Summer Youth Project: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Paper, Pens & Rising Voices is a two-hour creative writing and performance workshop designed to help young people aged 12–17 find and develop their voice. In the first hour, participants explore poetry and creative writing through guided prompts that build imagination, emotional awareness, and storytelling skills. In the second hour, they learn how to bring their words to life through performance techniques including voice projection, stage presence, articulation, and confident delivery. This workshop supports confidence building, communication skills, self-expression, and resilience in a safe, encouraging and inspiring environment. Hour One – Create Develop: • Creative expression • Storytelling techniques • Vocabulary expansion • Emotional literacy • Imagination & originality Hour Two – Perform Learn: • Stage presence • Voice projection • Breath control • Performance confidence • Public speaking skills • Body language awareness This workshop doesn’t just teach writing it builds courage, communication skills, resilience and self-belief.

Having made a stunning return to the Strictly dancefloor, Amy Dowden MBE, accompanied by fellow sensational Strictly Come Dancing star Carlos Gu, truly feels Reborn.  Back on stage following a triumphant and acclaimed debut season, Amy and Carlos share an intimate portrait of their lives and journeys, in which the inspirational and transformative power of dance shines through.   Featuring a dazzling cast of world-class dancers, amazing live vocalists, and a soundtrack of iconic anthems from across the decades, the show will take audiences on an emotional and uplifting journey through show-stopping routines.   Amy & Carlos: Reborn is a genuine testament to the joy of dancing.  Age guidance: 10+