 Mill Street, Ludlow, SY8 1AZ 

Cost: 

The fee per school term is £90 (bursaries are available) 

Download our Bursary Application Form 

We also offer free trials for first-time members during the autumn and winter term.