Production Arts

We offer opportunities to explore technical theatre, stage management and design for young people aged 11-18.

Our courses and masterclasses give creative young people the opportunity to gain a real insight into drama school training and the wider 'backstage' industries. Specialist classes are delivered by a variety of professionals, in skills including lighting, sound, stage management, prop making, costume and set design.

Our activities are sponsored by Bad Wolf.

Spring 2025

Young People’s Production Arts Spring season of events include taster days and short courses offering young people aged 11-18 an opportunity to develop further and explore skills in specialist areas of the backstage industry.

No previous experience is necessary - just an interest in getting creative, an enjoyment of making things, and a willingness to get stuck in!

There are opportunities for anyone who is interested in learning some of the skills required for careers in:

Theatre and film set design,

Costume design,

Art and design,

Illustration,

Puppet or prop making,

Fashion,

Lighting design

Sound design

Stage management.

Spring term masterclasses to be announced soon. Join our mailing list to be among the first to know when booking opens.

How to apply

You can attend as many or few sessions as you wish, depending on your interests.

If you are in receipt of Free School Meals you qualify for discounted prices for all our activities, please let us know if this applies to you before booking by emailing yppa@rwcmd.ac.uk

Bookings open soon

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'I really enjoyed the summer school and learnt a lot more about backstage careers in theatre. The knowledge I gained will come in very handy in the future. All the tutors were really friendly and were happy to ask any questions we had. The sessions were fun and interactive.'
Summer school participant

Fees and financial support

We are committed to giving every young person aged 11 - 18 with a passion for theatre the opportunity to benefit from the specialist drama training delivered by RWCMD, regardless of experience or financial means.

Thanks to our supporters Bad Wolf, if you are in receipt of Free School Meals (or equivalent) you qualify for discounted prices, please let us know if this applies to you before booking.

We place great importance on making our courses accessible to all young people who have a genuine interest in theatre, if you have any questions regarding financial support please get in touch.