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                        Young Critics

                        • For Young People
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                        "Young critics was an amazing experience and it was one of the best things I’ve done in youth theatre." Young Critic 2014

                        The Young Critics Programme is part of Youth Theatre Ireland’s commitment to developing youth theatre members’ awareness and appreciation of the aesthetic of theatre.

                        Young Critics is one of Youth Theatre Ireland's longest-running and most innovative programmes. This innovation came to the fore in 2020, as our programme was forced to move online. For Young Critics 2021, we are taking all we’ve learned to fully immerse ourselves in the worlds of criticism, digital theatre and to work completely in the online space.

                        Over six months, the Young Critics will participate in regular online workshops, see some incredible digital theatre, make new friends and learn the art of theatre criticism. The programme is open to youth theatre members who are interested in watching theatre, discovering how and why digital theatre is made and learning how to critically discuss, analyse and review this work. The programme will culminate with The Young Critics Panel in October.

                        During the programme, young people will see quality productions while developing their critical skills under the mentorship of international theatre critic and academic, Dr. Karen Fricker and Youth Theatre Ireland’s own Alan King.

                        To apply, please fill out our Online Application Form before midnight on March 19th.

                        Available here: https://tinyurl.com/yx9rh4du

                        As part of the application process, you will be asked to submit a short review of a piece of live or digital theatre you may have seen. Don’t worry if you haven’t seen anything in a long while and it isn’t too current.

                        Along the way, you will connect with other young people from across Ireland, make new friends, have fun and have some incredible experiences.

                        If you need further information please contact Alan King at Youth Theatre Ireland on 01 878 1301 or email Alan King: alan@youththeatre.ie

                        WHAT HAPPENS DURING YOUNG CRITICS?


                        The Young Critics will meet over a series of online workshops and events using the Zoom platform.

                        The group will meet on Saturday afternoons from 3-5.30pm on the following dates:

                        Sat April 10, 3 - 5.30 Workshop
                        Sat April 17, 3 -5.30 Workshop
                        Sat April 24, 3 - 5.30 Workshop
                        Sat May 8 or May 15, 3 - 5.30 Workshop
                        Sat May 22, 3 - 5.30 Workshop
                        Sat July 3, 3 - 5.30 Workshop
                        Sat August 24 or August 31, 3 - 5.30 Workshop
                        Sat Sept 4 or Sept 11, 3 - 5.30 Workshop
                        Sat Oct 9, 3 - 5.30 Workshop
                        Sat Oct 10, 3 - 6 Young Critics Panel

                        In addition, you will see several digital theatre pieces. These will either be live-streamed or you can view them at your leisure. Details to be confirmed.

                        Between the workshop sessions, the Young Critics will have the opportunity to see other productions and make critical responses through the use of digital technology including written blogs, podcasts, and vlogs. The Young Critics will be supported by our professional mentors through online workshops and tutorials.

                        To see the Young Critics in action, check out the Young Critics Panel from 2020 here

                        HOW DO I APPLY TO TAKE PART IN YOUNG CRITICS?


                        Participation in the programme is free: all costs are covered by Youth Theatre Ireland.

                        It is open to youth theatre members who will be aged 16 - 20 by April 5, 2021. We are looking for young people who are comfortable 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. To be a Young Critic you should be available for all the dates listed above. We fully understand that circumstances may change and you may have to miss a session or two but we really do want you to come to every session.

                        To apply, please fill out our Online Application Form before midnight on March 19.

                        Available here: https://tinyurl.com/yx9rh4du

                        As part of the application process, you will be asked to submit a short review of a piece of live or digital theatre you may have seen. Don’t worry if you haven’t seen anything in a long while and it isn’t too current.

                        If you need further information please contact Alan King at Youth Theatre Ireland on 01 878 1301 or email Alan King: alan@youththeatre.ie

                        To offer individual advice and guidance on developing each young person's critical skills, places on the programme are limited to a maximum of 16. All applications will be considered fairly and be representative of Youth Theatre Ireland’s membership nationwide.

                        Feedback from Young Critics 2020

                        Visit the Young Critics Blog

                        FAQs

                        The Young Critics Programme sounds cool. What’s the experience like?

                        Watch below as Kate Moore from Free Radicals Youth Theatre in County Kerry reflects on her experience of the first residential for Young Critics in April 2018.

                        Young Critics culminates with a panel discussion that is programmed as part of the annual Dublin Theatre Festival.

                        I’m hooked and want to apply! What do I need to know?

                        We open applications early in the year. You must be a current member of a youth theatre that is affiliated to Youth Theatre Ireland and aged between 16 and 20. You are asked to submit a short review of a production you have attended. Sixteen participants are chosen.

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