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4.9

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Evaluating 179 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Reviewers consistently highlight the dedicated and supportive staff, who are praised for their passion, care, and ability to foster a welcoming environment for all children. Customers frequently note the significant growth in confidence and development of new skills, including singing, dancing, and acting, which children gain through engaging and fun sessions. Many people appreciate the exceptional opportunities provided, such as performing in professional venues like the Royal Albert Hall, which inspires young individuals to pursue their passions. The overall experience is often described as wonderful and enjoyable, with children eagerly looking forward to attending and feeling part of a supportive community.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

TheatreTrain Harborne My son, Victor, has been with this company for about 3 years now. His level of confidence and self esteem have increased significantly, and he’s improved his communication too.... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our daughter has been attending Theatretrain Harborne for 4 and a half years, the increase in her confidence in that time has been amazing. Mel and the team have been supportive from the start. She lo... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our daughter has been attending Theatretrain Minis for just over a year now and she absolutely loves it! She looks forward to her class every single week and always comes out bursting with excitement... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Theatretrain King’s Lynn is an exciting opportunity for children to express themselves in acting, singing and dancing. My daughter loves it. Over 3 years she grew in confidence, learnt lots of new ski... See more

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  1. Performing Arts Group

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Theatretrain is a franchise performing arts company offering professional classes in singing, dancing and acting for 4 to 18-year-olds at almost seventy centres across England and Wales. Established in 1992 by educator, author and industry expert Kevin Dowsett, Theatretrain has become synonymous with excellent teaching standards and large scale national performances at prestigious venues such as The Royal Albert Hall and O2 Arena. Kevin has always believed in the power of the performing arts to enhance young people's lives and provide them with the necessary skills to reach their full potential in any career they choose. A solid foundation in teamwork, communication skills, resilience and confidence can take you anywhere! Theatretrain centres are known for their warm welcome as well as their professional attitude. No auditions are necessary and all levels of ability are catered for. For students wishing to get a taste of the professional world of film, TV, stage and live events work, professional representation is available on completion of six months Theatretrain membership.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been attending Theatretrain…

I have been attending Theatretrain Maldon since I was 7 years old, and it has been such an amazing part of my life. The teachers are incredibly supportive, encouraging, and passionate about what they do, creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels included. Over the years, I have grown so much in confidence and have developed my singing, acting, and dancing skills while making some fantastic friends along the way.

The opportunities to perform are brilliant, and every show is put together with so much care and dedication. Theatretrain Maldon feels like a second family to me, and I always look forward to going each week. I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys performing arts or wants to build confidence, learn new skills, and be part of a friendly and supportive community.

20 June 2026
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Thanks for the 5 stars. It's lovely to hear how much you enjoy our classes.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bravo, Matilda Cast!

What an absolutely fantastic production of Matilda! The talent, confidence, and energy shown by all the children were truly impressive. From the acting and singing to the choreography and stage presence, every detail reflected the hard work and dedication of both the young performers and the drama club team behind the scenes.

As a parent, I was completely overwhelmed with pride. In fact, I spent about half of the show in tears watching my daughter perform. Seeing her on stage with such confidence, joy, and passion was an incredibly emotional experience and one I will never forget.

A huge thank you to Carol and the entire Carshalton team for making this production possible. You have created a special experience and wonderful memories for the children and their families. We left the theatre smiling, inspired, and incredibly proud. Bravo to everyone involved!

14 June 2026
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Thanks for the 5 star review. We're glad you enjoyed the show.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had the pleasure of being a chaperone…

I had the pleasure of being a chaperone on Sutton Theatre Train's recent production of Matilda Jnr at Charles Cryer Studio Theatre. I can't begin to use all the wonderful words to describe the Company.
Can leads the group with passion, enthusiasm, humility, humour, care and dedication. You can see how much Cas and her team bring to the group in the smiles on their faces.
I chaperone a lot and have rarely seen such happy children, so full of joy and enthusiasm. This makes each and every one of them shine and perform to their potential. This is a rare find.
It was pure joy to meet a Company of such well mannered, polite, kind and talented children. You should be VERY proud of what you do at Theatre Train Sutton.

14 June 2026
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Thanks for the great review and for helping to chaperone at the show.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sutton theatretrain put on a great play…

Sutton theatretrain put on a great play Matilda is a great show for kids and it was lovely to see all kids had a role either on play 1 or 2. Great supporting cast for technical and emotional needs of the kids. Thoroughly enjoyable time at the Cryer theatre 😀

14 June 2026
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Thanks for the review. We're glad you enjoyed the show.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The highlight of my daughters week!

My daughter absolutely loves Theatretrain Bristol! It is genuinely the highlight of her week, and she looks forward to every session. The teachers are incredibly supportive, encouraging and passionate, helping children build confidence while having lots of fun.

Since joining, I’ve seen such a positive difference in her confidence, performance skills and friendships. The atmosphere is welcoming, inclusive and inspiring, and it’s wonderful to see how much the children enjoy being part of the Theatretrain family.

I couldn’t recommend Theatretrain Bristol highly enough to any parent looking for a place where their child can grow in confidence, develop new skills and make amazing memories.

6 June 2026
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Thanks for the 5 stars Jenni. It's nice to hear how much our classes have improved your daughter's confidence.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cannot recommend Theatretrain enough

Cannot recommend Theatretrain enough. Everyone is so lovely and the teachers are fantastic. Both my daughters have grown in confidence and love coming every week

6 June 2026
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Thanks for the great review Suzi.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best performing arts industry

Every Saturday I wake up at around 7:30-8am and think Finally! I get to go to Theatretrain again after a very long week of school. The people you meet there are so kind and so are the creatives team. Everyone there gets a chance to shine in the spotlight, whether that’s leading a dance, being a main in the dramas, or even getting a chance to audition for a solo. Everyone there makes life long friends and meet new people every step of their Theatretrain journey. I have been with Theatretrain for near enough 5 years and every Saturday feels like 3 hours is not enough for me as it’s the thing I enjoy the most ♥️

I seriously recommend this to any parent looking for a place for their child to shine. ✨
I would also like to mention how awesome Theatretrain is for their shows. I have done a show at the royal Albert hall back in 2023 and it was the most memorable thing I will always remember and my Theatretrain group have done some quiet unforgettable performances 💖

1 June 2026
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Thanks for a great review and recommendation Lilly. We're delighted to hear how much you love our classes.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Incredible

Incredible! Our daughter loves all the team at Theatre Train and it’s the club where she is absolutely at home and can be herself. It’s a joy to watch their shows and see how buzzing they are when they come home from TT each week.

30 May 2026
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Thanks for the 5 stars.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Theatre Train Maidstone

My 8 year old daughter has been attending Theatre Train Maidstone for almost 3 years. Saturday mornings are the highlight of her week ! She is learning so much about all elements of performing and has a real love for drama, and a huge part of this is down to the guidance, support and care she is given. The team work hard to make every child feel like they belong and to nurture their skills and praise their achievements - very little phases Zara and I think a large part of that is due to the confidence she has gained being part of such a friendly, fun and educational theatre group. Thank you Olivia, Alice, Emma and Lauren

24 May 2026
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Thanks for the great review and 5 stars Faye.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Spooktacular Superstar Performance from TheatreTrain King’s Lynn

Absolutely blown away by TheatreTrain King’s Lynn’s production of The Addams Family at the King’s Lynn Corn Exchange. What an incredible show from start to finish!

The cast were nothing short of superb — every single performer brought energy, confidence and personality to the stage.

The children were outstanding; their talent, professionalism and stage presence were beyond their years. You could see how much hard work and passion had gone into every moment.

The comedy timing was brilliant throughout, with so many laugh-out-loud moments, balanced perfectly with stunning vocals and emotional performances. The choreography was sharp, creative and incredibly well executed, while the costumes and overall production design captured the spooky Addams Family vibe perfectly.

A truly entertaining, polished and heartwarming performance that showcased an amazing young cast and creative team. Huge congratulations to everyone involved — you should all be so proud. A real superstar production!

24 May 2026
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Thanks for the 5 star review Gemma. We're thrilled that you enjoyed our latest production.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This performance was so good

This performance was such a good take on The Addams Family - all the cast put their all into the production and made a pleasurable afternoon for all

24 May 2026
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Thanks for the 5 stars Janet. We're delighted that you had an enjoyable afternoon at the show.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I found the performance very enjoyable…

I found the performance very enjoyable and fun
Impressed with the timings of all the children and the excellent singing, particularly, the solo singers
I enjoyed this more than some professional performances I have seen in the past
Well done to all involved

24 May 2026
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Thanks for the review Jayne. We're glad you enjoyed the show.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I saw the production of The Addams…

I saw the production of The Addams Family - the cast were amazing and all the songs were really good. Look forward to seeing their next production.

24 May 2026
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Thanks for the great review Evie. We're glad you enjoyed the show.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Joseph’s Waller

This is the best place. Since I began I have been making friends and learning lots of new skills. Mark, Laura and our teachers are the best and they help you succeed.

23 May 2026
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Thanks for the great review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Theatretrain Maidstone = incredible performing arts school - highly recommend

My daughter has been attending Theatretrain Maidstone for around 18 months now. I highly recommend this performing arts school. The teachers, led by Olivia (the company director), are all exceptional and clearly truly care about the children/pupils who attend.

The annual performance was last weekend and it was absolutely incredible. It truly highlighted all involved, by way of the cast (the children) as well as the team behind it.

Olivia’s leadership, alongside the support and encouragement from the wider team, very clearly creates an environment where children are able to truly flourish in confidence, performance and teamwork.

Alongside this, it is truly inclusive and everyone is kind, friendly and willing to help and support others.

16 May 2026
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Reply from Theatretrain

Thanks for the 5 star review and recommendation Karri. We're so glad that your daughter is loving our classes.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Experience From Start to Finish

Absolutely amazing experience with Theatretrain Maidstone! The staff are incredibly supportive, professional, and welcoming. They really help build confidence in children while making learning fun and enjoyable. The classes are well organised, and you can clearly see the passion and dedication from the teachers. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a positive environment for acting, singing, and dancing. Thank you for all the hard work you do.

16 May 2026
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Thanks for the great review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Theatretrain - Maidstone

My daughter enjoyed the Theatretrain, Maidstone very much. She loves singing, dancing and acting. Last week they did the Show”Midnight Summer “, all the kids performed well, such a great team work. Well done to the teacher Ms Olivia and Children.
Keep it up high guys !!!

16 May 2026
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Reply from Theatretrain

Thanks for the review Sumedha. We're glad you enjoyed the show.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The pin badges were such a great idea

The pin badges were such a great idea!
Another incredible performance.
Madison absolutely loved being part of the show. I’m so looking forward to next years show already!
Madisons confidence has grown significantly since she joined Theatre Train Ashford. Thank you so much for all the hard work and effort you put in with them!

17 May 2026
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Reply from Theatretrain

Thanks for the 5 stars. We're glad you enjoyed the show.

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