Technicians 18-25 - Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse Theatres

Live, lit and ‘turn it up a bit’.

Recruitment for Class of 2027 is open now! Closing date for applications is Sun 1 Nov 2026.

If you’re aged 18-25 with an interest in what happens behind the scenes, this group meet weekly on Wednesdays from 1.30pm-4.30pm. You will also have the opportunity to take on technician placements on our YEP shows or with other local arts organisations.

Sessions guided by our team of professional artists, give you the opportunity to be practical, creative, understand equipment and explore all aspects of working behind the scenes. You’ll learn skills that can contribute to a future career in production arts or simply build confidence and self-esteem. 

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This activity is free and no previous experience is needed!

Want to know more and meet the team? Come to our Open Day on Wed 28 Oct, 6-7pm. Sign up here.

Here's all you need to know

When do applications open?

What will I be doing?

•    Understanding the basics of lighting, sound/QLab, stage and AV.  
•    Understanding theatre terminology and processes.  
•    Seeing shows and reflecting on technical theatre styles.  
•    Collaborative working.  
•    Increasing aspiration. 
•    Understanding the production process leading up to tech rehearsal/show days.  
•    Providing technical support for the YEP Actors main stage shows and the YEP Writers Showcase.
•   Taking on external placements with other arts organisations in Liverpool.
•   Taking part in masterclasses.  
•    Mentoring.  
•    Exploring creative opportunities.  
•    Working alongside our Technical Theatre team.  
•    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 12 people.

You should be:

•    Aged 18-25.
•    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+.
• In a job that is not creative.
• Studying or graduated and need some support to progress.

You would like to:

•    Meet new friends.
•    Be creative in a new space.
•    Develop technical skills.
•    Understand the role of a technician and apply your skills.
•    Have somewhere to be safe and not judged.
•    Build a network of creative people like you.

Who runs YEP Technicians 18-25?

with young people. You will work with a variety of practitioners who are all experts in their field and you’ll have the opportunity to train alongside the Everyman & Playhouse Technical Team too. Our Young People’s Advocate will provide support throughout and can give guidance on submitting your application, setting personal goals and deciding your next steps at the end of your course. 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 Technicians 18-25 is Wed 13 Jan 2027 until Sat 9 Oct 2027 (depending on which placements/shows you take part in).

YEP Induction Sat 23 Jan, 1-5pm.

Weekly sessions on Wednesdays, 1.30-4.30pm.

For the YEP Actors 14-17 show: Rehearsals April-Jun, Thursdays 5-7pm. Production weeks w.c. 28 Jun and 3 Jul. Performances 9-10 Jul 2027.

For the YEP Actors 18-25 show: Rehearsals April-Jul, Thursdays 7.30.-9.30pm and 12-4pm in Aug. Production weeks w.c. 30 Aug and 6 Sep. Performances 9-11 Sep 2027.

For the YEP Writers Showcase: 4-9 Oct 2027.

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 the weekly sessions and at least one of the placements in order to take part. If you are unsure, please get in touch with us. 

If you have any questions please let us know by emailing yep@everymanplayhouse.com

How do I sign up?

If you are aged 18-25 and live in the Liverpool City Region apply here. Recruitment opens 14 Oct 2026. Contact us on YEP@everymanplayhouse.com if you would like to apply in a different format. 

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 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?

It helped me build my resilience by requiring lots of adaptation to different aspects of theatre.

YEP Technicians 18-25 Graduate 

Interested in theatre but want to know more about different roles behind the scenes and on stage?

Check out YEP Actors 18-25, YEP Directors, YEP Producers, or YEP Writers.

Photograph at top of page: A YEP Technician 18-25 installs part of a set on the Everyman mainstage, Class of 2026. (Brian Roberts)