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GATEWAYS Youth Theatre

 

WHAT IS THIS:

GATEWAYS Youth Theatre is run by the Gate Theatre as part of its community engagement programme ‘GATEWAYS’. Youth drama is a unique form of theatre that is defined by the contribution of young people and is also a unique youth work practice that engages young people as active participants in theatre by using group or ensemble drama approaches. Youth theatre contributes to the artistic, personal, and social development of young people through their commitment and voluntary participation.

GATEWAYS YOUTH THEATRE:
  • is a drama group for young people that offers a year-round programme of activities, including a regular programme of drama workshops and the staging of at least one theatre production each year
  • takes place outside of school and requires voluntary participation.
  • is open to all young people regardless of their gender, background, race, sexuality, religion, ability, or economic situation.
  • is not-for-profit. Participation in youth theatre is not determined by financial contributions from the young people.
  • is a safe and supportive space. The welfare and protection of young people is a priority for youth theatres.
  • has its own identity forged by its members and its interaction with the wider community.

 

What Happens In Youth Theatre:

 Drama workshops form the core of youth drama practice. They are the stable element of any youth theatre. In drama workshops participants explore themes relevant to their lives and learn about every aspect of theatre. Youth theatres will have at least one production each year. Youth theatres stage existing plays or specially commissioned theatre by writers writing for young performers. Youth theatres also encourage ensemble playing and experimental performance that is often devised by and with the members.

Useful Information:
  • GATEWAYS Youth Theatre has an open recruitment policy. We welcome young people from all backgrounds and of all abilities. 
  • The youth theatre values the contribution of youth theatre members and actively seeks their opinions and ideas through active participation in drawing up a Group Contract and input on the artistic direction of the programme. 
  • Weekly workshops take place on Thursdays at 5pm – 7pm in the Gate Theatre Community space.

Gateways Youth Theatre News: 

 We are currently recruiting for the next term of the youth theatre. Membership is open to all young people between the ages of 13 – 19 years. You can register through our GATEWAYS Youth Theatre Membership Application Form. Places are limited and priority will be given to young people living in Dublin North Inner City. If there are any queries please get in touch with community@gate-theatre.ie. Applications for Gateways Youth Theatre are currently closed.