Kids Drama Group in Hassocks
WELCOME TO HASSOCKS DRAMA COLLECTIVE
Kids Drama Group in Hassocks
Offering fun-filled drama tuition for children aged 6-10 to learn teamwork, build confidence, and much more!
By taking part in our weekly classes, children and young people of all abilities are able to find their own authentic voice while making friends, boosting focus, improving vocabulary, reading and diction – which are all just some of the many life-long communications skills that acting can help to explore and develop.
At Hassocks Drama Collective, we are passionate about providing high-quality and unforgettable performing arts experiences that inspire our members to reach their full potential. Furthermore, by participating in theatrical productions and developing an understanding of storylines, scripts and stagecraft etiquette; our members are able to manifest empathy and compassion as well as an appreciation of different perspectives.
Throughout our six week terms, our highly skilled, experienced and certified lead tutor – Mr Tim Rowland – nurtures a sense of pride and self-esteem in each of our members. Tim can also provide 1-2-1 tuition to help aspiring thespians prepare for performing arts exams and productions.
Through positive reinforcement, respect and teamwork, numerous invaluable life skills will be developed on and off-stage through a variety of carefully crafted acting techniques that encompass:
- method acting
- character development
- breathing techniques
- movement and interpretation
- voice exercises and vocal training
- creative thinking
- improvisation
- personal development
- mindfulness
By playing drama games and rehearsing scripted stage productions from different genres, all our members will have the chance to:
- be creative
- make friends and share interests
- learn authenticity
- connect with their emotions
- enjoy being spontaneous
- build confidence
- create wonderful memories
- express themselves
- boost concentration abilities
- enhance reading, vocabulary and diction skills
But most importantly, our classes are fun!
Any time spent learning will be enjoyable and engaging while inspiring and nurturing self-belief, individual talents and abilities.
Where and when?
Our classes and production rehearsals take place during term time:
each Monday between 3:30pm to 5:00pm at the Community Pavilion in Adastra Park.
The Community Pavilion is also known as the Keymer & Hassocks Cricket Club and the address is:
1 Orchard Lane, Keymer, Hassocks, BN6 8QF
In the run up to performances, we may host additional rehearsals at weekends in a suitable performance venue and/or online via Zoom.
Venue directions (Google Map)
Term dates
Our six week terms fall within the West Sussex County Council school term time dates, and so far we can confirm the following:
Term 1
Monday, 8 September 2025
Monday, 15 September 2025
Monday, 22 September 2025
Monday, 29 September 2025
Monday, 6 October 2025
Monday, 13 October 2025
Term 2
Monday, 10 November 2025
Monday, 17 November 2025
Monday, 24 November 2025
Monday, 8 December 2025
Monday, 15 December 2025
Term 3
Monday, 5 January 2026
Monday, 12 January 2026
Monday, 19 January 2026
Monday, 26 January 2026
Monday, 2 February 2026
Monday, 9 February 2026
Additional important Jungle Book production dates during Term 3
31st January 2026 = full day rehearsal in Lewes
7th February 2026 = full day technical and dress run in Lewes
8th February 2026 = performance show date in Lewes
Term 4
Classes run until 5:15pm due to 5 week term
Monday, 23 February 2026
Monday, 2 March 2026
Monday, 9 March 2026
Monday, 16 March 2026
Monday, 23 March 2026
Term 5
Classes run until 5:15pm due to 5 week term
Monday, 13 April 2026
Monday, 20 April 2026
Monday, 27 April 2026
Monday, 11 May 2026
Monday, 18 May 2026
Term 6
Monday, 1 June 2026
Monday, 8 June 2026
Monday, 15 June 2026
Monday, 22 June 2026
Monday, 29 June 2026
Monday, 6 July 2026
Additional important production dates during Term 6
All cast members rehearsals and production dates in Lewes to be confirmed.
You can also find out more by sending an email directly to Tim at enquiry@dramacollective.com or getting in touch via WhatsApp.
Cost per student
We believe that the performing arts should be available to everyone to experience and try out themselves.
As such, we keep our rates exceptionally competitive so that more children may have a chance to access theatre and drama.
Each term costs £82.50 per member.
Please note that invoices are usually sent at least a week before the start of each term and payment is expected by the start of term.
Discretionary discounts may be available for multi-class, sibling and key worker discounts may be available.
To ensure our groups remain accessible, we may consider payment plans and a limited number of scholarships may be available.
