WHO IS DFK?
DFK is a not-for-profit cross-community, all-ability, performing arts group where children and youth aged 3-18 can enjoy learning about acting, singing, dancing, film, tech, innovation and theatre in a friendly and safe environment. Our in-person classes are held on Saturdays at Ardmore Recreation Centre in Armagh City.
DFK is an inclusive group where children and youth readily welcome their peers from across different social groups, helping each other to understand their differences through the performing arts and helping them to integrate into the local community.
Don’t just take our word for it…
‘I would definitely recommend DFK to others. We have been in DFK for 6 months and have met some lovely friendly people. It helps with confidence, socialising and self-esteem. The organising of this group is first class and the enthusiasm of the leaders is infectious. DFK are a super bunch!’
– Hive Parent
‘I go to DFK to be around my own people and not be judged for being different and expressive. It’s also really helped me come out of my shell. I believe that I’ve become more confident from attending DFK’
– PAW & HIVE Student
‘DFK provides Well organised, age-appropriate classes run by a professional, talented team who really care about the young people they are working with. The fact classes continued throughout the covid lockdown is a testament to their passion’
– BIG BEE PARENT
LATEST NEWS
WHAT WILL OUR 2023 SHOW BE?
The new year has begun, and we have started to think about the end-of-year show! There are plenty of options, so each week, we take down two until we get to the FINAL ONE!
JANUARY 2023 REGISTRATION OPEN!
2023 Registration is open! We still have spaces in all of our classes. If you have a child aged 3-18 who enjoys, drama, acting, singing or dancing, then DFK could be perfect for them!
Our classes
Saturday classes are at Ardmore Recreation Centre. Class content is tailored for age and ability:
- 3-5y/o: Little Bees – fun & interactive way to make new friends & express themselves
- 6-10y/o: Big Bees – build self-confidence, learn how to improvise, perform on stage
- 11-15y/o: Hive – teaches technique & improvisation as well as performance & social skills
- 14-18y/o PAW (Performance Arts Workshop) – focuses on the complete actor, complements GCSE & A-level drama/theatre studies.