OnO Theatre Company
High Quality Theatre For Young People
ABOUT
OnO Theatre works to:
- Create high quality theatre for young people and adults performed in schools, theatres and arts centres.
- Create work for specific groups and meet the educational needs of our partners.
- Include active strategies for developing skills of children and young people in pre and post show workshop activities.
- Support all our programmes with well-researched education packs.
- Run workshops for young people, teachers and professionals to develop drama skills and support drama education, particularly developing skills in theatre and technical theatre.
- Create employment opportunities for young performers and other theatre professionals.
We believe theatre enables young people to develop the emotional intelligence and skills to:
- be healthy
- stay safe
- make a positive contribution
- achieve economic well-being and
- enjoy and achieve.
There is a steady stream of evidence which demonstrates the impact of the arts in achieving these goals – particularly when we work in partnership with other sectors such as health, education, community safety and youth justice.
“I felt I had to write and say that the performance was one of the most powerful pieces of theatre I have seen in a very long time. My daughter was deeply affected by it and it has provoked much positive conversation amongst the family. I felt the actors were amazing. Thank you for such an impressive and effective play. It should be shown to everyone!”
The company has been supported by British Aerosol Manufacturers Association (BAMA), Healthy Schools’ initiatives, Drama and PSHE Advisers, Community Safety Officers, West Sussex PCT and West Sussex County Council.
