Young Critics Applications are now OPEN!

Over the course of 6 months, we will explore what is theatre criticism? How are reviews shaped and composed? We will expand our concepts of what theatre criticism can be, with youth theatre members opinions at the centre.

We will meet both online and in person, with two residentials – one in Cork and one in Dublin. These residentials take place over the course of two festivals where will we get the opportunity to see theatre from Ireland and beyond.

And it is a wonderful chance for youth theatre members to come together and make new friends!

Check out our Young Critics blog for previous Young Critics entries:

You must be fully available for all these dates and times.

• Saturday May 27th: Online Workshop, 3pm - 5pm.
• Thursday June 1st: Online Participant & Parent Evening, 7pm.
• Wednesday June 21st – Friday June 23rd: 3 Residential Days at Cork Midsummer Festival.
• Saturday August 19th: Full day in Dublin (non-residential)
• Saturday September 16th: Online Workshop, 3pm - 5pm.
• Friday Oct 6th – Sunday Oct 8th: 3 Residential Days at Dublin Theatre Festival.

We are looking for young people who are comfortable staying away from home and meeting new people, working in a highly focused way, and are willing to share their thoughts and opinions in a group setting. A love of theatre and an enthusiasm for engaging with digital tools are a bonus.We will provide you with all the skills and tools needed to take part fully in the programme.

• Applicants must be aged between 16 and under 21 years old on the 31st of March 2023. Proof of Identification and age verification will be asked for on formal offer of a place.
• Applicants must be a current member of a Youth Theatre Ireland Affiliated Youth Theatre, listed here
• You must be available for all of the dates listed above
• Participation is free. Youth Theatre Ireland's covers theatre tickets, accommodation, travel and meals for the two residentials.
• Apply Here Today