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The first Summer Youth Project took place at the Wyvern Theatre in 1994 with Bugsy Malone and was one of the first community ventures of its kind in the local area. Since then it has become an annual tradition and many young people have been involved in the Projects over the years. The aim of Summer Youth Project is to provide up to 200 youngsters aged 9 – 21 with the opportunity to work together in a professional theatre. The two week project culminates in five performances of a full-scale musical under the supervision of a highly skilled creative team including a professional Director, Choreographer, Musical Director, Musicians and Technical team all in less than 2 weeks! The scheme has evolved, getting bigger and brighter every year; it provides local children with a unique opportunity to take an active interest in the performing arts and is a good foundation for those wishing to further their careers in this field. Several previous Project members have gone on to study at theatre and dance schools and have successful careers both on stage and backstage. As well as being actively involved in the arts, it helps our young cast build confidence, develop learning skills, unite with a range of ethnic and cultural backgrounds, have fun in an imaginative and creative environment, and of course, make lots of new friends! Summer Youth Project provides a crucial artistic outlet for children during the summer holidays – ensuring they are kept entertained, off the streets and out of trouble. Over the two week project the Wyvern comes alive to the sound of children, working incredibly hard learning their lines, rehearsing songs and practicing dance routines, all with an enthusiasm and dedication that is unprecedented. Year-on-year we receive praise for the high standards that the show ultimately produces with such a young cast and crew. Previous Productions
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2020 Production2020's Summer Youth Project production will be FAME the Musical!Summer Youth Project 2020 runs from Sun 9 August – Sat 22 August. You must be available for all these days. Because of the short production and rehearsal time you have to be fully committed to the show for the whole period. Auditions will be held on Sat 24 April at the Phoenix Theatre, New College, Swindon, SN3 1AH. Audition forms will be available online and from the Wyvern Theatre from January 2020. For more information about participating in #SYP20, please contact Nyree Kingsbury on 01793 509039 or via email, nyree@wyverntheatre.org.uk. Anyone who is interested in taking part on the Technical Team can email David Jell on david@wyverntheatre.org.uk. Please note that we can only accept applications from tech for age 16+. |
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The Summer Youth Project is managed by the Wyvern Theatre on behalf of the HQ Theatres Trust. Charity No. 1145989. |
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