Gosport 12-year-old carer puts on a show for SEN children
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He is the middle child of three boys, all of whom have a chromosome disorder called 22q 11.23 Duplication, and his two brothers both have autism, making him aware of the difficulties of attending the theatre.
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Hide AdKurtis, along with the help of his mum, Becky Ebsworth, wrote ‘The Spider that wanted a home’, which he wanted to make into a real show that is accessible for everyone.
Becky said: ‘He acts as a young carer for both of his brothers. He always wants to help out, but his reason for doing it is because we use Marvels and Meltdowns which is a charity that supports families who have children with autism, and they have said how difficult it is for SEN children to go to the theatre.’
It was shown at St Matthew’s Church on October 28, and it was a hit, with tickets costing £3 each for those that could afford it, and it was then free for families that use the churches food bank.
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Hide AdBecky added: ‘I am super proud of him. He has always wanted to help others. He should be so proud of himself, he has his own problems, he has anxiety but he doesn’t let it stop him, he is always for everybody else.’
He has found a passion for theatrics which he wants to pursue to continue to help SEN children, and from the performance he managed to raise £270 on tickets, which he has donated back to Marvels and Meltdowns.