About Tolethorpe Youth Drama

Founded in 2001, we are so proud to be celebrating our 23rd ANNIVERSARY in September 2024. Tolethorpe Youth Drama has grown and developed in this time, but the one constant has been to stretch and challenge all our members to their full potential in all aspects of the performing arts. Find out more about us and our work including specialist workshops, outreach work and holiday workshops READ MORE>>>

We are so excited to announce our Theatre Makers production for 2025.

This adaptation by Emma Rice transforms Emily Brontë’s masterpiece into a powerful and uniquely theatrical experience. 

Book now and please watch this space for audition timings and details.

Our Classes

We divide our groups by SCHOOL YEARS up until our THEATRE MAKERS group - which covers the ages of 15 to 22 years. Click on the image buttons below to find out more information on all each group - including dates, times and fees - or for information on all classes READ MORE>>>

PLEASE NOTE - due to the changes each year in the number of members attending, year bands may alter subject to class sizes.

We are passionate about creating performances that excite and challenge our young actors. We explore the themes and concerns of their lives and showcase their strengths and talents. READ MORE>>>

TYD is so lucky to have its home at Tolethorpe. We have use of the beautiful gardens, historic building and the incredible open air theatre in the grounds READ MORE>>>