Taking Part is our Creative Engagement Department, committed to working with young people, adults, schools, and our local community. For 27 years, the Young Vic has fostered deep, lasting relationships with the communities of Southwark and Lambeth. Each year, we connect with over 15,000 individuals, offering free tickets to all our performances and providing creative and artistic opportunities that empower our participants to create, learn, and grow.
Our work is driven by three key strands: Learning, Participation, and Neighbourhood Theatre. These initiatives form the core of our organisation, with Taking Part’s annual program revolving around a central theme. Last year, we focused on 'Home, History, and Heritage,' and this year we are exploring the theme of 'Freedom of Expression.'
We like to think of the Young Vic as 'the home you didn't know you had.' We invite you to come in and be part of our community.
If you would like to take part, here's who you need to get in touch with:
Learning
For Learning projects working with Schools & Colleges please contact Mel at learning@youngvic.org.
Participation
If your inquiry is about our Participation work with people under 25 in Southwark and Lambeth please contact Aaliyah, participation@youngvic.org.
Neighbourhood Theatre
Anyone over 25 living in Southwark and Lambeth who would like to be part of Neighbourhood Theatre can contact Alisha by emailing neighbourhoodtheatre@youngvic.org.
Talent Development & Opportunities for Professional Artists
If you have a passion and interest in working on creative projects with members of the local community, please email takingpart@youngvic.org.
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Taking Part is generously supported by The John S Cohen Foundation and The Noël Coward Foundation.