Old Vic Theatre Makers

Workshops took place in-person and online, led by director Joseph Hancock, with masterclasses in directing, writing and producing, led by Poppy Keeling, Francesca Moody, Nina Segal, Jasmine Teo and Matthew Xia. On Sun 12 Dec 2021, the programme culminated with a Scratch Night directed, produced and devised by our company, based on the theme of ‘reunion’.

The Old Vic Theatre Makers Company 2021 were: Ada, Afriya, Agnieszka, Braedan, Chakira, Chelsea, Ted, Emily, Isaac, Jade, Jennifer, John, Kaya, Lola, Ned, Niamh, Patrick, Rachel, Sandie, Sean. Watch what they have to say about what comes next:

• This programme is designed for people aged 18–25
• We are looking for young theatre makers and creatives who want to develop new skills, gain confidence, build networks and explore what it means to create theatre
• No experience is necessary and the programme is not open to anyone who has received (or is receiving) formal, degree level (or equivalent) arts training, or who has taken part in the programme previously
• We are particularly keen to hear from people who have had limited or no access to arts opportunities in the past and are committed to identifying and resolving barriers which may ordinarily exclude young people from accessing theatre
• Applications will be accepted from across the UK but you must be able to travel to London to take part. We are able to support with travel if required

• We are committed to working with young people who have a disability or identify as neuro-diverse (for example: dyslexia, ADHD, autism) and will make adjustments for this
• If you have a different learning style we can also change the course content to suit you
• We can bring in additional staff support if you would require this
• The project will take place at an Old Vic venue with step free access