ACADEMIC YEARS 9+
DNYT YOUNG COMPANY - ACTING
“I never understood Shakespeare until you brought it to life. Brilliant!”
INFORMATION
Applications for 2026/2027 will open on Tuesday 26th May 2026!
Our 2026/2027 production will be announced in June 2026.
DNYT Young Company - Acting is a cutting-edge company of emerging actors, designed for those looking to pursue drama school or advance their existing acting training. The company focuses on developing a professional-level skillset through the creation of high-quality, contemporary adaptations of classic plays and stories.
DNYT Young Company - Acting members are talented, inclusive young people with a serious passion for acting and live theatre. They are committed ensemble players who are actively developing the technique, discipline, and creative confidence required for progression into higher-level training and the professional industry, all within a supportive, safe, and inspiring environment.
DNYT Young Company - Acting members take part in weekly rehearsals, culminating in an annual production in the summer, performing in front of their parents/carers and invited audience members.
Our membership fee includes:
Weekly rehearsals during term time
Annual performance of a musical
All production related materials
Membership bag and t-shirt
Discounts to productions at our venue
Discarded Nut Youth Theatre strives to be accessible for all young people. As such, we have a ‘no questions asked’ Bursary Scheme available. Just select the relevant box when filling out the application form below.
If you have any questions ahead of applying, please email us.
VENUE
The Nutshell, Winchester
REHEARSALS
Tuesdays: 7-9:30pm
MEMBERSHIP FEE
£190 per term | £570 per year
Payments can be paid in full for the whole year, or you can select a monthly payment plan option. All payments will be set up through GoCardless and invoiced via Xero.
DISCOUNTS
Sibling Discount: 5%
Bursary Scheme: 50% or 100% available
We offer a ‘no questions asked’ bursary scheme for those who need it most.
2026/2027 TIMETABLE
DNYT YOUNG COMPANY - ACTING
Tuesday 8th September - Tuesday 8th December 2026 (excluding Tuesday 27th October)
Tuesday 5th January - Tuesday 23rd March 2027 (excluding Tuesday 16th February)
Tuesday 13th April - Tuesday 29th June 2027 (excluding Tuesday 1st June)
SHOW WEEK
Monday 5th - Saturday 10th July 2027
applications
openING SOON
Staff have up-to-date Enhanced DBS checks and at least one staff member is First Aid trained.
Bursaries available. Membership fee includes: all levies and production costs.