We are delighted to announce that applications for OV Theatre Makers are now open.
Dive into the world of theatre making with OV Theatre Makers. In this free six-month programme, you'll work with leading professionals to explore contemporary theatre making and develop your own practice.
The programme is open to anyone aged 18-30, UK wide who wants to develop their theatre making skills and covers a broad range of specialisms such as writing, directing, and producing.
Participants receive free tickets to Old Vic productions as well as a ticket bursary to go and see productions at other venues.
We can provide support with transport/accommodation costs and can make access adjustments at all stages of the application process and programme.
The training programme includes:
- 14 masterclass sessions led by OV Theatre Makers Director Joseph Hancock and guest practitioners from a range of theatre disciplines such as writing, directing and producing
- A Scratch Night showcasing participants' work at a professional theatre venue
- Tickets to Old Vic productions
- Support with travel if required
This programme will run from Sep 2024–Feb 2025. Applications are now open and close at 11pm on Sun 30 Jun.
We will be holding an online information session from 7–8pm on Mon 10 Jun to talk more about the programme and answer any questions.
If you are supporting a young person and would like to chat to us about the programme/ make a referral please do contact us at 020 3954 3155 or by email ovtheatremakers@oldvictheatre.com
‘Thank you for giving me a creative and collaborative community to make art with. I will always feel connected to The Old Vic.’ — Previous OV Theatre Maker