Youth Theatre Ireland is the national development organisation for youth theatre. We represent a network of youth theatres that deliver year-round programmes of drama workshops and performance opportunities to young people, aged 12+ from cities, towns and villages across Ireland.

Established for 40 years, Youth Theatre Ireland is unique in its commitment to youth-centered drama practice and promotes:

- drama as a medium for learning and as a means of expression for young people;

- the advancement of the artistic, personal and social development of young people through drama and performance related skills;

-youth theatre as a medium to extend and enhance young people’s understanding of theatre as an artform;

- the emergence and development of youth theatres in Ireland.



In support of our goals we:

- produce national-level artistic programmes including festivals and the National Youth Theatre;

- provide training for youth theatre leaders and practitioners;

- develop new youth theatres in partnership with local groups and agencies;

- provide advice, guidance and support to existing youth theatres;

- advocate for youth theatres and champion the benefits of youth drama for all young people;

- operate a Garda Vetting Consortium for youth theatres;

- provide a range of practical and artistic resources for youth theatres;

- push youth theatre practice forward through research and debate. 




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