'Stories have got magic in them, it's in the walls, it's in your hand, it's everywhere!'
Pupil aged 5
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.
Our shows are energetic and engaging, participative and playful, educational and entertaining. We are committed to maintaining high production values in our imaginative and versatile sets, and our realistic props and colourful costumes. Above all our actors are skilled facilitators trained to work with children in school settings.
Watch this space to find out about future tours!
'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
'MakeBelieve Arts is truly a jewel in Lewisham's crown'
Lewisham Head Teacher
MakeBelieve Arts has been touring shows into schools since 2004. All our shows are relevant to the National Curriculum, whether they are exploring maths and measurement with giants in Gulliver's Travels, or literacy and storytelling in The Woman Who Cooked Everything.
Previous shows:
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