Actors 14-17 - Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse Theatres

Create, play and perform

Recruitment for Class of 2027 has now closed.

If you’re aged 14-17 with an interest in creating theatre and performing, this group meet weekly on Thursdays from 5pm-7pm. 

Sessions will help you learn skills that can contribute to a future career in the performing arts or simply build confidence and self-esteem.  

This activity is free and no previous experience is needed!

Here's all you need to know

When do applications open?

What will I be doing?

YEP Actors 14-17 will include the following: 
•    Performance skills and techniques. 
•    The process of theatre making. 
•    Working collaboratively. 
•    Developing confidence, resilience and social skills. 
•    Increasing aspiration. 
•    Opportunity to perform. 
•    Theatre masterclasses. 
•    Mentoring. 
•    Exploring creative opportunities. 
•    Going on trips and seeing theatre. 
•    Meeting other young people and networking to build your own community and connections.  
•    Engagement with the creative process of at least one professional production.  

The group size is up to 20 people.  

Is this for you or someone you know? 

We want to make sure we’re reaching the people who would most benefit from this creative training, so read on to see if it could be for you or email us at yep@everymanplayhouse.com if you’re not sure. 

You should be:

•    Aged 14-17.
•    Living in Liverpool City Region (Halton, Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton, St Helens, Wirral).
•    Creative.
•    Imaginative.
•    Open to ideas.
•    Expressive.
•    Willing to learn, play and make mistakes.

You could be:

•    Interested in a career in the creative industry.
•    Disengaged from education.
•    Limited by opportunities in the arts.
•    On an Education, Health and Care plan.
•    A young carer.
•    In care.
•    D/deaf, disabled or neurodivergent.
•    Global Majority.
•    LGBTQIA+.

You would like to:

•    Meet new friends.
•    Be creative in a new space.
•    Work on performance skills as an actor.
•    Take part in a play/devised show.
•    Have somewhere to be safe and not judged.
•    Build a network of creative people like you.

Who runs YEP Actors 14-17?

Our outstanding team of freelancers are professional theatre makers and experienced in making work with young people. A dedicated practitioner will run YEP Actors 14-17 and there’ll be masterclasses with visiting professionals working in the industry too. You will work with a professional director on your final performance. Our Young People’s Advocate will provide support throughout and can give guidance on submitting your application, setting personal goals and deciding on your next steps at the end of your programme. There will also be support from our Young People & Community Producer, as well as other creatives in our building. 

What dates do I need to know?

The deadline for applications is Sun 1 November 2026. 

YEP Actors 14-17 is Thu 14 Jan 2027 until Sat 10 Jul 2027.

YEP BIG HELLO – Sat 23 Jan 2027, 1-5pm.

Weekly sessions – Thursdays, 5-7pm from 14 Jan 2027 – you should be able to attend every week unless there is a reason that you can’t.

Intensive rehearsals – 30 Mar-1 Apr, 1-3 Jun 2027

Production weeks – w.c. 28 Jun and w.c. 7 Jul 2027 (evenings)

Performances – 9-10 Jul

You will be given a full schedule at the beginning of your programme, or you can request one from us during the recruitment process to check you can commit to the dates.

You must be able to attend these dates to apply. If you are unsure, please get in touch with us at yep@everymanplayhouse.com.

How do I sign up?

If you are aged 14-17 and live in the Liverpool City Region apply here. Recruitment opens 14 Oct 2026.

What happens next? 

You will need to complete a short application form and then you will be invited to an informal workshop where we will be meeting you to find out about your skills and experience.  

Meetings and workshops with successful applicants will take from 9 Nov-4 Dec and there will be a several times for you to choose from.

If you would like some more information about YEP before you apply, you can sign up for our Open Day here.  

I know a young person – how can I sign them up?

All the workshops YEP provided on different theatre aspects broadened my view of how much work goes into even one piece.

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Photograph at top of page: YEP Actors 14-17, Class of 2026 in STOP CHATTIN BUBBLES! by Andrew AB Photography