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What we do

Nurturing the creativity, skills and resilience of the next generation 

We believe in the power of creativity to inspire, challenge, and empower the next generation. Our work with young people supports their imagination, builds skills, and nurtures resilience – creating space for reflection, disruption, celebration, and joy. 

Explore the exciting ways to get involved below. Whether you’re curious about theatre or passionate about performance, there’s something for everyone. 

Young Creatives (Primary 1-7)

Get curious and begin a theatre making journey 

Our fun-filled weekend workshops for primary-aged children are the perfect introduction to the world of theatre. Through storytelling, drama games, and imaginative play, children will build confidence, develop new skills, and make new friends – all within a relaxed and supportive environment that nurtures creativity and curiosity.

There will be two age groups, P1-3 and P4-7. Sessions take place on Saturday mornings. There are three blocks a year, and a summer sharing. Bookings for Block 1 (06 Sep – 06 Dec 2025) will open 02 July. 

Young Makers (Secondary 3-6)

Play games, make friends and create theatre. For learning disabled and/or neurodivergent teenagers. 

Weekly theatre activities for learning disabled and/or neurodivergent teenagers. Join us for drama games, storytelling, and theatre-making – your way. Make friends, learn new skills, and have fun in an inclusive and welcoming environment.

Previously known as our Saturday Citizens group, past projects have included developing a podcast series and making a short film. The group has worked with creative professionals including filmmakers and spoken word artists.

Sessions take place on Saturday afternoons. There are three blocks a year, and a summer sharing. Bookings for Block 1 (06 Sept – 13 Dec 2025) will open 02 July. Additional access information will be available. 

Before our new blocks start in September, you can check out this year’s Summer School taking place at Impact Arts.

Saturday Citizens: Summer School 2025

Saturday Citizens: Summer School 2025

Summer classes for learning disabled and/or neurodivergent young people

The Boardwalk

30 June - 04 July

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Young Makers is supported by RS Macdonald and the William Syson Foundation.  

Young Artists (Secondary 1-6)

Discover how to make bold, brilliant theatre

Starting January 2026, we’ll offer weekday evening sessions for secondary school students who are passionate about theatre. Dive into the creative process, develop your acting skills, share ideas, and collaborate with likeminded young people in a fun and supportive space.

There will be two age groups, S1-S3 meeting on Thursday evenings and S4-S6 meeting on Tuesday evenings. Bookings for Young Artists will open later this year.

Young Co. (Age 18–23)

Make fearless theatre and find your voice

The Young Co. is for people aged 18-23 who share a passion for making theatre. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, no experience necessary.

This is your chance to explore every aspect of theatre-making – from performance and writing to design and production. Whatever your interests, we’ll support your development, nurture your creativity, and help you grow your skills.

Young Co. meet on Wednesday evenings. The group are currently working towards their Studio show, Close. We will welcome new members from November, contact amanda.glover@citz.co.uk for more information.

Young Co is supported by National Lottery Young Start. 

Young Co.
Three people rehearsing for a show. They are smiling.

Find out more about Young Co.

WAC Ensemble

After five years of creating work together, the latest WAC project focused on the continuous professional development of current members.

We are also currently planning what our future offers will be for care-experienced young people across the city once we are settled into our new building. Find out more about the group.

Recent highlights

Exploring mental health with the Young Co.
A stage show. A man is standing in front of a microphone. A woman is sitting on the floor in front of him holding a microphone.

Exploring mental health with the Young Co.

Young People highlights

A group of young people standing in a circle with their arms around each other.
A stage show. A woman is walking forwards and smiling broadly. In front of her two young men are shaking hands. They are smiling widely too.
A group of school-aged young people raising their arms above their head.
A young person in a white mask moves dramatically while performing to a group of peers.
Three people rehearsing for a show. They are smiling.
A stage show. A woman is sitting on steps wearing a sling on her arm. A woman is stood behind her holding a bandage to her head. There is a man to the side of them. The word PAL is projected on the wall behind them.
Several young people rehearse a performance in an empty, all-black space. There are lines of bright green tape on the floor to mark positions.
Two young men standing close together in front of a blue curtain. They both have expressive faces, and one is holding a script in his hand.
A highly theatrical production image of a show. Everybody is wearing punk style clothing. They are on a stage with graffiti style surroundings. A group of young people are crouched round an 70s style radio.
A large group of people are sitting around a table. They are listening to somebody presenting information from a laptop.
A performance image. Two young women sit on stage and talk to each other.
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How our young people kept creating during COVID-19
Young people from the Saturday Citizens group in a park. Two of them are in the foreground laughing, and all are wearing purple Citizens Theatre t-shirts.

How our young people kept creating during COVID-19