The Other Door was born out of a response to a growing need for creative, inclusive approaches to learning and personal growth.  We started our theatre company because we could see too many people being left behind by traditional paths to learning. In schools, young people who learned differently were often disengaged from texts that felt remote and inaccessible. We saw how many students were struggling to connect with the texts that shape their education. In prisons we saw a hunger for spaces where people could reflect, connect, and explore new possibilities. Many people in prison were searching for new ways to express themselves and imagine different futures. We knew that drama offered a unique answer — a way to unlock understanding, nurture confidence, and give voice to those who are so often unheard. Drama offers a powerful tool to bring stories to life, to build confidence, communication, and emotional connection. 

What began as a passion to make learning more human has grown into a powerful movement in schools and prison communities, where stepping into a story can change the way we see ourselves. Our journey has always been about creating opportunities for transformation through creativity, and opening doors that might otherwise remained closed.