The young people who attend these groups range in age from 0-25. They write their own stories and songs, and they explore original ideas through drama process, play, and imagination. The groups provide safe educational spaces to experiment with what it means to be an artist and to explore your own voice.
We believe that we all make the story happen – that participation in the arts is a key part of working for social justice. We believe that all children’s voices and stories matter and deserve to be listened to. Doorstep Arts believes that all children deserve to be able to access high-quality participatory arts and to see (and make) amazing and inspiring work on their own doorsteps.
All of Doorstep’s work is educational practice as action research. This research explores pedagogy, performance and praxis with young people as co-researchers. Our research and practice is conducted through 5 key inter-connected strands of work.
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Absoluty amazing, passionate and talented gropup of people that inspire and guide children and young adults through their experience with drama and theatre. Sessions are fun and creative allowing individuality and broaden imagination . Both of my children enjoy the drama and musical theatre sessions and have been. attending for a long time .
Lucy Mitchmore
3 August 2022
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Took my 6 year old daughter to go and watch the performance of Matilda. It was fantastic! All the performers looked like they were really enjoying themselves. You could tell a lot of hard work had gone into the show and it definitely paid off. We will absolutely be going to watch the next performance!
Ru Davies
1 August 2022
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The single most important arts and culture organisation in the Torbay. Genuinely, the Doorstep gang change the lives of children who have little to no other contact with “the arts”. The confidence and joy the kids get from the DAS sessions is almost miraculous, such is their passion, energy, patience and infectiously joyful approach. I’ve seen it first hand with my own daughter, from crippling shy 6 yr old to singing and dancing at front of stage with a radio mic by 9 yrs old. Doorstep arts are heroes!!
John Jones
31 July 2022
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Excellent drama group for all ages.
Just seen amazing performance of Matilda at Palace theatre Paignton 👍👍👍👍👍
Hannah o'sullivan
31 July 2022
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Incredible grassroots kids theatre with immense heart. Doorstep Arts all work so hard, the kids grow in independence, skill, confidence and kindness. The older kids support and mentor the younger ones and the entire thing is totally inspiring and heart warming. Thank you all for being totally fantastic! X
Kathrin Bastin
31 July 2022
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My child has been attending Doorstep Arts for 5 years and I cannot thank all the team we enough. I have watched my child grow in confidence and self esteem, strongly encouraged and support by the Doorstep family. They provide a safe space for young people to step out of their comfort zone and take theatrical risks. During lockdown the weekly online meetings provided some routine and stability for the young people, which are a huge difference. I think the only reason my child will leave Doorstep Arts is when they reach the upper age limit!!
Linzi Lewis
31 July 2022
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Went to see Doorstep Arts production of Matilda at the Palace theatre and we were blown away! The children were clearly having the best time and the talent and professionalism from such a young cast was staggering. Massive well done to all , my young children were inspired to get involved too which is fantastic. Easy 5 stars. Look forward to the next production!
Sara Smith
30 July 2022
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Congratulations to all the cast, behind the scenes at doorstep Paignton. I have just had the privilege to watch a fantastic production of Matilda jnr, what a talented bunch of people a great evening of entertainment such a professional production. I am sure there were stars of the future we saw tonight!!
