IT'S that time of year again! Your opportunity to join us for an action packed weekend in Darlington. Following feedback from last year's highly successful event Workshop Weekend will offer sessions on: Early years work, devising, script selection and working with text, child protection, fundraising and the ever popular games exchange. Incorporating our AGM, regional focus groups, structured discussions, a performance by Leicester Haymarket's Peacock Youth Theatre, something in a basket and evening entertainment, Workshop Weekend 2002 will book up fast. Application forms and further information will be sent out before Christmas.
BYTF 2002
BOOKINGS for the 9th international BYTF are now being taken. The event will be held 18-21 July 2002 at Gilwell Park. A deposit of £100 will secure your group's place. Further details will be sent out before Christmas.
ARTiculation
NAYT has been busy since the summer developing new pieces with young people from NCH, the latest of which was performed at the House of Commons recently. Young people from across the country came together to explore their experiences of secondary education. Following its successful performance, the group has been invited back to perform in front of the Education Committee. ARTiculation will be performing at BYTF 2002.
Tessa Blackstone
FOLLOWING the Minister of State for the Arts statement on participation, NAYT asked for her support in our ongoing discussions with ACE. In a telephone conversation, we were told that the Minister would respond in depth. You'll hear about the response when we get it.
The BYTM - Big Youth Theatre Manual THIS is the final call to all you last minute people out there! We still need more material to proceed with the production of the Big Youth Theatre Manual. So there's still a chance for you to contribute - all you have to do is write. If you haven't got your copy of Guidelines for Contributors email Dick Chamberlain, or ring and he'll send you a copy. He's waiting to hear from you... Email dick@chamberlaind.freeserve.co.uk. Tel 01844 214788.
Graffiti in the Greenroom
THE first of a series of conferences was held at York Theatre Royal on 5 November. With over 50 delegates from building-based theatres, representation from RABs and the Arts Council and opportunities to address key issues, Graffiti in the Greenroom was a resounding success. A report will be sent out to delegates and posted on the website in the near future.
