Are you curious about how theatre really works behind the scenes? Interested in lighting, sound, video and automation? Are you aged between 14 and 18? Then our free technical theatre programme could be for you!

Nationwide Young Technicians offers an exciting opportunity to:

• Develop technical skills
• Discover routes into the industry
• Learn from top industry professionals about sound, lighting and stages

You do not need theatre or technical experience to join our Nationwide Young Technicians programme, just be curious about what goes on behind the scenes.

In weekly online Zoom workshops you will be introduced to the basics of technical theatre through demonstrations and practical activities.

This project is free to take part in.and runs on Tuesday evenings, 5pm - 8pm from Tuesday 13 January 2026 to Tuesday 24 March 2026. In order to apply you must be able to attend all of the sessions.

Who is this course for?

• You could be interested in theatre and don’t want to be on stage but are curious about what goes on backstage
• You might be thinking about a career in technical theatre
• You love sound tech, are interested in electrical engineering, editing, mixing, gaming, architecture, design and want to know more about how this works on stage
• You could be at school, college, in work, or not in education – everyone is welcome
• Places on this course are prioritised for those who live outside of London or are not able to access our in-person course. Applications for Young Technicians (our in-person course) will open in summer 2026.

We are committed to diversity and access by prioritising engaging young people that we recognise are currently underrepresented in technical theatre:

• Young people who identify as women and girls
• Young people who identify as trans and/or non-binary
• Young people from the Global Majority
• Young people from working class backgrounds
• Young people who identify as D/deaf or disabled

There are up to 50 places available on the course, priority will be given to those who show a passion for theatre and interest in backstage, especially those that identify with any of the underrepresented groups in the industry.