What better way to start the summer holidays than at the theatre?! Each year, young people aged between 8 and 18 are invited to join us in a week-long theatre school. Whether they're current KRYPT members or new faces, our Summer Company have a blast working together. Through games, improvisation, devising and scripted work, we collaborate to create a body of work which we share with families at the end of the week. Expect excitement, creativity and just a touch of madness as we enjoy the week together.
KRYPTfest 2025: KRYPTic Casefiles!
This summer, join us as we dive headfirst into the mysterious world of theatrical whodunnits. We'll be inspired by the best of the best: Inspectors Holmes, Marple, Poirot, Morse, Creek and Gadget to name but a few. Our Summer Company will explore the mechanisms behind the mystery to learn how to devise the perfect head scratcher, and friends and family will be put to the test on Friday evening to see if they can unriddle our work. A fantastic opportunity for youngsters ages 8-18 to make new friends, build confidence and learn new skills. Applications opening at Easter!
Previous Themes:
KRYPTfest 2024: The Drama of Dahl!
KRYPTfest 2023: Jumping Through Genres!
KRYPTfest 2022: Comedy and Tragedy
KRYPTfest 2021: Sensational Stories and Twisted Tales
KRYPTfest 2019: Shakespeare's Secrets
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Key Information:
- KRYPTfest sessions are delivered by qualified professionals, with occasional guests invited to deliver workshops. A first aider is always present.
- Usual operating hours are 10-4 each day.
- We welcome new performers to join our Summer Company. This is separate from the waiting lists for KRYPT's term time companies. We try to offer all siblings places if applying together.
- Performers aged 8-18 are welcome to apply.
- Our Summer Company is limited to 20 members. We strive to charge a fair price each year, and offer a limited number of means-tested bursary places where possible.
- Applications open around Easter time. To secure a space, simply fill in the application form to provide yours and your child's details. A £50 deposit is necessary to secure a space and we will ask for this a little further on in the application process.
- We invite friends and family to join us on the Friday afternoon as we share the work we've created. This is usually at around 5pm and lasts about an hour, with no additional charge for tickets.