Drama (12-15ish)
Drama Classes
in Aberdeen
For Ages 12-15ish
Our Drama (12-15ish) class is all about you and your voice. You’ll work with other like-minded young people, developing your creative skills, solving problems together, and discovering new ways to express yourself. Under the guidance of facilitator Leah, you’ll get to shape your own journey in drama, developing ideas and performances that reflect your interests and creativity.
Saturdays, 11.30am-12.30pm - Ages 12-15ish
Why Join?
You have the chance to lead the way, bringing your ideas, suggestions, and creativity to the table. You get to shape the direction of the group, work with others, and create something unique—whether through script work, devising, or exploring different forms of expression. Throughout the year, you'll be building towards performances to showcase your hard work and creativity.
What to Expect
You'll have the chance to write, adapt, and perform your own scripts, or work with others to create original performances. Teamwork is key, so you'll collaborate closely with your peers, learning how to communicate and bring your ideas to life together. You'll also get to explore improvisation and drama games, helping you express yourself in new ways while developing your skills.What You'll Get Out of It
- Gain confidence in your creative abilities and in working with others.
- Develop your unique voice and discover new ways to express yourself.
- Learn how to collaborate and create with others, making real contributions to the group.
- Perform for a festival audience.
Dates
Term 1: 23 August - 11 October 2025 (7 sessions - no class on Saturday 13 September)
Term 2: 1 November - 20 December 2025 (8 sessions)
Term 3: 10 January - 28 March 2026 (10 sessions)
Term 4: 18 April - 4 July 2026 (12 sessions)
Pricing
Term 1: £56+ booking fee
Meet Your Facilitator
Leah Christie
Leah Christie is an Aberdeen/Moray-based creative facilitator with a passion for community arts. A graduate of Queen Margaret University in Drama and Performance, she currently works as a creative facilitator at Aberdeen Arts Centre, where she leads theatre and drama classes for young people and adults, helping them build confidence and creativity.
Working often with Surge, Leah's commitment to developing her craft led her to attend the renowned Street Performing Arts Summer Academy (SPASA) in Tárrega, Catalonia, where she immersed herself in the theoretical and practical disciplines of street theatre performance.
Recently, Leah has worked on Class Act with Inverurie Academy for Traverse Theatre, and with primary school pupils on a production with Scottish Opera. She plays a leading role in Moray Arts Development Engagement’s Early Career Creatives project, and also teaches with Highland Youth Theatre.
Through her work and continued learning, Leah strives to inspire the creative community by creating engaging and inclusive theatre experiences.
