Minstead Trust and Blue Apple Theatre: Stronger Together
In May 2025, Minstead Trust and Blue Apple Theatre became one charity.
Together, we will build brighter futures for people with learning disabilities - supporting them to live independently, grow in confidence, and express themselves through the performing arts.
One charity. Two proud identities.
Blue Apple Theatre is a proud part of Minstead Trust with its own identity and creative spirit.
Blue Apple continues to produce bold, inclusive performances led by artists with learning disabilities. Its work inspires audiences and aims to challenge perceptions across the UK.
This partnership strengthens everything we do. It brings together high-quality social care, supported employment and creative expression, all under one roof.
An exciting future
By working as one:
More people can access the arts as a tool for confidence and independence.
Greater access and training in performance, stagecraft and digital media reaches more individuals.
New pathways into employment and community life are created through creative projects.
The voices of people with learning disabilities are heard more loudly - in local communities and on national stages.
Photo: A Blue Apple performing arts session at Minstead Trust’s Hanger Farm Community Theatre
About Minstead Trust
Minstead Trust supports people with learning disabilities and autism across the south of England. Since 1986, the charity has been helping individuals build the skills and confidence to live independent lives. Through supported living, day opportunities, employment services and inclusive enterprises like Furzey Gardens and Hanger Farm, we help people thrive on their own terms.
About Blue Apple Theatre
Blue Apple Theatre is a leader in inclusive performance. Founded in 2005, the company creates ambitious theatre, outreach projects and films led by learning disabled performers. Its work empowers artists to share their voices, develop their skills and shift public attitudes about disability and the arts.
A future led by creativity, inclusion and ambition
Together, we’re rethinking what’s possible for people with learning disabilities. Not just supporting them to live but championing their right to shine.
