6 new pieces of work in development: x3 disability-led; x3 with embedded creative access.

Working alongside Hijinx Theatre and Mind the Gap, The Egg cast a learning-disabled actor in the Egg Christmas show. This raised awareness of the qualities that traditionally excluded artists can bring to our professional stages and sent affirmative messaging to our young audiences.

A co-created project where children with ADHD work alongside artist Julia Head to develop a brand-new play.

What parents said: "I was really impressed with how well the staff communicated with me about my child. It was clear that every adult truly cared and wanted her to have a positive experience."

As part of our year long Secret Gardens programme, we launched an Artist Retreat. Over an intensive weekend, we brought together 25 artists, including 4 young artists aged 10–18 to explore and shape the projects.

We shared our reimagined version of The Secret Garden, and started work on the creative projects that will reach hundreds of children and young people aged 0–18 in schools, hospitals and community spaces across the South West.

The retreat included engagement with the social model of disability and climate dramaturgies and how these intersect, the guiding principle at the core of this programme. Together, we laid the groundwork for joyful, inclusive and thought-provoking artistic experiences.

Pictured above: Disabled Young Associate Artist participating with her mother

Charlie attended Bath College progressing through Levels 1, 2 and 3 in Performing Arts which he attended at The Egg, gaining a Distinction. Charlie joined the governor’s board at Bath College and was the Student Union Rep for Diversity & Equality. He is now studying Drama at Bath Spa University and is a Young Board Associate for Theatre Royal Bath.

"I came to Bath College as someone who likes theatre, now I’m leaving as a theatre maker with my eyes on supporting the disabled theatre community and changing the way people see disability. I highly recommend BTA for those who have a really strong passion and belief. There is no greater thing than doing what you love!"

As part of a three-year programme, we presented a dedicated performance of Snow Mouse for children from Charlton Farm Hospice.

Working with a team of talented artists, this programme created joyful, accessible theatre experiences. Each artistic interaction is carefully tailored to the needs of the children and families attending, providing significant learning for The Egg

In the last year, we were able to offer 92 free places for children with the most barriers to attendance. They accessed tailor-made plays from companies such as Oily Cart, Dajila Acin Thealander, Secondhand Dance and Ego Arts.

'Superb for Special Needs Students- staff couldn't help enough'. Silverwood Rowde Campus.