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Old Vic Theatre Makers

OV Theatre Makers

What does it mean to be a theatre maker today?

A UK-wide free training programme for ages 18–25

Dive into the world of theatre-making and shape the future of theatre with creatives from across the UK with OV Theatre Makers, a free, six-month training programme.

With the support of director Joseph Hancock and leading professional theatre makers, you’ll explore contemporary theatre and theatre-making practices with a focus on sustainability to provide you with a toolkit of skills that will allow you to begin developing your own work – all leading to showcase at a professional theatre venue.

Travel to London will be required but we’re able to support with costs if needed.

More About Theatre Makers

Programme details

 

The programme will include:

  • A weekend launch event, joined by Old Vic staff
  • 15 masterclass days, led by Theatre Makers Director Joseph Hancock and guest practitioners from a range of theatre disciplines
  • A showcase of participants’ work presented at a professional theatre venue
  • Opportunities to connect with project alumni
  • Bespoke workshops on networking, how to pitch ideas and collaboration
  • A follow up networking event a month after the project ends
  • A theatre ticket allowance
  • Support with travel costs for the duration of the project if required
  • Guidance and support from the Theatre Makers Director and Participation Manager
  • The opportunity to join the Old Vic’s alumni network
Dates

Dates

OV Theatre Makers is a six-month programme. Once the programme opens for applications we will share full programme dates.

How to apply

Applications are now closed. If you have any questions about the programme, please get in touch via ovtheatremakers@oldvictheatre.com

Eligibility
  • Applicants must be aged 18–25 and based in the UK
  • 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 previous experience is necessary
  • The programme is not open to anyone who has received (or is receiving) formal, degree level (or equivalent) arts training, or who has already taken part in OV Theatre Makers
  • We are committed to identifying and resolving barriers which may ordinarily exclude young people from accessing theatre and are therefore particularly keen to hear from people who have had limited or no access to arts opportunities in the past
  • 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
Access
  • 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 change the course content to suit you
  • We can bring in additional staff support if required
  • The project will take place at a venue with step-free access
Contact us

If you have any questions, or need any help completing your application, please email ovtheatremakers@oldvictheatre.com or call 07715 960994

DOWNLOAD OV THEATRE MAKERS EVALUATION 2021–22DOWNLOAD OV THEATRE MAKERS EVALUATION 2021–22

Generously supported by Chapman Charitable Trust, CHK Foundation, The Fenton Arts Trust, Harold Hyam Wingate Foundation, Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation and The Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust

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The Old Vic gratefully acknowledges support through the Culture Recovery Fund from Arts Council England
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