MTA Stageworks has it all: classes for fun and vocational training, shows to perform in and a youth theatre company. 4 years to 19 years plus.

Stageworks provides ideal facilities for those who want to learn performing arts the right way. Whether it’s just for fun and enjoyment or to progress towards a future career, we offer the best training and performing opportunities delivered by highly-skilled and qualified teachers and working professionals.

Children and young people from 4 to 19 years of age—whether absolute beginners or with some performing experience—can join exciting easy-entry classes to learn and develop skills in: drama and acting techniques, musical theatre, dance and physical theatre, singing and performing techniques for stage and screen.

Our Stagewise primary and early years programme offers the first two tiers of fun and learning for children aged 4 to 6 and 7 to 9 years. Our main Stageworks programme for 10 to 12 years and 13 to 19 years plus offers the next stages including vocational training and a foundation to higher education.

All classes follow a structured syllabus with graded stages but they are also excellent for enjoyment and recreation. For those who are a little more serious or who have one eye on a future career in the industry, there are optional graded exams run through nationally-recognised bodies such as LAMDA, Trinity Guildhall, ABRSM and NATD.

Everyone at Stageworks gets the opportunity to shine in our regular productions that support all levels. There are further performing opportunities for members of our youth theatre company.

The world of performing arts can be inspiring, empowering and truly magical. Find out how Stageworks can work for you.

Main classes for the Tameside and Stockport area take place at Tameside Centre For Performing Arts, Hyde Clarendon Sixth Form College, Clarendon Road, Hyde, Cheshire SK14 2JZ.