For far too long, the arts have been a space where access has been a privilege, not a right—defined by ableism, ignorance, and systems that exclude people.
Hijinx is here to change that.
As Wales’ leading inclusive theatre company, we don’t just advocate for access—we lead the way, empowering learning disabled and/or autistic actors and participants to take the stage and show the world what’s possible.
Every week, over 160 actors and participants across Wales take part in Hijinx activities—from inclusive drama workshops to professional performance training and world-class touring theatre productions that are authentically inclusive, boldly ambitious, and open to all.
But our impact goes far beyond performance.
Hijinx helps people find their voice, form lasting friendships, grow in self-belief, and, in some cases, transform their lives completely. Read more about one of those lives below.
Ways to Support Hijinx
From organising a fundraiser, volunteering at Unity Festival, or simply making a donation – every bit of support makes a difference.
Discover MoreIn 2019, a young person joined one of our community drama groups.
Before Hijinx, they had been completely isolated. Social anxiety meant they hadn’t spoken to anyone in their college class for an entire academic year. They had no friends. No way to connect. No confidence.
Their parent discovered Hijinx by chance—spotting a group of our actors in branded t-shirts at a local arts centre. Curious, they went home, searched us online, and got in touch. A few weeks later, this young person joined our sessions.
Everything changed.
“Now they have people in their life. They’re part of the gang. They’d never been part of a gang before.”
Through regular drama sessions, performing on stage, and being part of a creative community, this young person found not just confidence, but joy. They began to talk. To connect. To belong.
“For a few hours a week they are happy and carefree. They’re challenged and they rise to those challenges. They have people to talk to now.”
“I have gained confidence in talking to people and performing in front of them. It allowed me to achieve my dream of performing on the stage. Hijinx will give you opportunities that you will not get anywhere else.”
Their parent calls Hijinx “a life changer.” But more than that: “It’s been a life saver. If we hadn’t gone to that arts centre that day and seen the Hijinx actors, I don’t know where they’d be today.”
This is the power of inclusive opportunities and representation in the arts.
And your support makes it possible! Your donation, no matter the size, helps us reach more people like this—offering them creativity, purpose, and a place where they truly belong. Want to know more about how you can make a difference?
Discover how you can support Hijinx