THEATRE CLASSES THAT PREPARE THEM FOR LIFE

Expert-led Acting & Musical Theatre classes for ages 3-19 across East Midlands. Develop stage presence and life skills for a bright future - in the arts and beyond.

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Locations
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Years Experience
100%
DBS Checked Staff

WHY CHOOSE ECHO THEATRE?

Professional Training

Led by qualified teachers and industry professionals with years of experience in theatre education and performance

Small Class Sizes

Maximum of 20 students per class ensuring individual attention and development

Qualification Opportunities

1-to-1 tuition and exam preparation for LAMDA. Online and at a time that suits you

Performances

Regular opportunities to perform live on stage and in the community throughout the year

OUR CLASSES & PRICING

Professional theatre training that won't break the bank. Starting from just £6 per hour.

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Little Echoes student performing on stage during Echo Theatre children's drama class for ages 3-6 in Lincoln

LITTLE ECHOES

Ages 3-6 Years

£23.30 /month

60 min classes • Includes platform fees

  • Storytelling & Songs
  • Acting through Movement
  • Confidence Building
  • Performance opportunities
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Echo Juniors student in costume performing at Echo Theatre drama class for children ages 6-12 in Lincolnshire

ECHO JUNIORS

Ages 6-12 Years

£34.85 /month

90 min classes • Includes platform fees

  • Script Work & Character Development
  • Voice & Movement Technique
  • Performance Skills
  • Regular performances
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Echo Seniors student demonstrating advanced acting techniques at Echo Theatre for teenagers ages 11-19 near Lincoln

ECHO SENIORS

Ages 11+ Years

£46.40 /month

120 min classes • Includes platform fees

  • Advanced Acting Techniques
  • Production & Direction Skills
  • Industry Preparation
  • Performance opportunities
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FIND YOUR NEAREST STAGE

With three fantastic locations across the East Midlands, there's a perfect venue near you. Each venue has free on-site parking.

Mondays

NETTLEHAM

THE HUB

Chapel Lane, Nettleham, Lincoln

LN2 2NT

Class Times:

Little Echoes: 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Echo Juniors: 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Echo Seniors: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

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Tuesdays

NAVENBY

THE VENUE

East Road, Navenby, Lincoln

LN5 0HF

Class Times:

Little Echoes: 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Echo Juniors: 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Echo Seniors: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

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Thursdays

GAINSBOROUGH

TRINITY ARTS CENTRE

Trinity Street, Gainsborough

DN21 2AL

Class Times:

Little Echoes: 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Echo Juniors: 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Echo Seniors: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

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MEET OUR TEAM

Our experienced and passionate team of theatre professionals are dedicated to nurturing young talent and building confidence through performing arts education.

Shannon Toyne's headshot photo

SHANNON
TOYNE

Company Director

Shannon combines her BA in Applied Drama with Visual Arts and PGCE with a passion for theatre education. Recognized in The Lincolnite's 30 Under 30 and a TEDx speaker , she's dedicated to providing comprehensive training for young performers.

Lilly Newborn - Creative Mentor at Echo Theatre with degree in Applied Theatre from Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts

LILLY
NEWBORN

Creative Mentor

Lilly graduated from the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts with a degree in Applied Theatre and Community Drama. Lilly has experience creating theatre in community settings and is passionate about using theatre to inspire confidence, creativity and connections.

Anna Meyer - Classroom Assistant at Echo Theatre with qualifications in Teaching and Mentoring

ANNA
MEYER

Classroom Assistant

Combining her A-Level studies with hands-on experience, Anna is a long-standing member of Echo, serving as both student and assistant. Her commitment to empowering youth is clear as she undertakes Level 2 qualifications in Teaching and Mentoring, dedicated to fostering growth in others.

Grace Costello - Classroom Assistant at Echo Theatre, A-Level student aspiring drama teacher

GRACE
COSTELLO

Classroom Assistant

An A-Level student with a proven flair for drama, Grace is already looking ahead. Her goal is to teach, using drama as a tool to unlock potential and make a real difference in the lives of young people.

Connor Short - Creative Mentor and TEDx speaker, Bishop Grosseteste University staff member specialising in Process Drama

CONNOR
SHORT

Creative Mentor

A staff member at Bishop Grosseteste University, Connor specializes in Process Drama and works with Young Carers and EYFS groups. He's passionate about using performance to facilitate access to higher education and is also a TEDx speaker.

Cassie Walsh - Creative Mentor with Drama in the Community degree, musical theatre performer and choreographer

CASSIE
WALSH

Creative Mentor

Cassie graduated from Bishop Grossesteste University with a Drama in the Community degree with a strong passion for musical theatre and dance. She regularly performs in and choreographs local productions and has recently worked with both Retford and Gainsborough Musical Theatre Societies. Cassie enjoys sharing her skills and passion through teaching, inspiring others to develop their own love for the performing arts.

Daniel Swift - Award-winning theatre producer and FRSA, PhD candidate specialising in inclusive theatre and narrative accessibility

DANIEL
SWIFT

Creative Mentor

An award-winning theatre producer and FRSA, Daniel specializes in inclusive theatre and is pursuing a PhD in narrative accessibility. He brings extensive experience in theatre making and production to Echo Theatre.

Natalie Yates - Professional actress specialising in Meisner technique, theatre and screen performer, voiceover artist

NATALIE
YATES

Creative Mentor

An experienced actress in both theatre and screen, Natalie brings her expertise in the Meisner technique and voiceover work to Echo Theatre. She continues to perform while teaching and producing.

Lloyd Passingham - Technical Support specialist in IT and theatre tech, sound designer and stage manager

LLOYD
PASSINGHAM

Technical Support

With expertise in both IT and theatre tech, Lloyd manages Echo Theatre's digital infrastructure while contributing to stage management and sound design, creating immersive experiences for performances.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Dress your child in comfortable, flexible clothing they can easily move in and use the toilet independently.

Best outfit: Jogging bottoms/leggings, t-shirt, and trainers.
Avoid: Open-toed shoes, crocs, wellies, sandals, or heelies.

You can buy Echo Uniform from our merch store

Bring a water bottle - no food, unless for medical reasons.

For Juniors and Seniors, bring a pen and notebook.

Little Echoes: 60 minutes
Echo Juniors: 90 minutes
Echo Seniors: 120 minutes

Our classes cost £6 per hour. We run 42 classes throughout the year, and the total cost is split evenly across 12 months to make budgeting easier. This means your monthly payment stays the same year-round, including through the summer when sessions don't run.

Monthly fees (including platform fees):
• Little Echoes (60 min): £23.30/month
• Echo Juniors (90 min): £34.85/month
• Echo Seniors (120 min): £46.40/month

We use Class4Kids to securely manage your class bookings. You can book a free Trial session and then sign up for the term.

Class4Kids accepts all major credit and debit cards and payment is taken monthly on the 1st of the month.

All of our classes, including Little Echoes, are drop-off classes.

Parents of Little Echo students are welcome to stay for the first couple of minutes to help settle children if needed. We ask you to leave after this point so your child gets the experience of a regular class.