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The Tinderbox After-school drama club gives pupils in our local area the opportunity to take part in a performing arts activity straight after the school bell. Each session will be filled with drama games, acting skills and time for the children to create their own pieces of drama and storytelling. Pupils use their imagination and […]

Book your places here for our musical theatre workshops this October half- term holiday. You will receive a confirmation email of your place. Mon 25th Oct 9am-5pm we will be singing, dancing and acting scenes and songs from Oliver! Held at the Whitworth centre, Darley Dale, Derbyshire. Tues 26th Oct 9am-5pm our young performers will […]

There is no feeling quite like singing as a group. It’s so uplifting, rewarding and enjoyable. The Tinderbox Choir sings songs from the shows (Les Miserables, Lion King, Chicago, Dear Evan Hansen, Mamma Mia etc) and also pop arrangements (I’m Still Standing, Flashlight, Shallow, Bohemian Rhapsody…) There are no auditions, just come along with a […]

Be creative this summer Each workshop is designed and planned specifically for the age group attending. Make new friends and have lots of fun!   Writing and Devising- held at The Fishpond function room, Matlock Bath DE4 3NR An exploration into the world of storytelling. A range of different writing activities will bring your stories […]

October half-term Drama workshop When: Tuesday 27th October Time: 10am-3pm Where: South Darley Village Hall near Matlock Who: For 7-16 year olds Led by: Andrea Turner, artistic director of The Tinderbox What: A day of working in a socially distanced way, but with all the drama and fun! We will kick off the day with […]

So, this is a very different summer than we thought! The Tinderbox has adapted to this new way of life and we are working via Zoom. This summer holiday, The Tinderbox is leading weekly drama workshops for 5-16 year olds. All via Zoom. There are so many ways the students can learn and have fun […]

I am very sorry to have to cancel this year’s Easter school 2020. I am cancelling so as to slow down the spread of the Coronavirus. I have a duty and responsibility to protect the health of all my students and at these uncertain times, I can’t guarantee this. The Summer School 27th-31st July, will […]

I have made the sad decision to postpone Annie Jr for the time being. I have a duty and resposibility to make sure that all cast, crew and audience are safe. I do not wish to put anyone in a predicament at this time when the Coronavirus is so prevalent. If you have already bought […]

‘Two’, set in a busy northern pub. Take a peek into the colourful and various lives of the locals. The Landlord and landlady hold court but we soon find that their lives are more troubled than they first appear. A very funny and superbly written play. Book your tickets via www.eventbrite.co.uk, Search Two by Jim […]