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Blue Apple Theatre
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Theatre, dance, music, film by learning disabled performers. Part of Minstead Trust.
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UK Disability History Month is a time to reflect and learn.
Our new blog explores exclusion in British education and honours those lost under Nazi persecution.
Watch two powerful videos: blueappletheatre.com/stories/2025...
#UKDisabilityHistoryMonth #InclusionMatters
Inclusion and understanding our past — Blue Apple
The theme for UK Disability History Month 2025 is "Disability, Life and Death," inviting us to explore how society values the lives of disabled people and to renew our commitment to creating a more ac...
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December 17, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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Start your new year with Blue Apple Theatre! Enjoy an adventure themed show of plays, dances and songs by our groups of adult and youth performers with learning disabilities from across Hampshire. Come and join us at Thornden Hall from 5pm to 7pm on Sunday 18 Jan 2026.
December 12, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Here are a few snippets from the Blue Apple Singers entertaining a very appreciative audience at the @TheMinsteadTrust New Forest Day Opportunities Winter Craft Fayre at Minstead Lodge on Thursday. A wonderful event!
December 8, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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The Blue Apple Singers had a wonderful time performing at the Minstead Trust Winter Fayre yesterday afternoon to a very enthusiastic and engaged audience. Thank you to everyone who came along to support them and enjoy the fabulous stalls at the Fayre.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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The Snowman - A Blue Apple Christmas Adventure at QE2's Winter Showcase and Christmas Celebration from 12-3pm Saturday 6th December 2025 at QE2 Activity Centre in River Hamble Country Park. Come and enjoy the festive cheer.
A wintery background with pine trees and snowflakes. In the foreground a man dressed in rustic peaked cap and cape appears to fly with arms outstretched and cape spread behind him. Overlaid logos of QE2 and Blue Apple and text The Snowman - A Blue Apple Christmas Adventure at QE2's Winter Showcase and Christmas Celebration 12-3pm Saturday 6th December 2025 QE2 Activity Centre in River Hamble Country Park Come and enjoy the festive cheer: Brass band ~ QE2 ukelele band ~ Crafts made at QE2 ~ Calendars Prize Draw ~ Games
December 3, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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Thank you Hampshire Chronicle @hampshirechronicle.bsky.social for throwing a spotlight on our Artistic Director Richard Conlon's co-direction of Journey to the West with Intellectual Heart Theatre Company at the Luminous Festival in Beijing.
Read it here: www.hampshirechronicle.co.uk/news/2556000...
Winchester theatre company makes international impact through inclusive arts
The project, an inclusive stage adaptation of the Chinese classic Journey to the West, was performed at the Luminous Festival in Beijing’s 798 Art…
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October 31, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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Cian Binchy scares us all with his spooky introduction to five shows by disabled artists in November...Thank you Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social for promoting our Hanger Farm Community Theatre performance Love.Power.Storm. on 10th November
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Want some disabled talent to spark your interest this November? ✨

Well, look no further – Cian’s here with 5 shows you won’t forget!

👉 Know any upcoming disabled-led shows we should feature?

Drop a comment or get in touch!

✉️ [email protected]

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November 2025 | 5 Shows By Disabled Artists
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October 31, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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Blue Apple Theatre is now 20 years old. 🎂
To hear more about our history watch a That's TV interview with our Associate Director Rebecca Godden this afternoon from 5.45pm on Channel 7 on Freeview. Tap in your postcode at this link to display channels: https://www.freeview.co.uk/tv-guide
October 15, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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The 2026 #WorldMentalHealthDay theme is #AccessToServices. Our inclusive performing arts activities support the wellbeing of people with learning disabilities, providing social connection and recognition. "It feels more like a community...a whole new, wonderful experience."
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October 10, 2025 at 6:20 AM
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Back THIS Friday 5pm – 6:30pm 3rd October at Mayflower Studios, Southampton.
Book by phone 023 8071 1811 or see https://bit.ly/BATYouthMayflower
October 1, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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Blue Apple Theatre and Beijing’s Intellectual Heart Theatre Company present an inclusive Journey to the West at Luminous, China’s pioneering inclusive arts festival, supported by British Council. Below Richard interviewed after performance. Performance photos here: www.pailixiang.com/album_ia1024...
Four people on a stage sit on chairs - one speaks into a microphone. Behind them is a large concrete wall.
September 26, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Blue Apple Theatre and Beijing’s Intellectual Heart Theatre Company present an inclusive Journey to the West at Luminous, China’s pioneering inclusive arts festival, supported by @BritishCouncilArts – livestream 26 Sept, 12.30pm UK: https://www.pailixiang.com/album_ia10243061475.html
Performers dancing and Chinese script including English text Luminous Festival and Journey to the West
September 26, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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Try acting, dancing and singing with Blue Apple Theatre in Winchester, New Forest, Southampton and more. A study with Winchester participants found people felt seen, heard and part of something bigger. Sessions build confidence at your pace. Call 01962 827352 to find out more.
A group of four people dressed in regency-style costumes stand in front of a brick building and holding supersized blue feather quills stand with a large puppet that holds a large quill and is in grey regency dress with printed text supported by another person peering out of the costume. Overlaid text reads: “Self esteem … being heard; being seen; and being part of something bigger than themselves. Measures of Wellbeing Report, Dr Rachel Harrison, University of Winchester (2023). Try a free taster session. Call 01962 827352. Winchester – New Forest – Southampton – Ringwood.”
September 24, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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Try acting, dancing and singing with Blue Apple Theatre in Winchester, New Forest, Southampton and more places. A study with Winchester participants found Blue Apple helped build friendships. Free taster session available. No experience needed. Call 01962 827352 to find out more.
Five people pose together in a studio or stage setting as though they are running. Overlaid text reads: “Relationships. Good for friendships — most of us wouldn’t be as close as we are now without Blue Apple. Measures of Wellbeing Report, Dr Rachel Harrison, University of Winchester (2023). Try a free taster session. Call 01962 827352. Winchester – New Forest – Southampton – Ringwood.”
September 23, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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Try acting, dancing and singing with Blue Apple Theatre in Winchester, New Forest, Southampton and more locations. A study with Winchester participants found unique opportunities at Blue Apple boosted wellbeing. Free taster session available. Call 01962 827352 to find out more.
A group of people in a rehearsal space, some holding scripts and one with dyed blue hair. Overlaid text reads: “Mental wellbeing. You can be yourself here. Measures of Wellbeing Report, Dr Rachel Harrison, University of Winchester (2023). Try a free taster session. Call 01962 827352. Winchester – New Forest – Southampton – Ringwood.”
September 22, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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Try acting, dancing and singing with Blue Apple Theatre in Winchester, New Forest, ad Southampton. A study with Winchester participants found they felt seen, heard and part of something bigger – key to wellbeing. Free taster session available. Call 01962 827352 to find out more.
A group of people on stage dressed in 1940s-style everyday clothing, some raising their arms in celebration. Overlaid text reads: “Self esteem … being heard; being seen; and being part of something bigger than themselves. Measures of Wellbeing Report, Dr Rachel Harrison, University of Winchester (2023). Try a free taster session. Call 01962 827352. Winchester – New Forest – Southampton – Ringwood.”
September 19, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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Try acting, dancing and singing with Blue Apple Theatre in Winchester, New Forest, Southampton and more locations. A study with Winchester participants found every contributor improved communication skills. Free taster session available. Call 01962 827352 to find out more.
A group of people on stage dressed in costumes from The Wizard of Oz, including characters resembling Dorothy, the Tin Man, and the Scarecrow. Overlaid text reads: “Communication skills. Every Blue Apple participant stated their communication skills had improved as a direct result of their involvement in Blue Apple. Measures of Wellbeing Report, Dr Rachel Harrison, University of Winchester (2023). Try a free taster session. Call 01962 827352. Winchester – New Forest – Southampton – Ringwood.”
September 18, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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Emergency Alert test – Sunday 7 Sept, 3pm
Phones may make a loud noise and vibrate. It’s just a UK Government test.
Not linked to Blue Apple Theatre.
We’re sharing this to help people feel prepared, not worried.
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September 1, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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Participants and families came together at Lakeside Park in Eastleigh on Sunday to enjoy a picnic, games and have fun socialising. We had a lovely time together!
A collage of 13 photos showing people enjoying a summer picnic in a sunny grassy area, paying giant dominoes, badminton, boules and chatting.
August 14, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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Blue Apple Singers performed at Eastleigh Mela, hosted by The Asian Welfare and Cultural Association. Here is a short selection of clips from the day. Maybe you'll be singing along by the end ....
July 31, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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Photos from the end of term summer sharing of Mayflower Participation's Blue Apple Youth Theatre for young people aged 15-21 with learning disabilities. The group called it 'The great fish and chip scandal'. Lots of fun! The Autumn restarts on Friday 3rd October – 10 sessions.
A five photo collage showing young performers in a studio working with a facilitator. Overlaid text reads 'The fish and chip scandal' 'End of term summer sharing' Mayflower and Blue Apple logos.
July 30, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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Our Forest Forge Branching Out Group in Ringwood had great fun showcasing their summer term progress with to a studio audience. They chose The Gruffalo as their theme and explored rhyming through physical and vocal characterisation.
A montage showing two photos of performers on stage in poses for the audience. In one photo the performers wear animal ears.
July 30, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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Scarf Drama Club in New Milton term time Mondays 5.30pm to 7pm offers acting, singing and dancing skills for young people with special needs from age 10 up to and including 25 years. Please note that all participants must be or become members of Scarf. Call/text 07874 221249
July 29, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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Our lovely volunteer Ruby who supports our QE2 Blue Apple Theatre group is off to drama school in September. We wish her all the very best. Bye Ruby. Thanks for all your help! We will miss you and hope you come to visit us.
Six people sit in a bright room and smile. The central person holds a sunflower. Overlaid text reads: Our lovely volunteer Ruby who supports our QE2 Blue Apple Theatre group is off to drama school in September. We wish her all the very best. Bye Ruby. Thanks for all your help! We will miss you and hope you come to visit us.
July 28, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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Chestnut, our adult performing arts group in Southampton, wowed friends and family last Thursday with their end of summer show inspired by The Greatest Showman. Here's a short reel capturing the magic of the evening.
July 22, 2025 at 8:48 AM