Our recipe
Presence over performance
Sensory Experience Leads Our Story
Calm, trauma informed space
Play within structure
Presence Over Performance
We value being present over delivering a perfect performance. Our work creates space to listen, respond and connect in the moment, allowing each young person's attention, curiosity and response to shape what happens next.
There is no pressure to perform in a particular way. A look, movement, sound, gesture or moment of stillness can become part of the story. By slowing down and being truly present, we create theatre that is responsive, relational and built together.
Sensory Experience Leads Our Story
We begin with the senses, allowing sound, texture, movement, rhythm and objects to become the starting point for storytelling. Rather than using sensory elements simply to illustrate a story, their qualities can create the story itself.
A sound might become a character. A texture might reveal a setting. A movement might become an emotion. By following what young people notice, explore and respond to, stories emerge collaboratively. We are shaped by sensory experience rather than imposed upon it.
Calm, Trauma-Informed Spaces
We create calm, predictable and welcoming spaces where young people can feel safe to explore, communicate and take part in their own way.
Our sessions are responsive to individual needs, allowing time for regulation, choice and connection. We avoid pressure to perform and recognise that trust, safety and relationships are essential foundations for creative exploration.
Play Within Structure
We create clear, predictable frameworks that give young people the security to explore freely. Sessions have a familiar rhythm and structure, while leaving space for choice, play and unexpected discoveries.
The structure provides a starting point, not a script. Within it, young people can lead, experiment and shape the direction of the story, allowing creativity to emerge at their own pace.
Interested in learning more?
If you would like to learn more about our Approach check out our Sensory Actor training and chat to one of the team today to express your interest for our next course!Â
Lisa
MumElla was fantastic from start to finish. The children absolutely loved every aspect of the session, and her enthusiasm and warmth shone through. She made genuine connections with each child, ensuring everyone felt included, valued and able to take part. Her inclusive approach created a fun, engaging and welcoming environment for all. We would highly recommend Ella and can’t wait to have her back!
Amy Marchant
Deputy Head at The View SchoolIt has been an absolute pleasure hosting Now in a Minute Theatre Company this term. The students have been engaged in a range of activities from making puppets and making masks to beginning to direct each other as we have explored character. The students have enjoyed a range of planned activities and a lot of conversation, building relationships with their peers and learning about how to create a character and exploring what a character might look like, do, or say. It has been an invaluable experience stretching the students speaking and listening skills, stimulating their imaginations and we have all thoroughly enjoyed it.
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