Groups

Our theatre is used by a variety of local groups and schools, many meeting here on a weekly basis.

Wee Mousie Drama Club

Run by Grant Dinwoodie, Wee Mousie Drama Class is a new exciting programme that enables students to develop as creative and imaginative individuals.  Wee Mousie meet on Wednesdays and Thursdays during term-time.

For more information and details of how to get involved contact Grant at drama@weemousie.co.uk or on 07792 139977

Paragon Music

Paragon Music

Paragon is an inclusive music company inspiring people to create and perform their own music. They are passionate about using music and the arts to raise people's aspirations, promoting positive self-image, teamwork, communication and learning.

Workshops are inclusive and accessible for people with additional support needs. Current workshops running in the Theatre Royal studio include:

Nith Riff

Nith Riff is a programme for adults across Dumfries and Galloway. It provides a unique opportunity to jam, experiment with different instruments, and develop songs together in a social and inclusive setting.

Workshops are designed to support participants in experimenting with music, musical instruments and singing/songwriting/spoken word - building confidence in their own musical abilities. They are delivered in a hybrid model where attendance can be in-personor online, via Zoom. 

Resonate

An inclusive group music project for young people (15 25 yrs). Come along to Resonate, meet new friends and enjoy creating and discovering music whilst contributing to regular performances at festivals and events throughout the region.

All sessions are lead by a group of professionally trained Paragon musicians and practitioners who specialise in supporting young people, and people with access requirements. Workshops are delivered in a hybrid model where attendance can be in-personor online, via Zoom. 

For more information and details of how to get involved contact Lucy at lucy-paragon@btconnect.com / 07922 606261 or visit: https://www.paragon-music.org/Pages/Category/music-and-dance-workshops