A Nottingham youth centre has unveiled plans to establish a film school following a significant personal donation from Prince Harry.
The Duke of Sussex contributed £1.1million of his own funds to Children in Need initiatives in the city that assist young people impacted by violence.
The Community Recording Studio, which operates in the deprived St Ann's neighbourhood, has benefited from royal support since April 2013.
During his most recent visit to CRS last September, Prince Harry declared: "Nottingham has my commitment, my respect, and forever a place in my heart."
Prince Harry's £1.1m donation has allowed for plans to refurbish The Community Recording Studio
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The charity now hopes this financial backing will enable it to replace its run-down premises, where it has operated for over three decades.
Trevor Rose, the studio's founder and chief executive, described the Duke's personal contribution as something that would make a "huge difference" to the organisation.
"For him to help us out in that way shows what he's recognised and seen over the years," Mr Rose said.
"He's known us for over 10 years now. So for him to say 'I'm willing to do this' goes a long way," he added.
Mr Rose is currently developing strategies to utilise the donation as a catalyst for rebuilding the entire CRS facility.
The expansion proposals are far-reaching, encompassing a cutting-edge recording studio alongside a basketball court positioned next to a professional football pitch.
Prince Harry met with the studio's founder Trevor Rose when he attended in September
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New spaces for acting classes and creative projects also feature prominently in the plans.
"It's very ambitious. All of the things that kids have said they've seen on TV, could be a reality right here in St Ann's, run by the young people, helped by the community for the benefit of our future," Mr Rose explained.
The organisation intends to transform into a fully-fledged film studio capable of nurturing young acting talent.
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"We're going to evolve into being a film studio, we're going to bring out young actors," Mr Rose said. "So a film school releasing films, and acting classes, I think it's a big step for us."
Adam Deacon highlighted how drama can serve as a therapeutic outlet for young people struggling with anger issues, particularly when they feel unheard.
"There's another way to vent what you're going through, you can do it with an improvisation," he said. "You can let out steam in a safe way, where you can actually entertain people as well, so it's a win-win."
Prince Harry has been a supporter of the venue since 2013
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Mr Rose revealed that several well-known actors have already reached out to CRS, with hopes of collaborating on a major film production featuring St Ann's young people.
"For me, it's integral that we believe in our young people, we show them ways to evolve, give them something to dream for, something they believe is not possible," he said.
The founder envisions mentoring additional young people who will eventually construct and manage the project themselves.
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