RABBLE Young Company
We build theatre makers
RABBLE Young Company: Saturdays – 10am-1pm
Young Company LAMDA: Saturdays – 9am-10am
@ The Abbey School, Kendrick Rd, Reading
For ages 8-18
If you haven’t yet experienced RABBLE Young Company and would like to try it out, click the button below to book a FREE TRIAL.
If you’ve previously signed up, you can also re-book for the new term. Sign up now to secure your place.
Young Company is one of the most supportive, kind atmospheres I’ve ever experienced and no matter how you look, dress or act, no one here will judge you. I feel like I can really be myself here.”
Martha – RABBLE Young Company student
Hey there Young Company past and present!
We’ve launched a new system for booking your RABBLE Young Company classes with Membermeister for seamless and stress-free booking! Simply head to our booking page following the link below and then:
Returning parents and students
Your information has been transferred from Class for Kids, so select ‘Yes, I’ve booked before’ and request your verification link. From there, you can select which student you would like to book on to Young Company. Please double check that all information on your account is relevant and correct and they’ll be stored for all future bookings. You can book anywhere, anytime, on any device, when it’s convenient for you.
New students booking a free trial
Select, ‘No I’m new here’ and register for a Membermeister account. Your information will be stored for all future bookings and will take you through booking onto Young Company for a free trial.
To get started, simply click the ‘Book Now’ button above. It really is that easy but if you have any problems, drop us a line at admin@rabbletheatre.com.
Spring Term 2026
Our Young Company Juniors will be learning all about the values of friendship, in the brilliant story The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse when they embark on a journey of self-discover. They’ll explore the meaning of fear, courage and finding fulfillment in life in the art form of theatre.
***This class requires a two term commitment (spring & summer) from students, ending with a summer term performance for friends and family to delight in!***
“I like coming to Young Company because I can be myself”
RABBLE Young Company student
What’s RABBLE Young Company?
Come and join our fun classes to discover who you are, learn about the power of theatre and build friendships.
At RABBLE Young Company, you’ll be part of exciting productions and you’ll learn how to devise scenes, sing, dance and improvise! You’ll even learn about stage management, plus we’ll introduce you to lighting and sound design.
Young Company has been an amazing experience for J. You must be doing something right!”
Youth Support Worker
Oh, and did we mention our professional opportunities? As a member of Young Company, you’ll be eligible for our professional work experience, paid internships (18+) and child actor roles in our epic professional shows!
“She has definitely come out of her shell when it comes to being around people, talking to people and putting herself forward for things.”
Parent of RABBLE Young Company student
On top of all that, we’ll also teach you how to speak confidently, to work in a team, to share ideas and support others in order to get the best out of a group.
We’d love to welcome you into the RABBLE.
*We created this brand in 2015 to embolden you, the inspiring creative people who fill this town with optimism and pride.
Meet the team
Jack Norris
Jack trained as an actor at Drama St Mary’s on the Physical Theatre BA course. Since graduating in 2019 he has worked with some of the UK’s leading physical theatre companies; as both a performer and movement director.
Jack’s professional credits include: Waiting for Godot by David Glass Ensemble (UK Tour), Memories of The Marshland by ZooCo (Jacksons Lane), From Here On by Gecko (European Tour) Requiem by Michelle Brøndum (Channel 4) and Bossy (UK Tour/ Lyric Hammersmith).
Since training, Jack has taught across the UK at many levels of education – ranging from Primary, all the way up to Undergraduate. Jack sees teaching as a privilege; and a way to serve others whilst developing his own craft.
Jack is currently working as a creative associate of both the David Glass Ensemble and Gecko Theatre. Alongside facilitating with RABBLE.
Mark Middleton
Mark graduated as a Stage Combat Instructor in 2012 with the Academy of Performance Combat, one of three organisations professionally recognised by Equity. Since then he has Choreographed and Fight Directed a number of shows including Princess Mononoke for Whole Hog Theatre Company and Romeo & Juliet, Henry I for RBL along with Dani Davies.
Mark teaches regularly for West End Workshops, and has taught exam courses at Northampton University and Oxford School of Drama. He also teaches on the Freelance Workshops Residential Summer Course and workshop days and courses for numerous Professional and Amateur Schools and Societies.
Prices:
RABBLE Young Company:
@ The Abbey School, Reading
£22.50 per week (payable termly).
Saturdays 10am-1pm.
Performance fee: £35 (only payable by those taking part in the end of term show).
Young Company LAMDA Class:
Saturdays 9am-10am.
£13.65 per week (payable termly).
RABBLE Access Fund
Want to get involved but don't have the funds?
If you are thinking I’d love to experience that, but you need help with some or all of the fees, then why not apply to the RABBLE Access Fund? The aim of the Access Fund is to make sure that everyone can access our work. You may want to send your child to our Saturday School, or you yourself might fancy a term of Get Up On Stage. Perhaps you want your community group or school to come to a production. Whatever it is, you can apply to us and we’ll see if we can help. You can apply for 50% of 100% of the cost of your ticket(s)/fees.
To apply, either send us a video or write us an email, explaining who you are, why you want to attend and a little about your situation. Don’t worry, all your information is completely confidential and the benefactors are never revealed (unless they really want to be).
If you are interested in applying to the fund for all or part of your fees, please state so on your enrolment form. There is no cash equivalent.
“My entire education – school, a year abroad, university and drama school – was funded through bursaries, so it feels pretty amazing to now be involved in a charity that’s enabling others to gain skills and get more involved with the community.” Toby Davies, RABBLE Theatre’s Artistic Director
Bursaries for RABBLE Access Fund students
If you’re an Access Fund student, you can apply for a full 7 year bursary worth up to £271,530 at the world-renowned, arts-focused Christ’s Hospital School, paid for by The Worshipful Company of Grocers.
Term Dates
Autumn Term 2025:
13th September – 6th December
Half term break – 1st November
Spring Term 2026:
10th January – 18th March
Half term break – 21st February
Help support young people in Reading
The RABBLE Access Fund is here to ensure that everyone can enjoy our work, regardless of family finances.
Help support a local young person here in Reading.