Take part
Mayflower is for everyone!
We endeavour to give opportunities for all to take part, develop skills, gain insight and perform on our stages, through a range of participation opportunities.
We create exciting projects and experiences for children, families, young people, schools, colleges, universities, adults and community groups.
So, whether you are looking for offstage or onstage experiences for your child, your school or yourself, there is something for everybody!
For every £1 received,
we re-invest at least 8p in Education, Community & Outreach
In the 2022/23 financial year
In the 2022/23 financial year our team delivered
5
Youth Theatre productions
£27,500
young people bursaries
35
local schools & college projects
Schools
We deliver a rich programme to support students and teachers at all levels of education, from primary school through to university and into theatre careers.
Young people
We are so much more than shows. We love to nurture talent and invite young people to engage with us onstage and offstage.
Children & family
Join us in school holidays for family fun days, and workshops with arts and crafts, drama, movement and more.
In the 2022/23 financial year our team delivered
275
backstage tour engagements
29,803
community engagements
535
discounted student tickets
Adults
We extend passion for theatre and our history with programmes for adults, and opportunities to preserve our heritage.
Artist development
Supporting the work of local artists, and those with a strong connection to Southampton and the surrounding area, at all stages of their development.
Community groups
We are proud of our commitment to engaging with and enriching our local community.
Mayflower Grant Support Scheme
Our Mayflower Grant Support Scheme consists of a grant of up to £500 to support ongoing costs of study including equipment, books etc., or to support audition fees and/or associated travel costs, or to support short courses in the arts. It is open for application throughout the year and is assessed monthly.
News & stories
SHOUT Season is here this Spring at Mayflower Studios
Mayflower Theatre launches 'An Inspiring Place' and Mayflower Tours Open Day
How you can support our work
By supporting Mayflower you are helping to provide inspiring arts opportunities for young people, emerging artists, people that may be at risk of loneliness and people who may face more barriers than most to experiencing theatre.