Youth Theatre News

Daily news from the National Association of Youth Theatres

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:23:27 +0000

Youth Theatre Officer – Ulster Association of Youth Drama

The Ulster Association of Youth Drama is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the co-ordination and delivery of its ‘DramaFest’ youth theatre celebration event. The project includes an outreach workshop programme and culminates in a 2-day celebration of youth theatre at which groups and individuals will perform their own work and [...]

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:57:36 +0000

Inspiration day

Action Transport Theatre is renowned for running hands-on, idea-to-production projects for people wanting to write. ‘Four For The Port’ is a project that takes writers of all ages from first ideas to finished play; and the company is running an ‘Inspiration Day’ to kick the process off at their base in Ellesmere Port on November 7th. So [...]

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:43:21 +0000

Looking for funding?

Funding Central gives you access to thousands of funding and finance opportunities. Since its launch in June, 8,800 users have registered on the website. This week a new Funder Zone has been added to the site, which is an area dedicated to supporting grant funders, public sector commissioners and loan finance providers. This will give [...]

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:40:51 +0000

The Code of Governance for the Voluntary and Community Sector

Good Governance: a Code for the Voluntary and Community Sector was published in 2005 and successfully promoted by the National Governance Hub. It is intended to be a practical and easy-to-use guide to help charities develop good practice. The Commission supports it, and encourages all charities – from large to small – to use it. [...]

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:35:11 +0000

Official guidance on the new vetting and barring scheme

The Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) has released official guidance on the new vetting and barring scheme, which was launched last month to protect young and vulnerable people. The scheme will have a major impact on the recruitment and monitoring practices of people working or volunteering with children. The official guidance includes information for both employees and [...]

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:07:34 +0000

Fundraising Consultant

Theatre Peckham is currently undertaking a feasibility study into the possibility of refurbishing the Livesey Museum for Children for use as Performing Arts Education Studios. The Fundraising Consultant would initially be responsible for ascertaining and advising Theatre Peckham on the possibility of a major capital campaign to raise funds, including: •achievability of this target •likely sources of funding •resources [...]

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:00:21 +0000

The Pocket Guide Series

For any who enjoyed Maureen Hughes first book, The Pocket Guide to Musicals, you will be happy to know you can now find her second publication, The Pocket Guide to Plays and Playwrights High Street shops and on line. 1. The Pocket Guide to Musicals: August 2008 – Foreword by Richard Jordan 2. The Pocket Guide to [...]

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:58:18 +0000

Words, Signs & Vibes Youth Theatre Performs Robin Hood!

Words, Signs & Vibes is an integrated Youth Theatre for young Deaf & Hearing people aged 13-18yrs. This years Christmas performance is ‘Robin Hood’. Thier performances are in Sign Language/spoken word & are accessible to Deaf & Hearing audiences. To find out more information and Words, Signs and Vibes Youth Theatre click on the e-flyer.

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:48:25 +0000

NAYT casting association

NAYT recently became associated with The Casting Website (www.thecastingwebsite.com) with the intention of signposting casting opportunities to those who might be interested. However we now realise the association is not appropriate for NAYT or the youth theatre sector and have ended our association. NAYT wishes to apologise for any confusion this may have caused

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:21:43 +0000

Shine Week 2010

Celebrating young people Shine is the National Youth Festival, promoting positive views of young people by celebrating their talents and achievements and the contributions they make to their communities. This year the Shine campaign, will promote events throughout the year culminating in Shine Festival Week, 12–16 July 2010. Pencil these dates in your diaries now, [...]

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:01:13 +0000

Male Actors

Impact Universal Ltd are currently urgently looking to cast male actors with a full and current driving licence for their Theatre in Education shows touring between now and Christmas 2009. Their shows use drama to deliver messages to motivate and challenge students and encourage them to stay in education. You must have a [...]

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:07:33 +0000

FREE CPD Workshop – Acting: Back to Basics

Saturday 21 – Sunday 22 November 2009 The Actors Centre, London 10am – 5pm Workshop One – Acting: Back to Basics Graeae is delighted to announce a brand new programme of Continuing Professional Development for actors with physical and sensory impairments. These free weekend workshops will cover skills including acting, voice, musical theatre – and much more. [...]

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:46:09 +0000

Orpheus Presents Hansel and Gretel


Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:37:51 +0000

Peter Pan at Christmas

Celebrate Christmas this year with Youth Music Theatre UK’s brand new musical version of Peter Pan. It’s the biggest, noisiest, most frightfully funny and enjoyable Peter Pan you’ll ever hope to see and it plays the Bridewell Theatre from Monday 21 until Thursday 24 December. Head back to the magical roots of Peter Pan - to [...]

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:18:00 +0000

NCVYS job opportunities for young people

As part of NCVYS’s Big Lottery funded Young Partners Project, they will, over the next two years, be recruiting nine Young Facilitators aged 16-25 who will work for £10 per hour for 10 hours a week on the project based in each of the nine regional government areas. They are now recruiting three young facilitators [...]