Genesis Youth Theatre Group
The Genesis Youth Theatre Group was founded in Wellington in March 1996 with the purpose of introducing young people to all aspects of the performing arts.
In the past they have performed hit plays, musicals and cabarets including Kes, Sparkleshark, Bugsy Malone and Genesis Showcases; performed as part of the Brewhouse Theatre's 'Fully Charged' Festival and Somerset Fellowship of Drama's Youth Festival; as well as writing and performing 'Think Twice' - a highly-acclaimed and specially commissioned drugs awareness play which toured various schools and youth organisations in the South West. The group also took part in a National Film Project in association with First Light Films, UK Film Council and Somerset Film and Video.
The group re-launched in 2006, with a new and exciting programme based around staging 2 or 3 performances each year. Members have the opportunity to get involved in all aspects of staging a production including performing, marketing, lighting, sound, make-up, costume and stage management through a variety of workshops.
The group had a walking entry in the 2007 and 2008 Wellington Carnivals to promote the shows they were about to stage. They won the Best Walking Entry in 2007 and in 2008 won Best Walking Entry and Best Wellington Entry! Keep a look out in 2009 where they will be back to defend their titles!
The group meet between 7pm and 9pm on every Wednesday evening during the school term time. Due to popular demand, attendance is limited to 30, so please e-mail the group's Secretary for information about joining the waiting list.
