The People’s Players

A great opportunity to learn the craft of acting and theatre.

Welcoming those over 18 years of age, who want to learn the craft of acting and theatre.

What skills are we looking for? Nothing, just your enthusiasm. It is okay if you have no previous experience. Just come along and try it out.

There are no fees or subscription, no pressure to perform or previous experience necessary.

Classes

We meet every Monday evening, 7-8:30pm (except on Bank Holidays) in the studio at the Royal Court.

Sessions are free to attend and we cover basic acting skills including; character development, improvisation and physical theatre.

Past performances:

Improvise your way out of that!– A comedy competition showcasing improvisation skills. The Studio, Liverpool’s Royal Court.

Can’t Stop Us Now– Residents of a care home provide their own festive entertainment. The Studio, Liverpool’s Royal Court.

The Scouse Nativity– A comedy festive retelling of the nativity. Main stage ensemble. Liverpool’s Royal Court.

The Golden Oldies Members of a choir turn into a rock band. Main stage ensemble. Liverpool’s Royal Court.

A Different Me during a training session with dementia friends. The Studio, Liverpool’s Royal Court.

Home and Going Halves in the Studio. The Studio Liverpool’s Royal Court.

Dress rehearsal HomeBaked the Musical at the Royal Court Theatre. Picture Jason Roberts

Dress rehearsal HomeBaked the Musical at the Royal Court Theatre. Picture Jason Roberts

If you are interested in coming along click here and fill in this membership form. If you need more information, please contact jay@liverpoolsroyalcourt.com.

Whats's on?

The Scouse Nativity

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Andrew Bird – On Edge 15 Jan 2027 - 16 Jan 2027

Back with a brand-new show Andrew has just supported Russell Howard on his current national tour including four str

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Nick Mohammed is Mr Swallow – Show Pony 09 Apr 2026

A Berk’s Nest production in association with United Agents Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow: Show Pony Taskmast

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Letter To Brezhnev 11 Sep 2026 - 17 Oct 2026

Letter To Brezhnev Teresa and Elaine are young, beautiful and full of life. But they don’t think that will l

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Take Me Home County Road 31 Jul 2026 - 29 Aug 2026

Shelly’s a County Road girl, born and bred, through and through. Once upon a time, she had it all – the

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Boiler Room Six – A Titanic Story 23 Jun 2026 - 24 Jun 2026

Witness the impossible true survival story of Titanic stoker Frederick Barrett. Working in the boiler rooms of the

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Royal Court Heritage Tour 27 Apr 2026 - 17 Aug 2026

The Royal Court is a Grade II listed building, a magnificent example of one of the best theatres built in the Art D

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Ania Magliano – Peach Fuzz 22 May 2026

Fresh from starring in the latest series of Taskmaster, Ania Magliano (Live At The Apollo, Edinburgh Comedy Awards

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Barry Castagnola – The Last of The Barry 24 Sep 2026

Fresh from supporting Greg Davies on his ‘Full Fat Legend’ tour, Barry brings his own show to Royal Cou

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Afternoon Special 29 Apr 2026 - 19 Aug 2026

Due to popular demand, we have introduced two Afternoon Specials every month. The two events in each month wil

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Cured 22 May 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

CURED by Laurence Clark For some, a holy pilgrimage to Lourdes is all prayers, candles and proper holy contemplatio

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Michael Akadiri – Don’t Call Me Uncle! 23 Jan 2027

Following two hit UK tours, Biggest Award in Comedy nominee and resident (junior) Doctor Michael Akadiri prescribes

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Conteh 17 Apr 2026 - 09 May 2026

Conteh by Aron Julius10 years old and fighting out of a club in Kirkby. 19 years old and winning gold at the C

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Taking The Piste 19 Jun 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

Kirkby can be the town of the future! A symbol of regeneration in the 1970s! You know what Kirkby needs? A ski

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Celya AB – We Must Stop Meeting Like This 12 Sep 2026

Have you ever forensically over-thought your life choices? Are they all somehow connected to a passing comment your

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