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Stratford East Young Company

Applications have now CLOSED for our 2026 Young Company. 

Please click here to access more information, the application form, and a link to a video of the application form in BSL 

WHO? 18 - 25-year-old actors and theatre-makers 
WHEN? 6 months, beginning in January 2026 – end of July 2026. 
WHAT? The group will be directed by Lilac Yosiphon, with leading industry artists delivering masterclasses and talent development opportunities. Working alongside a Writer on a newly commissioned play, the 6-month programme will culminate in a performance on the Stratford East stage in late July. 

Young Company weekly sessions and rehearsal/performance dates can be found HERE.
All sessions will have BSL interpreters.  

Young Company Applications for 2026 - 2027 will open in the Autumn of 2026.  

Please follow us on Instagram, @trse_getinvolved to find out when we are running projects.

If you have any questions, please email getinvolved@stratfordeast.com

Young Ensemble 

WHO? Young people aged 15–19 living in Newham.   
WHAT? This programme is designed to help young theatre makers and performers grow their performance and theatre making skills, and develop their unique creative voice. Over three months, you’ll work alongside theatre professionals, exploring new skills in devising, performance, and storytelling.   

At the end of the programme, you will showcase your work on the main stage at Stratford East, sharing the work you’ve created as part of a supportive and inclusive ensemble. 

WHEN? Regular Monday evening sessions through Sep-Dec, including Saturday rehearsals and a performance on the main stage at Stratford East. Please see the full schedule here.  

Young Ensemble applications will close at 10am, Mon 20 Jul. We will not be able to accept applications after this time.  

Please note – there will be an audition process to become a Young Ensemble member.  

Junior Youth Theatre

WHO? Young people aged 11 – 14 years old living in Newham  
WHAT? Our Junior Youth Theatre sessions are led by Director Esme Allman. You can expect to engage in activities and theatre games that you enjoy with your peers, in an inclusive environment. The sessions are fun, playful and open to everyone.
WHEN? Mondays 5:15pm – 6:45pm, term dates below    
Mon 08 Sep - Mon 15 Dec   
Mon 12 Jan - Mon 23 Mar   
Mon 13 Apr - Mon 06 Jul   
 
Sessions have now started, however please join our waiting list here. 

Please be aware that our Junior Youth Theatre is very oversubscribed.  

We can only accept applications from young people living in Newham. 

Young Technicians 
WHO? Young people aged 18-25 
WHEN? January 2026 – March 2026 
WHERE? Theatre Royal Stratford East, London E15 1BN 
WHAT? A FREE introductory training course offering the opportunity to develop practical skills in stage management, lighting and sound with industry professionals. 
 

Applications will open in late October 2025, and we will announce on our Instagram page. Please sign up to our mailing list to hear more about other projects. 

If you have any questions, or would like more information about the course or the application process, please email getinvolved@stratfordeast.com or WhatsApp us on 07895 194 403 

Our Young people’s work is supported by The John Thaw Foundation, London City Airport Community Fund and the Boris Karloff Charitable Foundation.