Join Burnt Orange Theatre this summer for an exciting four-week course designed specifically for young artists who are ready to take their first steps into the world of facilitation.
Whether you're a performer, director, or writer, this practical training programme will equip you with the skills, confidence and insight needed to lead others in creative spaces.
This course is ideal for anyone interested in working with young people, running workshops, or pursuing a career in participatory arts, education, or community engagement. Following participation, we hope to welcome graduates of the programme into facilitation and supporting creative roles within Burnt Orange Theatre projects, including workshops and performance projects.
Course Details
Dates & Time: June 16th, June 30th, July 14th, July 28th all 18:00-21:00
Location: SCRUM Studios, 191 Talgarth Road Greater, London W6 8BJ
Eligibility:
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Open to anyone aged 16–23
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You must be able to attend all four sessions to take part. If this is not possible, or you'd like to discuss this further, please let one of the team know.
Cost & Booking
This course is free to attend, but in order to secure your place, we ask for a refundable deposit. This deposit will be returned in full once you have attended the first session, or if you cancel outside of our 48 hour notice period.
Any cancellations within 48hrs of the event will not be refunded.
If the cost of the deposit presents a barrier to your participation, please get in touch — we’re committed to ensuring our work remains accessible to all young people.
You can also choose to donate your deposit or contribute a higher amount as a gesture of support. Donations are entirely optional and help us continue to run programmes like this. Any additional funds received will go directly towards expanding our work and creating more free opportunities for young artists in the future. Choosing to donate will not affect your ability to attend or your eligibility for the programme.
Interested in joining us?
Spaces are limited, so early application is encouraged. We can’t wait to meet you.
How It Works
Secure Your Place
Apply online via the TicketSource link to secure your place through a variety of booking options.
Join A Team
You'll be placed into teams according to your interests and working styles, get to know each other and start creating!
Rehearse, Develop and Perform
Over four days you'll develop and perform a brand new piece of work in collaboration with your new team members.
"A fun-filled, eye-opening four days with the most amazing collaborators"
"It was an absolutely amazing experience that I wouldn't trade for the world"
"A positive, mind altering experience!"
"A good idea doesn’t need months of preparation in advance, just a lot of fun and commitment."