Head2Head Sensory Theatre

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

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The Barn, Drewshearne, Crowhurst Lane End, Oxted RH8 9NT
01372 278021

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Created November 2021
Updated July 2023
Head2Head Sensory Theatre

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

Head2Head Sensory Theatre is a special needs charity, based in Oxted, Surrey, which is at the forefront of creating inclusive theatre opportunities for children and young people with a wide range of disabilities.

Head2Head Sensory Theatre works with young people with a wide range of disabilities: wheelchair users, learning difficulties, neurodevelopmental disorders, autism, complex health needs, visual/hearing impairments.

Their projects encourage participants to take risks by working in small groups of peers and with neurotypical siblings to increases confidence and widen social interaction and skills.

A unique element of all their work is the ability to provide entertainment irrespective of age and/or stage of development, with puppetry, rhyme, rhythm, repetition, and songs, enabling participants to access it in a fully inclusive way.

All activities are custom-made to help audiences to benefit from participation in an inclusive and accessible event, gain confidence and widen social opportunities, as well as being encouraged to enjoy fresh air and exercise.

Discover more about us at www.h2hsensorytheatre.com.

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

4 months ago

Press Release

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National Lottery Grant Funds Refurbishment of The Barn Hub to Launch Memory Cafe in Oxted, Surrey

National Lottery Grant Funds Refurbishment of The Barn Hub to Launch Memory Cafe in Oxted, Surrey Accessible theatre charity in Oxted, Head2Head Sensory Theatre, has received a generous grant of £20,000 from The National Lottery Fund to complete a vital refurbishment project for the community of Oxted in Surrey. The…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

9 months ago

Press Release

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Small Surrey charity wins big kid’s activity award

Head2Head Sensory Theatre has scooped the Best Non Profit Business of The Year Award (sponsored by Fun Fest for Children) at the Club Hub Awards 2024. The Club Hub Awards are the only national awards for children’s activity providers that recognise and showcase the dedication and achievements of businesses in…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

1 year ago

Event

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Half Term Drama Workshops in Oxted

12 Feb 2024 to 13 Feb 2024

Head2Head’s half term drama sessions provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for children and young people to have fun, make friends and learn new skills in drama, in a friendly and accessible space. Workshops are suitable for children ages 5 to 16+ with moderate learning difficulties and/or physical disabilities. About…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

1 year ago

Press Release

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Surrey theatre charity scoops funding from The National Lottery Community Fund to reach out to disadvantaged families in Surrey

Head2Head Sensory Theatre will receive £9,955 from The National Lottery Community Fund.  The funding will be used to support the charity’s work in providing accessible and inclusive theatre experiences for people of all ages and backgrounds. Anni Rhodes–Steere, Head2Head’s founder said: “We are thrilled to have the support of The National Lottery. This award will help us extend opening…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

1 year ago

Press Release

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Oxted’s accessible theatre charity shortlisted for Community Hero Award

Accessible theatre charity, Head2Head Sensory Theatre, has been shortlisted for the Community Hero Award (sponsored by Greatest Hits Radio) for the Surrey Business Awards in recognition of its work with young disabled children and their families in the local community.  Head2Head’s Founder Anni Rhodes – Steere, said: “We are committed…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

1 year ago

Press Release

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Autism superstar joins Surrey Theatre Charity as Ambassador

Head2Head Sensory Theatre, a disability charity dedicated to making theatre and film accessible for everyone, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Georgia de Gidlow as its newest Ambassador. At just 22 years old, Georgia has already made a name for herself in the entertainment industry, recently rising to fame…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

2 years ago

Press Release

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Disability Theatre Charity celebrates milestone in opening a new accessible venue for Surrey 

Rob Henderson, former British and Irish Lions rugby player, Sir Richard Stilgoe and Councillor Jackie Wren, were amongst 50 guests at Head2Head Sensory Theatre in Oxted this week to celebrate the launch of the accessible venue’s Hygiene Room, with hoist and changing bed.    Funded by The Wooden Spoon Children’s Charity…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

2 years ago

Event

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Summer Drama Workshops for children and young adults with special needs and disabilities (SEND) in Oxted

3 Aug 2023 to 31 Aug 2023

Head2Head’s drama workshops provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for children and young people to have fun, make friends and learn new skills in drama, in a friendly and accessible space. Workshops take place in August 2023 in Oxted, Surrey and are suitable for children and young adults between the…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

2 years ago

Press Release

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Ta-da – the big reveal for local theatre charity’s new accessible website

With a refreshed look and improved functionality, Head2Head Sensory Theatre, a sensory theatre charity based in Oxted, has revealed a brand-new website to improve the overall user experience. Championing sensory theatre since 2005, the charity has unveiled a brand-new look after months of work behind-the-scenes. Head2Head Sensory theatre received funding from REACH/Social Investment Business to help refresh its brand and improve the website’s overall accessibility. It has invested in a brand-new logo and website, created in…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

2 years ago

Press Release

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Charity reaches out to Surrey for help to create a new space for disadvantaged community

A local theatre charity, based in Oxted has an amazing opportunity to access funding via Surrey County Council’s Your Fund Surrey. Head2Head Sensory Theatre wants to create a new space for the community of Oxted, especially neighbouring residents and the families of children with learning difficulties and disabilities. A spokesperson…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

2 years ago

Press Release

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Surrey based theatre charity launches money workshops to support young disabled people during the cost-of-living crisis

Surrey based theatre charity launches money workshops to support young disabled people during the cost-of-living crisis. Oxted based theatre charity, Head2Head Sensory Theatre, has launched new online money management workshops to support young people with disabilities during the cost-of-living crisis. The interactive online money management workshops, which begin on 3rd January 2023 use drama, games, role play and improvisation, to explore real life money experiences such as preparing to visit the shops, budgeting for…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

2 years ago

Press Release

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Disability Theatre Charity launches Christmas Appeal for young disabled people

Double your donations this Christmas to support Head2Head Sensory Theatre in Big Give Christmas Challenge 2022. Surrey based charity, Head2Head Sensory Theatre, is taking part in the Christmas Challenge to raise £24,000 in just one week! The funds raised will be used to support young disabled people by giving them…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

2 years ago

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Community foundation for Surrey puts Head2Head one step closer to launching drama workshops for disabled 

Inclusive theatre charity, Head2Head Sensory Theatre, has been awarded a grant of £2,000 from the Community Foundation for Surrey to help run drama workshops for young disabled people in the community.  The volunteer-led theatre charity has recently moved into Oxted’s Drewshearne Barn and is planning to raise enough funds to…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

2 years ago

Event

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Beauty and the Beast – Multi-Sensory Panto

4 Dec 2022

A traditional pantomime tale accessible to all (ages 0-adult). Head2Head Sensory Theatre returns this winter with a new multi-sensory pantomime – Beauty and The Beast created especially for children and families with SEND/disabilities but accessible to everyone. Join Belle, Hettie Harpic the Housekeeper and Fairy Fifi as they encounter The…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

2 years ago

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Head2Head Sensory Theatre launches new YouTube series for children with special needs

Disabilities Theatre charity, Head2Head Sensory Theatre, has launched Sensory Squad – a new fun and educational Makaton signed and captioned YouTube series for children. Sensory Squad enhances communication and offers learning experiences through songs, crafts, stories dancing and repetition to help families and children prepare for real world experiences through…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

3 years ago

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Surrey charity calls for people to step up to make theatre accessible for all

Head2Head Sensory Theatre, a voluntary led charity based in Oxted, Surrey, is calling upon hero fundraisers to step up and join the battle to make theatre accessible to all by taking part in an inclusive challenge to clock up 22km in steps this February.  Money raised in the 22k for…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

3 years ago

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Surrey theatre charity spreads festive cheer to young disabled students in Farnham

Head2Head Sensory Theatre team performed its multi-sensory Christmas Pantomime, Dick Whittington, to young disabled students of Post19, a leading life Skills and Support Centre for young adults with learning difficulties in Farnham. The show, designed especially for families with SEND has been touring Surrey, West Sussex and Kent since December…

Head2Head Sensory Theatre

3 years ago

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B&Q Foundation supports new Oxted theatre charity

Local Oxted based charity, Head2Head Sensory Theatre, has received a grant from the B&Q Foundation, in partnership with giving platform Neighbourly. Bringing the magic of the theatre to schools and families across the SEND community for over 15 years, Head2Head is volunteer led charity which has recently moved into Oxted. The £5,000…

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