Come and make a new play in just one day! Each Wednesday during the summer, we will start in the morning at 10am with drama games and creative activities, getting to know each other, then by the end of the day we will have a short new play to show our family and friends, created…
This event is part of Lowther’s Jazz & Blues Festival 2025. Join us for this opportunity to make your very own electric Cigar Box Guitar. This workshop, facilitated by Blues guitar maestro Howlin’ Mat, will see you learn about the origins of the Cigar Box Guitar, be given a demonstration and playing tips, before having…
Each Tuesday afternoon during July/August, Lowther’s Cinema will be showing a different family friendly film. Children and young people will spend the morning working with arts specialists in a fun creative workshop connected with the film. After lunch, everyone will watch a public viewing of the film. Dates: Tuesday 29 July, 5, 12, 19, 26…
Lowther’s Summer Musical Theatre workshop involves 9 full days for young people aged 8-16 years, building skills and rehearsing a performance with a professional director, musical director, choreographer, lighting and sound designers. The dates are Monday 11-Friday 15 August and Monday 18-Thursday 21 August. 9.30am-4pm each day, plus the evening of Thursday 21 August. Young…
Tabletop Gaming at Lowther: Design a Fantasy Garden Join us for a fun outdoor adventure in the enchanting Edwardian Gardens of Lowther! Guided by our marketing assistant and passionate tabletop game designer Steph, you’ll embark on a creative quest to transform Lowther into a magical fantasy setting—perfect for storytelling, worldbuilding, and dice-rolling fun. Together, we’ll…
Looking for a fun, low-pressure way to get moving? Our simple movements for mobility class is designed to help you stay active and energized without the overwhelm. Each week, you’ll learn easy-to-follow choreography at your own pace, building confidence and connection through movement. Over time, we’ll work toward a relaxed community showcase to share what…
Each Wednesday morning, we use drama games and improvisation to create original work, making friends, building confidence and creativity. Sometimes we bring in other art forms; making short film clips, using visual art, etc. Nobody is pressured to participate. We aim to create a space where people feel respected, welcomed and safe to be themselves.…
Juniors develop drama skills and confidence. We play games, use imagination, make friends and create original, quirky and comical stories and shows to share with friends and family. There is an option to build in Arts Award, a nationally recognised qualification, at a level appropriate to each individual young person. Wednesdays, 11am-12.30pm £6 per week
Learn new skills, meet different people and be inspired. Sessions have included script work, trust exercises, acting for camera, writing, improvisation, devising and performing work to an invited audience. Regular tutor Hellen Kirby is a professional actor, working in theatre and TV who teaches for drama schools and theatres. Guest tutors have also shared one-off…
Be part of our latest project for young creatives. During June-July, we are piloting our Young Company. Fridays, 3.30pm-5.30pm. Friday 6 June – Friday 18 July 2025. Lowther Young Company is for 14-19 year olds who want a challenge; to learn and develop skills in performance. Lorna McCoid will run each session (apart from 13…
