MakeBelieve Arts believes that everyone should experience the power of theatre at an early age
Where children are unlikely to go to the theatre, we bring the theatre to them
"Stories have got magic in them, it's in the walls, it's in your hand, it's everywhere!" - Pupil aged 5
Our shows are energetic and engaging, participative and playful, educational and entertaining
"I've never seen a group of children of this age captivated for such a long time" - Reception Class Teacher
"The best way to spend a Friday afternoon!" - Year 1 Teacher
We are committed to maintaining high production values, in our imaginative and versatile sets, our realistic props and colourful costumes, and above all, the quality of our actors, who are also trained to work with children as facilitators in a school setting
"MakeBelieve Arts is truly a jewel in Lewisham's crown" - Lewisham Head Teacher
MBA tours shows into schools that are relevant to the National Curriculum:
The Lorax
- a show about the environment
Gulliver's Travels - a show about mathematics
Every Family Matters - a show for parents
The Woman Who Cooked Everything - a show about literacy and storytelling