Backstage Theatre: for 13 – 17s

Want to make theatre, design costumes, lights & sound?
Join us for a FREE 3-day introductory programme for anyone who wants to learn about backstage roles in theatre. No previous experience is necessary! Your young person will explore lighting, sound, set design, costume, props, and stage management through a range of hands-on activities.

Who is the programme for?
For young people aged 13-17 who live and/or learn in Lewisham and are interested in finding out more about backstage roles in the theatre.

How do I take part? 
This programme will take place in February 2025. Please complete a New Enquiry Form to be added to our secure database and receive information about how to register your interest.


Want to make theatre, design costumes, lights & sound?
This FREE 11-week programme is perfect for young people aged 13-17 who are interested in delving deeper into Backstage. Each week we explore a different aspect of technical theatre and production, introducing you to a wide range of roles, including lighting, sound, set design, costume, props, and stage management. You will have an opportunity to work with professional theatre technicians and designers, develop your skills, find out about careers in backstage theatre and join the backstage crew for LYT performances. Activities are tailor made to the group and accessible for all abilities. Your young person will build their confidence, communication and leadership skills.

Who is the programme for?
For current LYT members aged 13-17 who live and/or learn in Lewisham and are interested in backstage and technical theatre. To take part, your young person will need to have completed the Backstage Workshop group or another LYT programme.

How do I take part? 
This programme will run from March – May 2025. The LYT Participation team will contact all existing members with information about how to register.

Want to take your backstage skills to the next level?
This FREE programme is suitable for young people aged 13-17 interested in expanding their technical and design skills for all areas of backstage. They’ll be special trips, masterclasses with industry professionals and more opportunities to be part of the backstage crew for LYT performances. Activities will be tailor made to the group and accessible for all abilities. Your young person will build their confidence, communication and leadership skills.

Who is the programme for?
For current LYT members aged 13-17 who live and/or learn in Lewisham and are interested in backstage and technical theatre. To take part, your young person will need to have completed the Backstage Production programme. 

How do I take part?
This programme will take place in June and July 2025. The LYT Participation team will contact all existing members with information about how to register your interest. 


Please be aware places on all our programmes are limited. For more information on how we allocate places on our programmes, read our Recruitment Strategy.