About us

Make a scene is an award-winning theatre company based in Surrey, Kent, London, and Sussex, dedicated to providing inclusive drama opportunities for young people and adults with learning disabilities. Founded in 2010 by Andrée Trotter, who trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama with a degree in Drama, Applied Theatre & Education, Make a Scene has grown significantly over the years to offer nine classes a week with over 130 students across various locations. (keep up to date with new classes via our News page).

We felt strongly that there was a real lack of opportunities for disabled actors to partake and enjoy the benefits of drama/acting in the South East of England; so we decided to do something about it and start an inclusive theatre company catering especially for everyone’s needs. All staff members are highly trained to teach drama to people with special needs, and in each class, there is at least one teaching assistant and a drama teacher to ensure that everyone's voice is heard and all ideas are shared. All staff members have enhanced DBS certificates, safeguarding training, and first aid certificates. The company's ethos is centered around creating opportunities for people with disabilities to thrive and reach their full potential, both on and offstage.

Admissions

We take students all year round as long as we have space in our class.
Please call or email if you or your child would like to attend one of our classes.

Aims and Objectives

Make a scene success is a testament to the power of inclusive theatre, providing a space where everyone is valued and their contributions are celebrated. The company's commitment to creating opportunities for disabled actors to partake in and enjoy the benefits of drama is a shining example of how theatre can change lives and promote inclusion. We believe in everyone’s talents and love to showcase them.