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The New Voices Club is an ongoing professional development programme for actors, directors, writers and producers, aged 18-25, living in London. We also run a sister programme in New York, the New Voices Network, for 21 to 30 year old practitioners. Members must demonstrate an exceptional talent, a deep commitment to a career in theatre and a passion for peer collaboration.
Old Vic New Voices Club Events
The New Voices Club hosts a series of workshops, talks and networking events. Details of how to apply can be found by signing up to Ideas Tap and joining as an Associate Member of Old Vic New Voices
The Aditya Mittal tickets for under 25s
Thanks to a kind donation from Aditya Mittal, there are 100 seats available for the under 25s at just £12 for every performance of our forthcoming productions.
To book call 0870 060 6628. Proof of age must be presented upon ticket collection.
Club Membership
Anyone aged 18-25, with a desire to develop a career in theatre can become an Associate Member of the Club and attend a range of events and workshops. All of our events and workshops are announced to all our Members via our new micro site located on Ideas Tap www.ideastap.com. Ideas Tap is a free to join website for creative individuals. As a registered user of Ideas Tap you can create an online portfolio; join and initiate projects; and connect with other users from a range of other creative organisations.
1. This being the case you will initially need to register with Ideas Tap www.ideastap.com. When registering it is essential that use your real name when providing a username, and when completing the registration form can you select 'The Old Vic' in the 'Where did you hear about us?' box.
2. Once you are registered on Ideas Tap navigate to the 'Partners' page where you will be able to link to The Old Vic's Old Vic New Voices micro site.
3. Once you are on The Old Vic's Old Vic New Voices micro site you will see the OVNV Associate Members group on the right hand side of the page.
4. Enter the group and click the 'join group' icon on the right hand side of the page.
Full membership of the Club is only awarded to practitioners who achieve a place in the final company for the annual The 24 Hour Plays: New Voices project.
Members receive priority booking for Club events and are offered first refusal for Club resources.
Club Resources
Access to resources depends on whether you are a Full or Associate member.
Full members receive priority booking for Club events and the support to realise projects that they are passionate about, including free rehearsal space and production funding through the New Voices Award.
Full members are also given the opportunity to apply to take part in the US/UK Exchange, which allows them to showcase work in New York.
We have created a guide specifically for young and emerging practitioners, offering a range of advice on pushing your career forward.
You can either download the complete guide or individual sections on acting, writing, directing, producing and showcasing your work.
Club Events
Throughout the year, we run a variety of workshops, masterclasses, networking and mentoring events which are specifically tailored to help young practitioners learn from industry professionals.
Sign up to Ideas Tap www.ideastap.com. to find out what's happening and when.
Contact a MemberTo contact a Member, please e-mail newvoices@oldvictheatre.com with the member's name and the word 'contact' in the subject line.
Please give a brief description outlining the reasons for your approach, in the main body of the e-mail.
Download biographies and photos of current members: 2005 Actors
New Voices Network - New York
The New Voices Network - New York is a unique opportunity for actors, writers, directors and producers between the ages of 21 and 30 to participate in The Old Vic's award-winning program for emerging talent. Benefits include priority access to Old Vic New Voices events in New York including The Bloomingdale's Workshop Series with inspirational practitioners;
the opportunity to apply to the US/UK Exchange program and engage in transatlantic peer networking activity; priority access to discounted tickets for all Old Vic shows in New York, and access to New Voices Club resources when in London.
Membership to the Network is free and is gained by participating in one of the Old Vic New Voices workshops, masterclasses, Q&As or networking events.
Participation in these projects is via an online application process.
To apply, you must be aged 21 to 30, resident in New York and committed to a career in theatre. To receive information about future events, please complete our mailing list application form and email to newvoices@oldvictheatre.com
The New Voices Network is a US-based program of Old Vic New Voices, which is supported by The American Associates of The Old Vic.
New Voices Network progamming in 2008 has been made possible by a generous grant from The Bloomingdale's Fund of The Macy's Foundation, together with support from Soho House and our OVNV Godparents.
New Voices Club is supported by Time Warner
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