Nottingham Arts Theatre Youth Group reformed in March 2019, thanks to funding from the lottery. We cover a range of disciplines including drama, dance and singing with students aged between 8 and 18.
The ethos of the group is to create an environment that allows our young people to grow, learn and be creative. We are passionate about providing access to theatre and developing skills, while always being adaptable to individual journeys and being led by our young people. We aim to improve confidence, nurture talent and encourage our young people by providing opportunity and a safe space to explore through creative exercise.
In more recent years, we have also encouraged the learning of backstage and offstage roles, for our young people to also develop their knowledge and understanding of theatre as a whole.
We work on both developing skills and working towards performances across the year. All groups take part in an annual showcase, as well as other performance opportunities throughout the year. Our leaders are all fully DBS and chaperone trained as well as having received formal training and qualifications within the performing arts industry.
Our groups are currently all at full capacity, however if you would like to join our waiting list, or get more information email us at youth@artstheatre.org.uk .
Our tutors bring a wealth of experience, passion, and creativity to NAT Youth Theatre.
Training: FdA Theatre Arts (Dance), Nottingham Trent University. IDTA Dance training in Ballet, Tap, Modern Jazz, Latin and Ballroom.
Specialism: Dance and Musical Theatre performance. 18 years teaching experience. 7th season at NAT.
Credits: Six: Teen edition (Choreographer, NAT Youth), Legally Blonde (Brooke Wyndham, Carlton Operatic).
Training: Estill Voice Training Coach.
Specialism: Singing and Musical Direction. 3 years teaching, starting at NAT Youth.
Credits: Jamie: Teen edition (MD), Six: Teen edition (MD), Singer at The Limelight Orchestra.
Training: BA (Hons) Drama and Musical, Bath Spa University. Qualified Performing Arts Teacher.
Specialism: Directing, devising, and new writing. Passionate about youth-led creative work.
Credits: Carrie (Director), Twelfth Night (Director), Shrek (Dragon, Newark Palace Theatre).
Training: BA Hons Dance and Community Arts, Manchester Met. QTS (Secondary).
Specialism: Dance. 14 years GCSE and 12 years A-Level teaching. Moderator for GCSE Dance.
Credits: Wizard of Oz, Hairspray, High School Musical (Producer/Choreographer).
Training: BA (Hons) Performing Arts and Theatre, De Montfort University.
Specialism: Dance, acting, voice and performance techniques.
Credits: Pantomimes (Adult ensemble), Assistant Choreographer (School of Rock, NAT Youth).
