The Youth Theatre is a 10-month programme running from February to November each year.

We take around 40 young people, aged between 16-25, who are selected through an informal interview - month to be confirmed. We don't hold drama auditions.

The programme

We begin with unique workshops, drawing inspiration from our 10-month programme but specifically tailored for a younger audience: these sessions include warm-ups, games, text readings, monologues, and, of course, Shakespeare adapted to be both accessible and engaging for younger minds.

The programme is a transformative and enriching experience invaluable for the young person's growth.

At the end of the programme, everybody gets an opportunity to showcase their progress to their friends and family, and it’s a joy to witness new friendships and connections that could last a lifetime and see how the programme fosters a supportive community for these young participants.

Although our focus is on drama, we believe in nurturing the whole person. We offer ongoing mentoring and pastoral support to help you gain confidence, develop your creativity and life skills, discover new opportunities and help you make positive choices.​

Join us!

Applications for the 2026 Cohort are now open. Please click here to apply.

The deadline for applications is 30 September 2025.

We will hold informal interviews for young people aged between the ages of 16 and 25 after reviewing submissions.