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Learning How to Dive (back in…)

Learning How to Dive (back in…)

Award-winning writer Brendan Murray charts the journey from one-act play to full two-act premiere, as Learning How to Dive makes its debut at the White Bear in Kennington, 10 to 21 February 2026.

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A house full of laughter

A house full of laughter

Over the Easter holidays, Damn Cheek returned to Dorking Meeting House for another week of creativity, play and connection. Volunteer co-facilitator Katy Nunn reflects on what made the week so special.

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Time After Time: whose big idea was this…?

Time After Time: whose big idea was this…?

Award-winning writer Brendan Murray takes us behind the scenes of Time After Time – a whirlwind journey from scattered fragments to a fully realised play, with a little panic, a lot of collaboration, and just enough time to learn the lines.

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The Door and War – 15 years on

The Door and War – 15 years on

Damn Cheek co-founder Tony Earnshaw reflects on the enduring relevance of his one-act play The Door, 15 years after its debut, as it returns to the stage amid a world still shaped by conflict.

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Nurturing a new generation of creators

Nurturing a new generation of creators

We’re still buzzing from the energy and positivity of our summer holiday performing arts course for 5 to 11-year-olds! Here, one of our amazing volunteer co-facilitators reflects on a wonderful week…

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Celebrating Pride

Celebrating Pride

We’re delighted that 15-year-old Robin Jago has chosen to join us for their work experience again, and for their first ever London Pride! In this blog post, they explain what Pride means to them.

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Thanks for the experience!

Thanks for the experience!

Two young people – Pippa Banks and John Allen – share their experiences of working on our recent production of Passion for the Planet in Mole Valley.

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