About HIT
Inclusive theatre for everyone in Hertfordshire
Herts Inclusive Theatre is a charity that uses theatre to build confidence, communication and wellbeing, and to break down barriers around disability.
Our purpose
Why we exist
We bring people together on an equal level, without prejudice. Through theatre we build social and communication skills, confidence and wellbeing.
We work with children, young people and adults, especially those who are disabled or face economic or social disadvantage, and their families, across Hertfordshire and neighbouring areas.
What we do
One company, many stages
Groups and workshops
Weekly drama groups, holiday workshops and Colourful Minds community workshops.
Schools
Speech Bubbles in primary schools and bespoke projects for SEND and mainstream schools.
Training and access
The Inclusion Stage, Autism Acceptance training and access guides for events.
Productions
Inclusive productions, films and community projects.
Enrich Festival
Our festival celebrating disabled and neurodivergent artists.
Support us
Donate, volunteer and partner with HIT.
Our story
More than twenty years of inclusive theatre
| When | Milestone |
|---|---|
| Today | Groups in five towns, Colourful Minds community workshops, The Inclusion Stage and new access guides for events |
| September 2023 | Became an official Speech Bubbles partner, bringing the programme to Hertfordshire primary schools |
| 2020 | Moved online during lockdown with virtual theatre evenings and the Enrich Online Festival |
| 2019 | First Enrich Festival at Watford Palace Theatre |
| December 2018 | Registered as a charitable incorporated organisation (charity no. 1180955) |
| Early years | Began as children’s and youth theatre groups in Watford, open to everyone |
Our people
The team
Our practitioners are experienced theatre-makers who specialise in inclusive practice. They are supported by a board of nine trustees and around twenty volunteers.
Caroline Stevens
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Trust and accountability
Recognised and trusted
- Disability Confident
- Equality Trailblazer sponsor
- KAVS member
- Registered charity 1180955
Want to work with us?
Join a group, bring us into your school or partner with us on a project.