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Young Creators
WHO? Young people aged 18-26 with a love for theatre and event production
WHAT? Young Creators is an exciting initiative where you can gain hands-on experience in the world of theatre and event production. You'll work closely with our dedicated Programme Director, Abigail Maria Sol, who will guide and support you throughout the programme.
WHEN? Wed 20 Dec, 2023 – Join us at the Stratford East Panto
Tuesday evenings, 6.30pm – 9pm from 09 Jan – 26 March (2024)
Two Saturday sessions on 13 Jan and 09 Mar
Event Production on Wed 20 March

Applications are now closed. If you would like to hear about similar opportunities, please email getinvolved@stratfordeast.com.

Supported by Noël Coward Foundation.

 
Youth Theatre 
WHO? Young people aged 15 - 19 
WHAT? Our Youth Theatre sessions will be led by Director Dominic Hedges. This academic year you can expect to engage in an activity you enjoy, with your peers, in an inclusive environment. The sessions will give you the tools and skills to develop as an actor. 
WHEN? Mondays 7.15pm - 8.45pm, term dates below
Mon 9 Sept - Mon 16 Dec  
Mon 13 Jan - Mon 31 Mar  
Mon 28 Apr - Mon 7 Jul
 
Applications are now open. Please apply through our Application Form here. Please be aware that our Youth Theatre is very oversubscribed, we are funded to work with Newham young people, and we will prioritise applications from young people living in Newham. 

Applications will close on the 27th of August.  

Junior Youth Theatre 
WHO? Young people aged 11 - 14 years old 
WHAT? Our Junior Youth Theatre sessions will be led by Director Esme Allman.  This academic year you can expect to engage in activity that you enjoy with your peers, in an inclusive environment. The sessions are fun, playful and open to everyone.
WHEN? Mondays 5.15pm - 6:45pm, term dates below  
Mon 9 Sept - Mon 16 Dec  
Mon 13 Jan - Mon 31 Mar  
Mon 28 Apr - Mon 7 Jul

Applications are now open. Please apply through our Application Form here. Please be aware that our Junior Youth Theatre is very oversubscribed, we are funded to work with Newham young people, and we will prioritise applications from young people living in Newham. 

Applications will close on the 27th of August. 

Young Technicians
WHO? Young people aged 16-21
WHEN? A 12-week course on Thursday evenings, 6.30pm - 8.30pm from Nov 2023 - Feb 2024
WHERE? Theatre Royal Stratford East, London E15 1BN and Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, London WC1E 7EX
WHAT? A FREE introductory training course offering the opportunity to develop practical skills in stage management, lighting and sound with industry professionals.  

Applications are now closed. If you would like to hear about similar opportunities, please email getinvolved@stratfordeast.com.


Stratford East Young Company
WHO? 18 - 25-year-old actors and theatre-makers 
WHEN? 10 months, beginning in November 2023. Find out more and apply. 
WHAT? Working with Director Katie Greenall, the group embark on focused training from leading industry specialists as well as opportunities to expand their industry network over the 10-month programme, culminating in a performance of a brand-new play on the Stratford East stage in 2024. 

Applications are now closed. If you would like to hear about similar opportunities, please email getinvolved@stratfordeast.com.

 
If you have any questions about our Youth Theatres or any of our Get Involved activity, then please email getinvolved@stratfordeast.com