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A community hire building in Great Dunmow, Essex.
5 studios/rooms for hire inc a 120 studio theatre We have 5 studios to hire, all of various sizes and prices.

The Arts Centre is a community Studio Hire facility in the heart of Great Dunmow! The Arts Centre is a Charity and welcomes all groups, events to use our facilities. Our studios are currently used by:
Rom Theatre Arts
Zumba
Yoga
Bounce
Tomboogie
Band practice
Gymnastics
and many more...Have a scroll through photos for more info! We also hire our studios out for party hire, and can accommodate most parties. We can also deal with children's entertainment and catering. If you would like more information on hiring one of our studios please give Carli a call:
01371 878020 or email [email protected]. We also hold many fundraising events throughout the year, you can be kept updated by liking this group.

17/06/2026

☀️ THE BEST SUMMER EVER STARTS HERE! ☀️
Looking for an unforgettable summer holiday activity for your child?

Join us at RTA Kids Summer Workshops from 3rd–21st August for three weeks packed with creativity, confidence, friendship and FUN!

🎭 Drama
🎤 Singing
💃 Dance
🎬 Screen Acting
🧁 Baking Workshops
🎨 Arts & Crafts
🟢 Slime Workshops
🌟 Musical Theatre

Whether your child dreams of performing on stage, loves getting creative, enjoys baking, or simply wants to make new friends and try something new, there's something for everyone.

Our workshops are designed to build confidence, develop skills, encourage creativity and, most importantly, create amazing summer memories.

📅 3rd – 21st August
👧 Ages 5–14 years
📍 The Arts Centre, Great Dunmow, Essex
⚠️ Spaces fill up fast!
Book your place today:
🌐 www.rtakids.co.uk
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19/05/2026

🚨 MAY HALF TERM JUST GOT AN UPGRADE 🚨

You lot went WILD… so we’ve added 2 EXTRA WORKSHOPS 💥

🧁 Cupcake Decorating
🎤 Be a Pop Star
🧪 Slime Workshop
🍭 Sweet Treats
🎨 Arts & Crafts
💃 K-Pop Dance

✨ Industry led
✨ End of day performance
✨ FULL. ON. FUN.

⚠️ Limited spaces!

🎟️ Book now: www.rtakids.co.uk

£35 per workshop, don’t miss it 👀🔥

04/05/2026

🎭 LIVE AT THE DUNMOW ARTS CENTRE 🎭
Get ready for two standout productions performed by the incredibly talented students of ROM Theatre Arts – right here in our Studio Theatre.

✨ Nickelodeon’s The SpongeBob Musical
A bold, high-energy spectacle packed with iconic music, colour, and pure joy.

📅 13th June 2026 – 17:30
📅 14th June 2026 – 14:00 & 19:00

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✨ Tell Me On A Sunday
An intimate, heartfelt musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Don Black powerful storytelling at its finest.

📅 22nd May 2026 – 17:30
📅 23rd May 2026 – 17:30
📅 24th May 2026 – 14:00

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📍 The Studio Theatre, Dunmow Arts Centre
Haslers Lane, Great Dunmow

🎟️ Book now:
👉 www.ROMTheatreArts.co.uk/sponge
👉 www.ROMTheatreArts.co.uk/TMOAS

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Two completely different shows. One stage. One community.
Whether you’re after big, bold musical theatre or something more intimate and emotional this is your moment to support local talent at its absolute best.

Seats are limited. Don’t hang about.

06/01/2026

JUNIOR ARTS THEATRE CO. AUDITIONS

New year, new spotlight moment.

We’re launching The Junior Arts Theatre Co. A brand-new theatre company led by the powerhouse duo Abby White & Georgia Golding, and honestly… the vibes are immaculate.

AUDITIONS
27th January | 5:30–7:30pm
Ages 7–15 yrs

No experience? No stress.
If you’ve got the spark, we’ll bring the platform. This is your chance to jump into a company that’s all about growth, confidence, storytelling, and straight-up joy.

Rehearsals:
Every Tuesday
Term-time only
Two productions per year because we don’t do things by halves.

Expect big theatre energy, big friendships, and big glow-ups.
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to start performing… this is it.

Location:
The Arts Centre (Dunmow)
1 Haslers Lane, Great Dunmow CM6 1XS

Book your audition:
[email protected]

Lights up. Let’s do this.

19/12/2025

🚨 NEW YEAR. NEW ENERGY. NEW CONFIDENCE. 🚨

January 2026 starts here and RTA Kids is back, bigger, bolder, and buzzing.

If you’re looking for more than just another dance or theatre class in Great Dunmow, you’ve found it.

At RTA Kids, we don’t just teach steps or scripts
we build confidence,
we create friendships,
and we help children find their voice, their spark, and their place.

✨ Dance
✨ Acting
✨ Singing
✨ Musical Theatre
✨ Acrobatics
✨ Classes from age 2+

This is a fresh start for your child.
A place to grow.
A place to belong.
A place where confidence walks in quietly… and walks out loud.

🎭 Led by industry professionals
🎭 A family-run school with 20 years of proven results
🎭 No gimmicks. No chaos. Just high-quality training with heart.

January is the reset.
Give your child something positive, creative, and powerful to step into.

👉 Classes return January 2026
👉 Limited spaces available
👉 Book now at www.RTAKids.co.uk

RTA Kids
Not just another theatre school.
We set the standard others follow.

06/11/2025

It's that time of year!
https://www.romtheatrearts.co.uk/panto

01/07/2025

🍫🎭 Golden Tickets at the Ready! 🎭🍫

RTA Kids presents… CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

📆 Monday 11th – Friday 15th August

🕙 10AM – 4PM daily | 🎟️ Show at 3PM on Friday!

|💰£195 (Sibling Discount £145)

📍 The Arts Centre, Great Dunmow

Join us for a magical week where young performers aged 4–16 will rehearse, sing, dance, act, dress up, and bring this classic story to life all in just 5 days!

🍭 Featuring golden tickets, sweets, songs, costumes, and a show-stopping performance, this is the perfect week for budding stars to build confidence, make friends, and shine on stage.

📲 Spaces are limited — book now at www.rtakids.co.uk

19/06/2025

🎭🌞 RTA KIDS SUMMER CAMP IS BACK! 🌞🎭
🗓️ 28th July – 22nd August | 🕙 From 10AM | 💷 From just £25
📍 The Arts Centre, 1 Haslers Lane, Great Dunmow, CM6 1XS

Join us for 4 weeks of creative adventures, confidence-boosting workshops, and non-stop fun for kids aged 4–16 years!

✨ Highlights include:
🎨 Arts & Crafts
👨‍🍳 Cooking Club
🎬 Acting for Screen
🎤 Be a Pop Star for a Day
🎶 Disney’s Descendants, Encanto, Frozen workshops
💃 Commercial Dance
🍫 Full production week: Charlie & The Chocolate Factory with a show at the end!

🌟 Let your child explore, express and shine this summer with RTA Kids!

📲 Book now at www.rtakids.co.uk or scan the QR code!

08/05/2025

✨ New Baby Ballet Classes – Enroll Now! ✨

Class Schedule:

• Baby Ballet (Walking/Crawling): 3:30 - 4:00 PM – Perfect for little ones taking their first steps!
• Baby Ballet (Ages 2-5 years): 4:00 - 4:30 PM – A magical introduction to dance for our tiny dancers!

Pricing:

• Only £5.75 per class (billed monthly) – An investment in your child’s joy and development!

Start Date: Monday, 9th September

🌟 Special Offer: 🌟 Secure your spot today and enjoy a FREE taster day – let your child experience the joy of ballet before committing!

Email [email protected] to book in your FREE taster session.

28/04/2025

Acting Classes for Adults (Ages 16+)
Thursdays | 6:45–7:45 PM | RTA

Join professional actor Theo Stevenson (Horrid Henry, Millie Inbetween) for engaging and inspiring adult acting classes. Open to all levels, these sessions offer a supportive space to develop acting technique, build confidence, explore scripts, and connect with your creative side. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this class is for you.

Limited spaces – book now to secure your spot!

https://romtheatrearts.membermeister.com/book/LFng0nxD

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Address

1 Haslers Lane
Great Dunmow
CM61

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 10pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 10pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 10pm
Thursday	7:30am - 10pm
Friday	7:30am - 10pm
Saturday	7:30am - 10pm
Sunday	7:30am - 10pm

Website

http://www.theartscentredunmow.co.uk/

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