Youth Theatre

  • We create a safe space for young people interested in making theatre.
  • We are a free and inclusive group for everyone to take part.
  • We co-create and empower young people to make theatre.

About KPYT

Founded in January 2016 by Jake Powell, Tom Hayes, and Ellie Hamer, Kingsley Players Youth Theatre (KPYT) has become a cornerstone of youth theatre in Cheshire. Known for its inclusive, free opportunities, KPYT has offered young people a chance to develop their talents through productions like Variations, Chatroom, A Monster Calls and Fantastic Mr. Fox.

As the group celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2026, it continues to thrive, with alumni attending prestigious institutions like East 15, the Royal Central School of Speech Drama and Trinity LABAN. In 2026, KPYT will be producing Matilda The Musical JR and My Son’s a Queer—exciting milestones in their continued commitment to artistic excellence.

With members from across Cheshire, KPYT offers workshops, masterclasses, and opportunities to perform in professional theatres like The Crewe Lyceum. Whether performing or working behind the scenes, the group is a vibrant space for young creatives to grow.

Interested in joining us?

We are always looking for new members to join us! Interested in performing or backstage? We would love to hear from you! If you would like to find out more, please drop us an email to our friendly team: [email protected]  

For any additional access support, please drop an email and we will support. Our work is fully inclusive for everyone to take part.

If you are interested in joining the group, please email:
[email protected]

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Upcoming Productions

My Son’s a Queer </br>(But What Can You Do?)

My Son’s a Queer
(But What Can You Do?)

September 2026

The joyous autobiographical story of social-media sensation Rob Madge as they set out to recreate a Disney parade in their house for their Grandma  – and this time, nobody, no, nobody is gonna rain on it.

 

 

Matilda The Musical JR

Matilda The Musical JR

July 2026

An extraordinary little girl armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind.

 

Book by Dennis Kelly

Music and lyrics by Tim Minchin

Past Productions

Shakespeare in Lockdown

Shakespeare in Lockdown

11th July 2020

Join a host of well-known Shakespearean characters, as the cast perform scenes and speeches from the comfort of their homes.

Epic Love & Pop Songs

Epic Love & Pop Songs

4th July 2020

Part of the In Your House group of performances

 

Award-winning actors, Eva Lemmy and Ben Mather-Dodd, perform this piece about teenage friendship and the pressures of growing up.

ch@troom

ch@troom

26th - 27th February 2021

Enda Walsh's Chatroom is a play about manipulation, cyberbullying and adolescent insecurity.

James and the Giant Peach

James and the Giant Peach

22nd - 25th May 2019

Roald Dahl's fantastical tale of a boy, his insect friends and their amazing journey across the ocean on a giant piece of fruit.

Arabian Nights

Arabian Nights

24th March 2018

It is wedding night in the palace of King Shahrayar. By morning, the new Queen Shahrazad is to be put to death like all the young brides before her. But she has one gift that could save her - the gift of storytelling.

Fantastic Mr Fox

Fantastic Mr Fox

25th March 2017

Can the clever Mr Fox save his family and friends from the three nasty farmers?
Join Mr Fox and friends to see if he can.

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