Andrew Curphey Theatre Company

Award winning theatre and stage school | Primary Creatives | EST. 2009 | Posts by @andrewcurphey

Andrew Curphey Theatre Company recently won the 'Arts Organisation of the Year' at the Liverpool City Region Culture and Creativity Awards 2024. As we mark our 16th anniversary, we're excited to announce our 2024/2025 season of classes in Widnes, Runcorn, Warrington, and Frodsham. Under the leadership of Andrew Curphey, an actor, performer, and theatre teacher from Widnes, along with his talented

team of performing arts teachers and practitioners, ACTC offers a supportive environment where children and young people can develop their skills in performing arts, musical theatre, drama, dance, and singing. Our evening classes in the community provide valuable opportunities for creative growth and skill enhancement. Participants not only improve their performance abilities but also build confidence and have fun. Each year, our students have the chance to take part in exciting live performances. ACTC has a strong history of delivering performing arts workshops and lessons in local primary schools. Our services include PPA cover, curriculum projects, after-school clubs, productions, and CPD lessons. We are committed to creating positive experiences for students, staff, and school management, believing that every primary-aged child should have the chance to explore creative and performing arts during the school day. We are also grateful for the continued support of our Patron, Marjorie Barlow (Gary's Mother), who frequently attends our productions. Andrew says, “Our teaching philosophy focuses on providing a safe environment where children and young people can grow and learn. We give them a platform to express themselves, showcase their talents, and build confidence. Our core mission is to ensure that every child and young person has fun and creates lasting memories.”

In 2024, Andrew reached the semi-finals of Britain’s Got Talent, performing live on ITV. In 2018, he was commissioned by Halton Borough Council and the Mersey Gateway to create and direct a performance for Her Majesty the Queen and the Duchess of Sussex. This significant event, which included conversations with both the Queen and Meghan Markle, received extensive media coverage on Sky News, BBC, ITV, ABC (America), Good Morning America, and other international and UK press outlets. For more information about ACTC evening classes or our daytime school provision, please use the links above or email [email protected].

27/06/2026

🎉 IT’S TODAY 🎉

Our Drama & Dance Festival 2026 has arrived.

Today The Studio, Widnes becomes home to our ACTC Drama & Dance Festival with immersive performances full of creativity, movement and energy.

To all our performers… enjoy every second and shine.

🎟️ Limited tickets available:�https://www.ticketsource.com/actheatreco

26/06/2026

🚨 1 DAY TO GO 🚨

Tomorrow our Drama & Dance Festival returns!

An immersive celebration of drama and dance that moves beyond traditional theatre and fills the venue with energy, creativity and movement.

Our performers are ready and we cannot wait to welcome you.

🎟️ Last chance to book:�https://www.ticketsource.com/actheatreco

25/06/2026

⏳🎭 2 DAYS TO GO 🎭⏳

We’re getting closer…

The Drama & Dance Festival returns in our ACTC Fringe Festival format for another exciting and immersive experience.

Expect creativity, movement and performances that bring the whole venue to life.

Join us at The Studio, Widnes.

🎟️ Tickets:�https://www.ticketsource.com/actheatreco

24/06/2026

🎭✨ 3 DAYS TO GO ✨🩰

The countdown is on…

Following the success of last year, we’re bringing back our ACTC Drama & Dance Festival.

Moving beyond traditional theatre, this immersive experience gives our young performers the chance to perform in a dynamic and interactive way while filling The Studio, Widnes with energy, creativity and movement.

We cannot wait to share it with you.

🎟️ Tickets: https://www.ticketsource.com/actheatreco

24/06/2026

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12/06/2026

🎄✨ OUR NEW WEDNESDAY MUSICAL THEATRE CLASS PRESENTS… ✨🎄

🎁 ELF THE MUSICAL JR. 🎁
📅 14th & 15th November 2026

Join Buddy the Elf on a fun, heartwarming adventure filled with great songs, festive moments and plenty of Christmas cheer.

There is still time to get involved…

🎭 Wednesday Musical Theatre
📍 The Studio, Widnes
🕔 Wednesdays | 5:00pm–8:00pm
🎶 Ages 9–17 years

Whether you love to sing, dance, act or want to build confidence and make new friends, come and be part of something special.

🎟️ Join the class: actc.classforkids.io/info/395

09/06/2026

🎭 JOIN OUR WEDNESDAY MUSICAL THEATRE CLASS. BEFORE REHEARSALS BEGIN! 🎭

There has never been a better time to join our Wednesday Musical Theatre class because very soon, this group will begin work on their very first full Musical Theatre production 👀✨

📣 Show announcement coming soon…

Our Wednesday class has become such a brilliant group of young performers, full of energy, creativity and enthusiasm, and we’re inviting new students to join now and be part of the journey from the very beginning.

🕔 Wednesdays | 5:00pm – 8:00pm
📍 The Studio, Widnes
👥 Ages 9–17

Students develop skills in:
🎭 Acting
🎶 Singing
💃 Dance
⭐ Performance & confidence

As part of ACTC’s supportive and inspiring community, students make friendships, grow in confidence and work together towards an exciting live production experience.

With our first show just around the corner, now is the perfect moment to join and get involved before rehearsals officially begin.

⭐ Paid trial sessions available.

🎟 Book your place here:
https://actc.classforkids.io/info/395

We cannot wait to reveal what’s coming… 👀

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Website

https://www.actheatrecompany.co.uk/

Address

Frodsham, Runcorn, Warrington Widnes
Widnes

Opening Hours

Monday	4:30pm - 7pm
Tuesday	5pm - 8pm
Wednesday	4:30pm - 8:30pm
Thursday	4:30pm - 7pm
Friday	4:30pm - 8:30pm