Make A Scene a Theatre Company for young people & adults with learning disabilities.
“Bringing the magic of theatre to everyone”
Welcome
Welcome to Make A Scene, an inclusive theatre company offering drama experiences for both individuals and organisations across London and the South East. We provide safe, supportive and engaging drama opportunities for children and adults with SEND, including those with learning disabilities, autism, neurodivergence, physical disabilities and sensory impairments.
Through theatre, we help every participant build confidence, communication skills and creativity in an environment where everyone is valued and supported.
“He loves his sessions with Make A Scene. They are always enjoyable but in the current situation, they are definitely the highlight of his week!”
Inclusive Theatre for Individuals
Our individual drama classes are open to children, young people and adults of all abilities. These weekly sessions are designed to be fun, accessible and confidence-building, giving each participant the opportunity to express themselves and develop new skills.
In our classes, participants can:
Build communication and social skills
Grow confidence and self-esteem
Explore creativity and self-expression
Work collaboratively through performance and play
Make friends and have FUN
We use a range of inclusive theatre techniques including improvisation, storytelling, role play and script work, ensuring every session is engaging and accessible to all. SEND Drama Classes Near You
We run inclusive drama classes across London and the South East, supporting individuals, families, schools and organisations. Whether you are a parent, carer, educator or centre leader, we are here to help people thrive through drama.
Our inclusive theatre company welcomes individuals with a range of abilities, including those with learning disabilities, neurodivergent, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments
Drama Workshops for Schools, Colleges & Centres
We also deliver tailored drama programmes for schools, colleges and SEND support centres. These workshops are brought directly to your setting and adapted to meet the needs of your students.
We can:
Support your existing curriculum
Deliver structured drama programmes
Create bespoke SEND-focused workshops
Run one-off sessions or long-term projects
Our sessions are designed to complement learning goals while encouraging creativity, confidence and participation for all students.
Case study: Esther’s Journey for Clifton Hill school
Make a Scene has developed and performed our first sensory theatre performance. Esther’s Journey is an innovative and interactive multi-sensory theatre performance that is specifically designed for young neurodiverse audiences with PMLD and ASD. The performance takes the audience on a magical journey with Esther.
The performance was designed to be fully inclusive, with a focus on accessibility and engagement for all. We use a range of sensory props, including tactile objects, scent jars, and interactive soundscapes, to create a fully immersive experience that transports our young audience into Esther’s magical world.
Our sensory theatre project has been made possible thanks to a grant from Arts Council England and Gatwick Airport community trust. With this funding, we have been able to bring Esther’s Journey into SEND schools in Croydon, Tandridge, Reigate and Banstead, reaching over 500 young people with PMLD and ASD.
If you would like to us bring a sensory theatre performance to your school or organisation please get in touch. Book now by emailing: Makeascene99@gmail.com
“Esther’s Journey was truly amazing. The show was multi-sensory with excellent use of clear voices, signs and repetition which all the children could engage with. The actors, musicians, and crew were so talented. ”
“It has been a real pleasure to see him enjoying his drama sessions once again. He loves it and it’s great for his self-confidence and self-esteem. I enjoy it too!”
Make a Scene students are a diverse people. Here they are celebrating in a room with wooden walls and a banner with a rainbow and ice cream cones. Many are smiling or cheering, some with arms raised, including one person in a wheelchair.
Make a scene student. A young man with dark hair and light skin, smiling, wearing a black zip-up jacket, standing in front of a wooden background.
One of our Make a scene students smiling with his eyes closed.
Our Make a Scene students performing their lines for a play
Students of Make a scene dressed in costumes acting in an indoor space, with one person in a wheelchair.
Two of our Make a scene students enjoying themselves in a break