ACADEMIC YEARS 9+
DNYT YOUNG COMPANY - MUSICALS
“Outstanding performance of Spring Awakening; one of the most powerful pieces of theatre I have seen. So impressive and overwhelming. I am looking forward to more performances in the future.”
INFORMATION
Applications for 2026/2027 ARE NOW OPEN - APPLY NOW.
ENTRY TO DNYT YOUNG COMPANIES IS THROUGH AUDITION ONLY.
Auditions TAKE PLACE on Monday 2 november 2026.
DNYT Young Company: Musicals is designed for dedicated young performers who are considering drama school or wishing to further develop their existing creative theatre training. The company offers a pre-professional, Young Company-style environment, supporting members to up-skill and refine the unique performance, discipline, and versatility needed to excel in the musical theatre and wider performance industry.
DNYT Young Company: Musicals members are talented, inclusive young people with a serious passion for musicals 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: Musicals members take part in weekly rehearsals, culminating in an annual production in the summer, performing in front of their parents/carers and 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.
AUDITION: MONDAY 2 NOVEMBER 2026
If you’re in Year 10 or above, there’s still time to audition for DNYT’s Young Company - Musicals. Designed for aspiring performers ready to take their training to the next level, the Young Company offers advanced development for those considering drama school or a future career in the performing arts industry.
We actively encourage applications from young actors who are currently under-represented in the industry, including, but not limited to, Global Majority actors, disabled and neurodivergent artists, and LGBTQ+ performers.
This year, DNYT’s musical production is Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking and iconic masterpiece, Rent. Raw, electric and unforgettable, and set in New York’s East Village, the story follows a group of young artists chasing dreams, navigating relationships, and fighting to live freely against a backdrop of poverty, prejudice and the devastating HIV/AIDS crisis.
With powerhouse numbers including Seasons of Love, Take Me or Leave Me and La Vie Bohème, Rent is a bold, passionate celebration of love, friendship, originality and living for today.
Audition on Monday 2 November 2026. Be part of something extraordinary.
2026/2027 PRODUCTION
VENUE
The Nutshell, Winchester
REHEARSALS
Mondays: 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 - MUSICALS
Monday 7th September - Monday 7th December 2026 (excluding Monday 26th October)
Monday 4th January - Monday 22nd March 2027 (excluding Monday 15th February)
Monday 12th April - Monday 28th June 2027 (excluding Monday 31st May)
SHOW WEEK
Monday 12th - Saturday 17th July 2027
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.