In 2024/25 we achieved:
145,000+
audience members & workshop participants
20,800+
Creative Learning participants joined 1,326 events
10,000+
free tickets given to schools & community groups
763
performances including 37 access adapted performances
56%
took part in workshops for free
9
touring productions reaching 24,000+ people
Here are some of the programmes and opportunities made possible thanks to the support of our Polka family.
Rhyme & Sign
Anisa and her mum have been attending Rhyme & Sign workshops since January 2026. They love learning new signs together, and her mum has already noticed huge improvements in her confidence, communication, and social development:
“When we first started attending workshops at Polka Theatre, Anisa was very reluctant to engage independently and wanted me to do
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Freefalling
Freefalling engages young people who are experiencing challenging circumstances through bespoke drama workshops. Gabby, who is 13, has been coming to Freefalling for three years after being referred due to difficulties with friendships, challenges expressing emotions, and low self-esteem.
“Since I started Freefalling, I’ve been a lot more confident. I can have more fun the more confident I feel. My favourite memory is doing my first show, ‘cause it was the first time I got
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Polka Invites
Creative activities enhance children’s emotional, social, and cognitive development. Polka Invites increases access to creative experiences for families like Laura’s who otherwise could not attend by offering free tickets and workshop places.
“We have enjoyed a number of shows and workshops this past year, and I am very thankful for Polka Invites. The last workshop in particular was wonderful. My 4-year-old twin boys who never engage
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