CHAIN REACTION
Igniting Change for over 25 years
Making the difference
Chain Reaction is an award-winning London-based charity that has been using theatre and media to ignite personal and social change since 1994.
We work in partnership with schools, theatres, local councils and organisations to produce high-quality, emotionally engaging projects which transform the way people relate to themselves, their community and to wider society.
Our work
While our primary focus is on empowering the lives of young people, we work in many ways with lots of different audiences.
Educational Theatre
Workshops
Commercial Theatre
Corporate Theatre
Youth Projects
Our Impact
“A powerful message that led to great discussions. A very lively, engaging production that kept children with short attention spans engaged and on task. A very relevant production.”
— C. Rae, Teacher, London Borough of Greenwich
What’s happening?
Here are some of the projects we’re working on at the moment…
Girls Support Girls
London-wide
Our specially devised workshop programme Girls Support Girls (GSG) for young women aged 13-19 is coming to schools and communities across London very soon. GSG is delivered by our specialist practitioners, using creative methods to empower and educate girls on a number of key issues. Keep your eyes peeled for updates on this fantastic programme!
Chain Reaction Youth Theatre
Newham & Tower Hamlets
Chain Reaction Youth Theatre is a weekly user-led drama project for 11-18 year olds that builds confidence and communication skills whilst giving young people an opportunity to explores issues that are important to them and their communities. Places are limited so get in touch for more info and to book a place!
Action4Gascoigne
Barking & Dagenham
Our youth action group Action4Gascoigne (A4G) is for 11-18 year olds living in Barking & Dagenham. A4G gives young people the opportunity to make a difference to their community, meet new people, gain confidence and learn new skills. Places are limited so get in touch for more info and to book a place!
Our Impact
Years' Experience
People Engaged
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Testimonials
To see more testimonials and examples of our impact click here.
“I have known the work of Chain Reaction for over 15 years and in that time have seen first-hand their outstanding commitment to, and skills in, inspiring some of our most disadvantaged young people to achieve positive outcomes.”
— Erik Stein, Head of Participation, Opportunity and Wellbeing, London Borough of Barking and Dagenham
“Chain Reaction are such positive role models. The standard of performing is high. This is probably the clearest example I have seen of young people taking control of their own creativity”
— Rob West, Arts Council England
“The project brings together young people from different backgrounds for a common cause, giving them a sense of purpose and a phenomenal drive to achieve”
– Paul, Participant, age 18
“Pretty Please is easily one of the funniest, fluffiest concoctions to appear in a long time on the fringe…all the ingredients of a cult classic.”
– The Stage
Support our work
We fundraise continually to ensure our transformational community projects are totally free of charge, making them fully accessible to those who need them most and ensuring our impact is as far reaching as possible.
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Talk to us!
Drop us a line to discuss any aspect of our work.
We look forward to hearing from you.