Unlocking the potential of young people through theatre

In 1980 Solent Theatre Company formed a junior group, this was the Solent Theatre Company Stage One. With the successful shows by the adult and youth company, the two groups became successful and popular with audiences. Sadly the group disbanded and Stage One became self-sufficient and became simply known as "Stage One". Since then the company has flourished and has performed a variety of famous musicals including; Oliver!, West Side Story, We Will Rock You, Les Miserables, Cats and more. In February 2023 Stage One Youth Theatre became a registered charity (1202098).

The group is an amateur one and is affiliated with the National Operatic and Dramatic Association or NODA.