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The aim of this initiative is to widen participation in theatre performance and enable those currently underrepresented in industry to enter. We achieve this by delivering engagement activities for children & young people and by offering places on our life-changing theatre projects free of charge.

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Categories

  • Arts/Culture/Heritage Arts/​Culture/​Heritage
  • Education/Training/Employment Education/​Training/​Employment
  • Beneficiaries

    • Children (3-18) Children (3-18)
    • Young People (18-30) Young People (18-30)

    Situation

    • The theatre industry needs an assorted pool of talent to flourish; the UK sector lacks diversity. • There’s been a huge decline in school/community arts provision due to funding cuts. Access to the arts is determined by where you live and what you can afford to pay. • We receive 100s of bursary applications every year from families that can’t take part without financial assistance. • Our work is vital to preserving the sector; ensuring that theatre remains something everyone can enjoy.

    Solution

    We will improve access by offering a fully-funded pathway, from initial engagement through to professional-level experience, working with schools, colleges and youth/community organisations, in areas of social and economic deprivation. Approximately 10% of those engaged through Careers & Auditions Days will progress on to our programme of activities: Summer Camps (beginner), Boot Camps (advanced), Theatre Productions (intermediate/advanced) and Backstage Courses (advanced).

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    100%
    Categories

  • Arts/Culture/Heritage Arts/​Culture/​Heritage
  • Education/Training/Employment Education/​Training/​Employment
  • Beneficiaries

    • Children (3-18) Children (3-18)
    • Young People (18-30) Young People (18-30)