NODA Theatre Summer School
"It was my first time coming so I didn’t know what to expect… but it was so good! People are so friendly and open, and there’s a huge sense of trust/safety the entire time. It was very well organised too!" LS 2025
"Our course was fantastic from start to finish. A safe, joyful, energetic space with a skilled, kind and inspirational tutor." SG 2025
NODA Theatre Summer School offers a transformative week of professional training led by top industry experts. Whether you’re a performer, director, or technician, you’ll gain valuable skills that make a lasting impact on your craft.
Immerse yourself in a fully residential programme designed to maximise learning and creativity.
Connect with fellow theatre enthusiasts who share your passion, and create unforgettable memories both in and out of the classroom. This is your chance to learn, grow, and bond with like-minded individuals, all while deepening your love for theatre.
Summer School Dates
The 2025 School will take place from Saturday 26th July – 2nd August at Yarnfield Park, Stone, Staffordshire.
NODA Theatre Summer School provides residential training to NODA members aged 18 and over using professional theatre practitioners. Booking for 2025 opens 9am on 1st December 2024.
Future Dates:
2026 1st August – 8th August
2027 31st July – 7th August
Booking
If you have a question, please contact us at summerschool@noda.org.uk
Our dates for 2025 are 26th July – 2nd August.
Our last date for receiving a booking is Sunday 13th July 2025.
Booking for NODA Theatre Summer School 2025 will open at 9am on 1st December 2024. The fee for 2025 is £750 and a deposit of £150 is required when booking. Students must be strictly 18+, members of NODA (including affiliated societies) and course places are subject to availability. For more information, please see our Terms and Conditions.
Sarah Osborne is an experienced and inspirational drama practitioner, director and writer who has been working within theatre, training and education (both mainstream and outside of school) for over 30 years. In addition to her freelance work she is artistic director of Yew Tree Arts Ltd and Yew Tree Youth Theatre.
Her work in the arts focuses on creating quality theatre and encompasses a vast range of productions of established plays in addition to the devising, writing and direction of innovative new works many of which are ensemble based. At the heart of all of her productions is the search for truth, integrity and creative vision. In her work within education and training she uses drama to develop creativity, confidence and communication all essential elements in successful learning. Her education work is driven by the same ambition of excellence and opportunities for all as her work in theatre.
NODA Theatre Summer School has a valuable place in Sarah's heart - as a tutor for 10 years she recognises it's unique and vital place in the world of amateur theatre and is honoured to now have a central role in it's direction.