Art is for
everyone
‘Where community stories become powerful theatre.’
We create powerful theatre from the stories of our community, working with people of all ages to bring local voices to life.
Whether it’s a children’s show, an intergenerational project, or a thought-provoking play, your story inspires us – because your voice matters.
From Story to Stage
At Unpuzzled Theatre Company, every project starts with people — their voices, their experiences, and their stories. While each piece of work unfolds in its own unique way, they all share one thing in common: the community is at their heart. Whether we’re connecting generations through collaborative performance, empowering young people to speak their truth, reimagining history through storytelling, or creating imaginative theatre with children, we work together to bring real stories to life. Explore our four key strands below to see how we do it.
Children’s Storymaking Theatre
Through imaginative, participatory performances like The Mitten and The Rocket, we collaborate with children to co-create theatre that celebrates their ideas, voices, and creativity. Every show is shaped by young imaginations, turning their stories into unforgettable stage experiences.
Young Voices on Stage
From our Youth Theatre in Schools programme to ESL projects and international workshops in Thailand and South Korea, we empower young people to create and perform their own work. This strand nurtures confidence, collaboration, and self-expression while amplifying youth perspectives on stage.
History Brought to Life
Blending storytelling with real events, projects such as A Knight at the Museum, Wat Tyler Youth Project, and The Museum of Living History bring the past vividly into the present. By reimagining history through performance, we connect communities with the people and moments that shaped their world.
Stories Across Generations
Through powerful intergenerational productions like Revolt!, The Truth About Love and Memories Under the Moon create space for people of all ages to share stories, learn from one another, and make theatre together. These projects celebrate connection, memory, and the stories that unite us.
Voices From Our Community
Our work is shaped by people, and their words mean the most.
Testimonials
This summer has been an Unpuzzled one for me and truly one I will never forget. The talent, creativity and support I have received and seen have been amazing. It has provided me with an invaluable opportunity for my entry-level career in theatre.
— Shamsa, Apprentice Stage Manager, The Museum of Living History and Revolt!
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It has been lovely having Unpuzzled to add to our extra-curricular clubs this year. The children who have signed up come from a range of different backgrounds, many of whom wouldn't have the opportunity to attend theatre club outside of school. The children have been enthusiastic about their sessions and it has developed the confidence of some of the shyest members of the group.
— T. Brooks, Head Teacher, The Westborough School, Youth Theatre Program
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“A highly interactive performance that captured the children and adults alike. Such a great way to learn about local historic events. My children loved the interactive parts, the puppets and the actors. They loved participating whilst learning and having fun!
— Parent Voice, The Museum of Living History
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“Theatre is the art of looking at ourselves” Augusto Boal
