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Youth theatres make a vital contribution to our society, bringing opportunities for personal growth, creativity and enjoyment to thousands of young people. Youth theatres exist in every area of the country and vary enormously in terms of type and size. Some, like those based at the regional theatres, are large, well established and operate with paid employees. However, far more youth theatre groups are smaller with few resources. In fact, hundreds of groups are run either by volunteers or with just one part-time employee with wide ranging responsibilities. These voluntary groups are the sorts of youth theatre that have been particularly kept in the compilation of support material. We have strived to make its content reflect the spirit and energy that characterises the best of all youth theatre.

 

What is youth theatre?

Includes information on youth theatre models, the range of practice, process & product debates, issues in youth theatre, the learning benefits and youth theatre's importance.

 

Making it happen

Includes information on planning, mission statements, aims and principles, business plans, health and safety, child protection, equality and access.

 

Planning for success

Information on managing membership, play selection, young reviewers schemes, evaluation, training and careers guidance.

 

Taking it further

Information on fundraising, marketing, public relations, annual reports and networking.

 

Theatre games

 

Advice on smoking on stage

 

An historical and political perspective

 

Further reading

 

Sample policies and procedures

 

You may also find information in our Research & Publications section.

 

If you have a specific query please contact us.

 

Information in this section is partly based on the Big Youth Theatre Manual, compiled and edited by Dick Chamberlain. © NAYT 2003.