Debut Youth Theatre was founded in 1988 (Known then as SOS Juniors) to give youngsters aged 8 - 18 the opportunity to take parts that might not readily come their way in the adult section.  It is a wonderful training ground for young people to acquire skills that they may wish to use in later life, whether here or elsewhere.  Rehearsals are on Monday nights, 6-7.30 pm at Lordshill, Southampton.  These are extended to 8.30 pm as a show gets closer.

 Numerous juniors have graduated to the senior section, and a number of them continue to be involved with the juniors, providing valuable backstage help as well as direction and choreography.  Rae Baker, one of the earliest members, has gone on to become a professional actress.