Large cast on stage with arms outstretched mid song barring one character in a peach wedding dress who looks dismayed. The cast is made up of local people from a variety of age ranges.

Take Part

At Cast, everyone is welcome to get involved

We help people of all ages build confidence, learn new skills, and enjoy being creative.

Whether you're joining a drama group, taking part in a workshop, or trying something new for the first time, there’s a place for you here. You don’t need any experience, just curiosity and a willingness to have a go.

Come and be part of something exciting, meet new people, and have fun while making a difference in your community.

Tech Rehearsals of the Doncastian Chalk Circle. A group of children sit on a checkered blanket, engaged with a woman holding a puppet. A warm, curious atmosphere is conveyed by the soft lantern light.
A baby in animal-print baby grow holds a soft giraffe puppet while seated on a colorful blanket. A woman beside the baby watches with a gentle expression during a session of Hello Baby at Cast.

Early Years

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Six young performers on stage are light by a emerald green light as confetti falls to the ground and the jump in exhilaration. This photo is from the 2023 Cast Youth Theatre production of Time Casters.

Young People

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Children in green safety vests sit on the floor of a room with green curtains. One child raises a hand enthusiastically. Adults sit nearby, observing.

Schools

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Upcoming workshops

  1. Scriptworks Sharing 2026

    • Workshop
    Writing inspired by the history of Doncaster’s theatres, and artists as part of the Doncaster People’s Theatre project,…
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  2. Two people on stage read scripts. The man gestures animatedly, wearing a colourful jacket. The woman, with long white hair, looks focused. The background is softly lit, creating a dramatic atmosphere.

    Play Reading Club

    • Workshop
    Join us for a cuppa and enjoy reading a variety of plays together.Open to anyone - you don't have to be an actor or…
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  3. A smiling baby sits on multicoloured fabric, playing with purple gauze. There is a clapping parent to the left and another baby in orange gauze to the right.

    Hello Baby Café Morning

    • Family
    A weekly creative café for babies under 18 months and their grown ups.
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Cast is a charity. Your support helps us create opportunities for all ages in Doncaster to build confidence and creativity. 

A gift of just £5 keeps these programmes alive.

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