Children & young people

Get involved with our exciting and creative projects, workshops and productions for children and young people aged 8 to 25.

Playhouse Youth has lots of brilliant opportunities for children and young people across our two buildings, including at First Floor, Playhouse 2, our dedicated creative space for young people.

Work with outstanding professional artists and qualified youth workers as you develop your creativity, learn new skills, gain qualifications and make new friends in our welcoming and supportive groups and sessions.

Contact the Playhouse Youth team

Call: 0113 213 7236

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Children & young people
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Bing’s Birthday

22 – 23 Jul 2025

Join Bing and his friends Sula, Pando, Coco, Amma and of course Flop as they get ready to celebrate his special day in the brand-new live stage show, Bing’s Birthday!

Children & young people
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The Noisy Dinosaur

22 – 23 Apr 2025

RP
Relaxed Performance

The Noisy Dinosaur has lost its ROAR! Join Dino and a whole host of comfy creatures as they work together to find their voices and make some noise.

Storytelling

28 Sep 2024 – 29 Mar 2025

Monthly storytelling sessions for those 3+

The Hidden Garden

2 – 4 Nov 2024

BSL
BSL Interpreted

A magical tale of a blooming unlikely friendship.

Drop-ins, projects and workshops

Youth Theatre

Term time

Weekly drama sessions for those aged 8-21, led by outstanding professional artists and support workers.

Hearts

Wednesdays (Term time)

Weekly drop-in for young people who are refugees or seeking asylum.

Young Carers Drop In

First Wednesday of the month (Term time)

Monthly sessions for Young Carers to build skills & confidence through art, music, movement and drama in a fun relaxed environment.

Middleton Youth Theatre (DAZL)

Tuesdays (Term time)

Leeds Playhouse Youth Theatre on your doorstep, at DAZL Dance Middleton. Ages 7-11.

RJC Playhouse Youth Theatre

Fridays (Term time)

Leeds Playhouse Youth Theatre on your doorstep, at the Mandela Centre in Chapeltown. Ages 9-12.

Based at our dedicated Youth Arts space

First Floor

First Floor
Playhouse 2
6 Saint Peter’s Building
St Peter’s Square
Leeds
LS9 8AH

Call reception: 0113 213 7236

  • MAJOR FUNDERS

    Arts Council
  • Leeds City Council
  • LTB Foundation
  • Principal Partner

    Caddick Group
  • Principal Access Partner

    Irwin Mitchell