Between March and June 2017, local community theatre groups in the Franklin area attended five practical workshops presented by industry leading experts that have worked both nationally and internationally. Everything from theatre safety practices to costume design was explored during these hands-on masterclasses which were presented in a different theatre space each month.
 
The programme included:
 
Health and Safety in the Theatre with Cathy Knowsley
Lighting Design with Internationally trained theatre practitioner, Nik Janiurek
Costume Design for Community Theatre with Sarah Burren
Marketing and creating an online presence with Gabrielle Vincent
Acting and Directing workshop with Margaret-Mary Hollins