First Floor - West Yorkshire Playhouse
During 2008
In 2008, West Yorkshire Playhouse will open a new arts space in Leeds dedicated to young people. Facilities include large visual and performing arts studios and a programme which encourages young people to discover new talents and interests whilst providing practical career advice and opportunities.
First Floor will:
- Be for all young people in Leeds aged 12 to 25
- Run sessions for groups not engaged in school during the daytime
- Run open sessions and tasters as well as accredited programmes
- Help young people who are at risk, offering pastoral care
- Make a massive difference to young people’s lives
Booking info:
Find out more about the project by clicking the link below.
Venue: First Floor - West Yorshire PlayhousePlayhouse Square
Quarry Hill
Leeds
LS2 7UP
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Theatre making grants, south east
No Strings Attached is a new grant scheme to help young people make their first piece of theatre. Grants of between £500 and £1,000 are available to young people from across the South East region.
The scheme is one of 10 pilot projects supported by the Arts Council England’s Young People’s Participatory Theatre’ programme (YPPT) funded by the DCMS. The grant is managed by Farnham Maltings.
Who is it for?
The grant is for anyone aged between 18 and 25 who hasn’t previously received a grant for the arts. You can apply as an individual or as part of a group.
To register your interest and to book an appointment, or for further information please contact Jane McGibbon:
t: 01252 745412 e: jane.mcgibbon@farnhammaltings.com
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