Youth Theatre Group in Hassocks
WELCOME TO HASSOCKS DRAMA COLLECTIVE
Youth Theatre Group in Hassocks
Offering fun-filled drama tuition for individuals aged 11-17 to learn teamwork, build confidence, and much more!
By taking part in our weekly classes, teens and tweens 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 skills that acting can help to advance and develop.

This group is ideal for young people of all abilities from Year 7 (start of secondary school) through to Year 12 (sixth form).
We are dedicated to creating inclusive and age-appropriate drama experiences that unleash creativity in safe and supportive learning environments.
Inspriring young minds through the world of performing arts is our passion. By putting the needs of each member centre stage and making every rehearsal rewarding and fun, we encourage everyone to be whoever they want to be so they can shine, both on and off stage.
Through production participation, our members are able to gain an understanding of storylines, scripts and stagecraft etiquette that would enable them to manifest empathy and compassion as well as an appreciation of transferable situations and perspectives.
We know life is busy, which is why we are always open to new members who have a desire to perform.
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!
Our inclusive programme honours all ages and abilities, including for SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability).
Throughout our six week terms, our highly skilled, experienced, qualified and certified lead tutor – Mr Tim Rowland – nurtures a sense of pride and self-esteem in each of our members ensuring that time spent learning will be enjoyable and engaging.
If needed, we also offer personalised 1-2-1 tuition to support aspiring thespians prepare for performing arts exams (e.g. Trinity College), monologues and productions.
Where and when?
Our classes and production rehearsals take place during term time:
each Tuesday 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
Tuesday, 9 September 2025
Tuesday, 16 September 2025
Tuesday, 23 September 2025
Tuesday, 30 September 2025
Tuesday, 7 October 2025
Tuesday, 14 October 2025
Term 2
Tuesday, 4 November 2025
Tuesday, 11 November 2025
Tuesday, 18 November 2025
Tuesday, 25 November 2025
Tuesday, 9 December 2025
Tuesday, 16 December 2025
Term 3
Tuesday, 6 January 2026
Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Tuesday, 20 January 2026
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
There may be additional rehearsals and production dates during Term 3 which would include:
31st January 2026 – all cast members full day rehearsal in Lewes
7th February 2026 – all cast members full day technical and dress run in Lewes
8th February 2026 – performance show date in Lewes
Term 4
Tuesday, 24 February 2026
Tuesday, 3 March 2026
Tuesday, 10 March 2026
Tuesday, 17 March 2026
Tuesday, 24 March 2026
We may also run an online session this term
due it being a shorter term than usual.
Term 5
Tuesday, 14 April 2026
Tuesday, 21 April 2026
Tuesday, 28 April 2026
Tuesday, 21 April 2026
Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Term 6
Tuesday, 2 June 2026
Tuesday, 9 June 2026
Tuesday, 16 June 2026
Tuesday, 23 June 2026
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
Additional important production dates during Term 6
All cast members full day rehearsals and production dates
to be confirmed in Lewes.
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.


