Taking-The-Space
Theatre Maker & Drama Workshop provider
What People Are Saying about Taking-The-Space
Photos by John Moore
What the grown-ups are saying
“Poppy is never happier than after a Young Actors Club session. She comes out buzzing! They are a friendly, fun group and Maxine’s skills and experience are second to none, If you have a child or young person who is serious about acting or theatre, get them to Maxine's drama club. They will be learning from the very best.”. – Sara- (Young Actor Mum)
“Thank you, Maxine, for another inspired, imaginative and sophisticated offering. You have a special ability to draw from your talented young actors’ performances which often seem in advance of their years.”
Jeremy (Young Actor Dad)
Maxine has boosted my little girls confidence since she started this group. She was so confident she even joined the school production with a speaking role. I cant thank Maxine enough for this
Torie (Drama club Mum)
“Congratulations on a stunning performance from the Junior Actors Club yesterday. They were so professional and confident for such young children - all working together and clearly loving what they were doing.”
Annie (Junior Actor Mum)
“Such a wonderful performance from the Taking-The-Space young people yesterday. Fantastic to see them confident, relaxed and professional in front of a capacity crowd. A funny, clever and polished show”
Fiona (Junior Actor Mum)
“Maxine is a skilled theatre practitioner and has a great rapport with the children, I highly recommend her groups to everyone."
Katie Benedict Drama club Mum.
I highly recommend Maxine as a fabulous, Creative, Upbeat, fun and at the same time professional drama teacher, In Glastonbury. She wrote this Poignant And funny piece about Social media from the perspective of the young people, Who came up with all the ideas. Clearly explaining to confused parents and grandparents mysterious world of social media. It was brilliantly written by Maxine, informative, hilarious at times
Julianne - (Young Actor Mum)
Proud of my not so little girl who was part of this amazing show back in the spring, as well all the others in the group.
Mostly really proud of Maxine Ridout Prime who dreamt the whole thing up, organised, cajoled, bothered and lead them all through the writing, production and performances. Testament to what a great theatre director she is. If you have a young un who is keen on acting, you couldn't give them a better start than Taking the Space.
John (Junior Actor Dad)
Maxine is an amazing drama facilitator and organiser. I was part of the "Unfairy tales" an evening she organised to raise money for the NSPCC. She produced an excellent entertaining event and got the best out of the performers in a very short space of time. I'd put this down to her wealth of experience, determination and passion for anything to do with drama and children. If you can get into a class with her you won't be disappointed.
Kelda Holmes - Actress
What the Club members are saying
“Young Actors Club has vastly improved my performance skills and allowed me to go to university to study acting. I would not be the actor I am today without Maxine and the club
Julia (Young Actor)
The Young Actors Club has given me so much more confidence in what I'm doing. I've also made some amazing friends and the group is very supportive and kind to each other. I really enjoy going to classes
Izzi (Young Actor)
I have gained so much confidence an been given the opportunity to perform in an environment that feels professional and respectful
Amber Young Actor
The young actors group has helped me in a variety of ways such as confidence, learning skills to help me improve my drama pieces as I enter GCSE year I have also made some great friends along the way. I will truly recommend trying these groups out because you will have fun whilst learning new things! So come and give it a try!
Emma (Young Actor)