First Act 2011

First Act is an amazing and heart-warming charity. They meet weekly at Sandown and Shanklin Rugby Club. The members participate in theatre workshops which builds into the companies bi-annual performances at Shanklin Theatre.

First Act is an amazing and heart-warming charity. They meet weekly at Sandown and Shanklin Rugby Club. The members participate in theatre workshops which builds into the companies bi-annual performances at Shanklin Theatre.

The members that attend First Act have a variety of disabilities including: Visual impairment, hearing impairment, physical impairment, mental impairment, invisible disabilities, cognitive and/or learning disabilities. In addition to theatrical workshops, First Act take members to St. Catherines School where they design, create and build props and costumes for the shows.

First Act have produced 2 shows a year since 1994 but they have now extended their show days to 3, in hope to draw more attention and build their reputation further in the local community.

The supportive environment builds towards the development of members confidence, pride, work ethic, enhanced social and communication skills, plus an overall sense of achievement. They are very proud of the work they produce and perform, often leaving audiences amazed by the talents that are discovered and brought to the fore.

“The WightAid grant will ensure the show will be an imaginative experience, with the cast taking on their biggest production to date. The stage will be full of colour, vibrant costumes and detailed sets. Complemented with an original script and array of music.”

Lottie Laidler. Project Co-ordinator

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