Empath Theatre CIC

Theatre and Film With a Spark

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Bold and Beautiful Plays

Brave and empathetic new plays.

Theatre empowers us to move, feel, and connect.

Putting your message centre stage.

Wellbeing Workshops

Awareness and Education

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We Make Theatre And Film with Heart

Here is just some of our past work:

Two people in costumes sit on the ground.

A woman in a black coat and glasses doing a historical play.

Empowering Change Through Theatre

Bold performances that reflect real lives and unheard voices.
Creative workshops that support wellbeing and self-expression.
Pathways into creative careers for people from all backgrounds.
Theatre-based mental health and community programmes
Inclusive, intergenerational projects.
Co-created storytelling rooted in local experiences.
Skills development in acting, design, and production
Partnerships with schools, VCSE organisations, and local & national authorities.

We Make:

We Promise:

To listen. Your voice shapes everything we do. Every project includes simple, meaningful feedback so we grow with our community.
We make creativity accessible. We aim to publish clear access info for every event and always keep at least 30% of places free or subsidised.
We centre working-class and under-heard stories.
We put kindness and wellbeing first. All our sessions follow a empathy-led approach designed to make you feel safe, seen, and supported.
We co-create high-quality work with our community. At least half of our creative projects are shaped directly by participants, leading to outcomes our community can be proud of.

"This piece was incredibly moving and raw, the cast have portrayed issues that women face, far too often. It has inspired me and I felt a sense of personal healing, so thank you."

- 97% Audience Member

"I attended some acting workshops for adults in Pontefract and South Emsall run by Empath theatre. i absolutely loved it , learnt so much and met some interesting people. thank you for the experience and excellent workshops {...}."

- InterDrama Workshop Participant

”Supported me during illness and when I wasn’t feeling at my best. Being able to get involved in something like this put me on a roll and inspired me.”

-Tracks and Tales Workshop Participant

"Fantastic job by everyone at tonight’s show. Was blown away."

- 'Under the Sun' Audience Member

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Got a project you'd like to talk about? An actor looking to be part of a welcoming professional group? Or just want to ask a question? We'd love to hear from you.