Why we’re the best
At a time when society is increasingly disrupted and the problems caused by misinformation and lack of education and opportunity are being felt in so many communities, Chain Reaction strive to be a beacon of light. We clearly communicate important messages that have a positive effect on children, young people and society in general in an entertaining, engaging, personal and memorable way.
Our Reach
We have been working with disadvantaged young people aged 5-19 in London and across Britain since 1994. We’ve toured extensively with theatre projects, delivered hundreds of hours of targeted intensive school and community-based workshops, run roadshows all over the country, featured at corporate events and training days, and premiered shows at the London and Edinburgh Fringe, all to rave reviews and fantastic feedback.
Since we started, we have reached more than 400,000 young people and adults nationally, over two-thirds of whom live in London. That’s a lot of communities who have felt the positive effect of our work!
Our Impact
Our files are bulging with positive feedback from a huge range of people who have seen, loved, and been inspired by our shows and projects. These include…
Teachers, head teachers, local government staff (from Arts Teams, to Chief Execs, Mayors and even Boris Johnson!), funding bodies, NHS, multinational companies, Youth Offending Teams, health education professionals, the Met and other police forces, Healthy Schools coordinators, the NSPCC, the Terrence Higgins Trust, Victim Support, celebrities, The Stage, The Times Educational Supplement… but most importantly the adults and young people we work with!
Our Work
We create original, dynamic, inspiring and entertaining projects that provide factual information, provoke debate, and we break down taboos and myths around sometimes difficult issues that young people face as they develop.
All our work builds knowledge, empowerment and self-confidence, and we don’t shy away from difficult subjects.
We don’t believe there are any other educational theatre companies around that can match us – for originality, flair, educational value and pure entertainment!
Our Approach
We’ve gained a reputation not only for the outstanding work we do, but also for our professional attitude and well-managed approach.
Some of our on-stage characters may be up to some pretty bad things, but the real-life people at Chain Reaction are famous for their positive, proactive and friendly approach.
We aim to uphold the values that we teach – honesty, openness, friendliness, and respect for all people, and we’ve had so many positive comments and compliments from schools, funders and other organisations that we’re positively blushing!
Our Partnership
We aim to look after those who look after us. It’s win-win!
As a funder or sponsor, we will ensure that we publicise your contribution through our website, appropriate media and PR. As a partner, we will offer you a truly mutually beneficial relationship, and the benefit of 26+ years’ success.
As a member of the Chain Reaction staff team, we will give you the opportunity to gain valuable, practical experience of working with one of the country’s leading educational theatre providers.
As a school, community organisation or youth centre, we promise to give the young people you work with a life-changing and hugely enjoyable drama experience.
Our Mission
We continually strive to help people make more informed choices around a range of very important personal and social themes including:
Healthy lifestyles
Sexual health and teenage pregnancy
Smoking awareness
Drugs and alcohol awareness
Bullying and celebrating difference
Emotional well-being
Conflict resolution
Community cohesion
Aspirations
These are issues that affect all of us. By educating children and young people we help make our world better – for EVERYONE!