What is Manna
Theatre Company?
Manna Theatre Company is the musical theatre area of our ministry. We produce musicals to be performed in our community on professional theatre stages. Bringing the gospel to the market place. We are collective family of believers from as young as 12 right through to adult.
We believe that by being a part of the theatre company, you will gain skills in areas such as dance, drama and vocal. And gain confidence and ability to perform.
Frequently asked questions
How can I get involved?
If you'd like to perform with us, joining the company is by audition only, to get an audition please email us. To get involved back stage please contact our productions manager on noah@mannaministries.org.uk
What is expected of me?
We will ask you to purchase a uniform and attend all rehearsals whether online or in person (those with long travel distances can arrange a suitable arrangement for attendance via online means). You will also be asked to provide a short testimony on how you came to know Jesus at your audition and let us know what church you attend.
Is your team DBS checked?
All our team are fully DBS checked and go through a volunteer application process.
Where are the rehearsals?
What safeguards are in place for children and adults mixing?
Anyone over the age of 18 will need to complete DBS form, as we are working as one collective theatre family, adults will have interaction with children. This is why this safeguard is in in place.
Where do you perform?
We perform in multiple areas, typically though we perform within a local range of our rehearsals. Although sometimes we get asked to perform further away, this would result in a tour. We typically perform within the Summer holidays and Christmas period.
What musicals do you perform?
We perform our own orignal musicals. We have had great success in this over the years with multiple sell out shows! Every musical contains a message of faith.
How are parts in a musical allocated?
We hold auditions for parts within the musical towards the begining of the rehearsal schedule.
Do I need experience in the performing arts to join the company?
No, but an audition is required and if passed you will be in!
How much does it cost?
Though there is no formal charge to be a part of the Theatre Compnay, we do believe in owning the vision. So we ask that if you believe in what we do and want to help us reach more people in our communities, that you prayerfully consider making a monthly contrubution to Manna Ministries. At the strat of auditions for casting in the musical we will aks for a contribution to the overall cost of your costumes.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
"When I first came to Manna, it ignited a little spark of love for musical theatre. Now, almost 6 years later, it has grown so much bigger. I love to play different characters in shows and learn new skills every week."
— Cayenne
Midlands
Tuesdays
6:30 - 9pm
12+
Most classes are currently online due to the pandemic
Surrey
Tuesdays
Ages 12+
6:30 - 9 pm
Most classes are currently online due to the pandemic
How to register
To register for Manna Theatre Company please email us. We only accept new members in January or September, auditions must be completed beforehand in order to join on time.
