Theatretrain Reviews 

Me and my friend took part in the West End Tenors performance, the experience was very enjoyable both on stage and backstage. There’s been so many amazing memories made from this, we got to know each other better and made so many new friends or talked to people we wouldn’t talk too usually. So grateful to get to experience performances in the TheatreTrain Regional Choir and cannot wait for the next !! - Evie Gratton & Grace Hill

For our family, Theatretrain IOW has never been just about Saturday morning classes, or the inevitable moment when every coat hanger in the wardrobe seems to have your child’s name and role written on it. It’s about so much more.

It’s about children finding their people, building real friendships with others who share their creativity and energy. It’s about watching confidence grow week by week, seeing new skills develop, and noticing self-esteem flourish in ways that spill over into everyday life.

This professional and nurturing platform has given my girls the ability to speak confidently, read fluently and express themselves openly. They’ve learned to think independently and carry themselves with assurance, both on and off the stage. Through Theatretrain, they can sing, dance and act but they can also dress up, be silly, cry, laugh and fully embrace who they are, all without judgement.

The opportunities offered are truly exceptional. From high-quality productions to unforgettable experiences like the recent trip to New York, including dance classes at the world-renowned Broadway Dance Center, the exposure and inspiration these young performers receive is incredible.

We have been part of Theatretrain IOW for over 13 years, and I can wholeheartedly recommend it to any parent or child considering it. It’s not just a performing arts school, it’s a community, a confidence builder, and a place where children are empowered to shine.

My two nieces recently joined Theatretrain, and the transformation in them has been incredible to watch. From the very first few weeks, we noticed a real boost in their confidence. They’re both more expressive, more self-assured, and so much more comfortable speaking up and performing in front of others.

One of the most wonderful things has been the friendships they’ve built. They’ve found a whole new circle of friends who share their enthusiasm and creativity, and it’s clear they feel a strong sense of belonging. They talk about their new friends constantly and love practising together outside of sessions.

Saturdays have quickly become their favourite day of the week. They literally count down the days until their next session and can hardly contain their excitement when the weekend arrives. After each class, they come out with beaming smiles, absolutely buzzing with energy, eager to tell us everything they’ve learned and show off new skills.

It’s been such a joy to see them grow not only as performers but as confident, happy young people. I couldn’t recommend Theatretain more highly to any parent looking to nurture their child’s creativity, confidence, and social skills.

All the teachers are wonderful and friendly and you’re always met with a welcoming smile.

It’s such great value for money and selfishly now gives me 3 hours of ME time each week too.

My daughter has attended Theatretrain Bexley since the age of 3 with the Minis, she’s now 7.
She absolutely loves it! She’s made some amazing friends, the teachers are so warming towards each student and you can see just how proud they are of them - like they are their own children. My daughter enjoys performing from the small yearly showcases to the big shows such as The Royal Albert Hall. I can’t wait to see where this will take her

Clacton theatre train is amazing my daughter loves it there

Such a great outlet for children. Amazing training, coaching, encouragement and opportunities for children with a passion for the performing arts. Plenty of 1:1 time. Great music and choreography and lovely teachers.

My daughter absolutely loves her Theatre Train classes. From the very first session, she felt welcomed, encouraged, and confident. Mark and the team are incredibly supportive and clearly passionate about helping the children grow — not just as performers, but as people.
I’ve seen such a boost in her confidence, creativity, and communication skills, and she always comes home smiling and excited to tell me what she’s learned. I couldn’t recommend Theatre Train highly enough for any child who loves performing or just needs a safe, fun space to shine.

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 – so bubbly, happy, and chatty. Mark and Laura are incredibly warm and welcoming, and Rosie completely adores Nina and Chloe who teach her class. The whole team are so passionate and caring, and it really shows in everything they do. Rosie has the most amazing time every week – we honestly couldn’t recommend Theatretrain enough!

Mark and his team are fantastic!
My son has been attending TheatreTrain for about two years now, being high functioning autistic can prove to be a little challenging some days, but the level of care and patience they have with him is amazing and I’m so grateful he always comes out smiling!! building confidence and making new friends along the way. The summer camps are great fun too and very good value for money.

My daughter attends Theatretrain for 7 years. Its excellent! She loves it, she is going onto drama college.

Mark and his team are friendly and supportive. My daughter enjoys every moment and keeps her engaged throughout and always leaves with a smile on her face. She has made some lovely friends and I always look forward to to seeing her perform. Thank you

Mark and the team are fantastic (Maldon, Essex). They’re always looking out for the children, and my Mads absolutely loves going every week. She comes out full of energy, bouncing with excitement after having the best time. It's definitely the highlight of her week and I would definitely recommend for kids of all ages.

My daughter has been attending theatretrain for over three years now and absolutely loves it. It has helped with confidence and she loves learning and rehearsing for the shows especially Royal albert hall.

My daughter attends the maldon theatre train and absolutely loves it.
The guys who run it are proffessional, caring and so friendly. She skips through the door every week.

My daughter attends Theatretrain in Bexley and has flourished in confidence. She loves the mixture of dancing, acting and singing, whilst having fun and making new friends. I would highly recommend joining no matter what ability.

Kate and the team at Theatre train Bexley are just fab. It’s been a pleasure seeing my daughter’s confidence grow over the years. She absolutely loves it there which is like her second family. Very grateful for all the growth they’ve helped her with. Would 100% recommend

My daughter has flourished since joining Theatre Train Bexley in Feb 2025. Shes grown in confidence aswell as improving in singing and dancing. Her love of theatre and acting is met each week, and shes made some lovely friends. Highly recommend 🤩

Mark and the team are great. No judgement or pressure, just a fun and welcoming environment. My daughter struggles with confidence but loves attending and telling and showing me what she has done each week!

My daughter loves going every week. Its helped with her confidence. Mark and the team are fantastic

My daughter has been attending Theatretrain for 4 years now and absolutely loves it! I have seen her grow in confidence and really come out of herself. She always comes home with a big smile on her face and is always excited to tell me what she has been doing that week. Her time at Theatretrain has given her wonderful opportunities to meet and make new friends and learn life long skills. The staff are all brilliant, talented people that have helped nurture and encourage her to grow and have provided her with wonderful opportunities to develop as a person, I can’t thank them all enough or more highly recommend Theatretrain King’s Lynn!