What is the National Youth Theatre’s Playing Up Company Course?
Playing Up is a practical ten-month part-time drama training programme, offering young people aged 19 – 25* who are not in Education Employment or Training (NEET) the opportunity to gain a Level 3 qualification in drama. It is a Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma in Theatre Arts accredited through OCN London delivered in partnership with United Colleges Group.
Open Until: 30/05/2025
Posted: 23/04/2025
This course runs from October 2025– July 2026 at NYT’s building on Holloway Road, London. The course builds in intensity starting with 2 days a week from October – March and then moving to 3 days a week until June when the course runs full-time for 5 weeks.
Eligibility form
All those who are applying must fill out an eligibility form. This will let you know if you are eligible for the course or not.
Please note, the deadline to apply for Playing Up is Friday 30th May 2025 at 1 PM
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