This month, Chickenshed marks its 35^th birthday and we’d like you to help us celebrate.

From humble beginnings in a disused chicken shed to a membership of thousands in the and abroad, Chickenshed has inspired many individuals. Working with an inclusive creative process, which means everyone is welcome and everyone is valued, the Company have produced more the 1,000 pieces of original, outstanding theatre since it began in 1974.

Chickenshed is a unique organisation that exists to open minds and empower all individuals, by encouraging them to see the creative potential and ability, both in themselves and in each other.

Now we need to look forward to our future with your help.

Chickenshed does not receive any statutory funding from the Government or the Arts Council. We rely on donations from individuals, trusts and businesses to keep our pioneering work going. We make a difference to people lives – not just those in our membership, but to audiences, schools and communities touched by our work.

In fact, 60,000 people benefit from Chickenshed every year. The total cost of this is £3.5 million. it is only through people like you who choose to support our work, that we can raise this sum.

Although we'd be grateful to receive any amount, here are just a few examples of where your money will go:

Become a part of our history by securing our future.

“The degree to which this wonderful idea has been pursued is a profound example to us all. It deserves our greatest possible support and if we fail to become involved, we shall become the losers.”
Lord Attenborough

 “At Chickenshed, you can be who you want to be without being afraid of being judged.”

Youth Theatre Member

"In this business it’s usually a case of everyone out for themselves. But here, all those ideals you've been told can't work, such as equal opportunities, looking after your mates, and teamwork, not only do work, but are also very powerful creative forces. It's an impossibility that has been made so possible, it's overwhelming."

Bob Hoskins

“When I first came to Chickenshed I was very insecure. Now I feel confident and love being able to express myself and show what I am capable of.”

BTEC Student

“I’ve learnt that it doesn’t matter what you look like on the outside, it’s what’s going on inside that counts.”

Children’s Theatre Member