Get creative

From tap dancing to creative writing, it's all here at CFT...

Whatever your interests or skill-set, there's something for you in our programme of activities for everyone over the age of 18. 

Fancy yourself as the next Judi Dench? Join one of our Get Into It! classes. Looking for less commitment? Our Drop-in sessions are open to all. So take a scroll below and get creative at CFT.


Get Into It!

Every Monday across four ten-week terms, you have a chance to learn new skills and socialise in our Get Into It! sessions. Join us for Acting, Singing or Dancing workshops in a supportive environment, no previous experience or auditions required.

If you'd like to join Get Into It! but term has already begun then drop us an email, as long as we have space you can join a group or book for the following term.

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  1. Steven Pimlott building

    Get Singing: Nov 2025 - Feb 2026

    Mondays from 24 Nov - 9 Feb
  2. Steven Pimlott building

    Get Acting: Nov 2025 - Feb 2026

  3. Steven Pimlott building

    Get Dancing: Nov 2025 - Feb 2026


Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Company

At CFT we aim to provide the best environment for everyone to explore their creativity and passion for theatre. We run groups for adults aged 25+ with learning disabilities who would like to develop their artistic, personal and social skills in a fun and supportive environment. Wednesday Company meet at The Capitol in Horsham, Thursday Company meet at Southfields Jubilee Hall in Littlehampton and our Friday Company meet at St Paul's Church Hall in Chichester.

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    The Capitol Theatre, Horsham

    The Wednesday Company: Nov 2025 - Feb 2026

    Mondays from 24 Nov - 9 Feb
  2. The Windmill Entertainment Centre, Littlehampton

    The Thursday Company: Nov 2025 - Feb 2026

    Thursdays from 27 Nov - 12 Feb
  3. The Friday Company are pictured sitting and standing on the stage in the Pimlott Building. They are smiling and laughing.
    St Paul's Church, Churchside, Chichester

    The Friday Company: Nov 2025 - Feb 2026

    Fridays from 28 Nov - 13 Feb

The Chatter Project

Aged 65+ and looking for a free space to catch up with fellow creatives and exchange ideas?
We invite you to join ‘The Chatter Project’, where stories come to life and laughter is always on the script!
This free and friendly creative storytelling project is designed for adults aged 65+. It’s all about sparking imagination, sharing life’s wonderful stories, making new friends, and (if you fancy it) creating a bit of theatre together along the way.

We meet every Tuesday afternoon, 2pm–3.30pm at Chichester Festival Theatre. Each session is led by experienced theatre practitioners from CFT.

What to expect?

Expect plenty of lively chat, fun creative exercises, a spot of writing, and maybe even the chance to share your creations in a relaxed showcase (if you’d like to, of course). To top it all off there’s free tea and biscuits for everyone. What’s not to love? And just between us, past Chatter Project groups have even received exclusive invites to special events at the theatre… 

No experience? No problem! You don’t need to be an actor, writer or artist – all that’s needed is a love of good company and a dash of imagination.

Need a lift?

We can arrange transport to and from the theatre, so getting here is easy.

What do current members have to say about the project?

‘I can’t remember the last time I laughed that much.’

‘Mature, intelligent conversation with loads of fun and good biscuits.’

‘Chatter Project is an extremely friendly group that has helped me express myself more.’