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3/10 Reason to Support NYAT: Making theatre accessible to all
In 2024, average top price seat at West End was £154.56, the cheapest ticket cost was £24.58. 9.3% year on year price rise in theatre…
2/10 Reason to Support NYAT: Making arts education accessible to the financially disadvantaged.
It’s NYAT’s 10th consecutive year of our most successful and flagship project of Bursary Scheme which directly helps young people across UK access an education…
1/10 Reason to Support NYAT: Artists-led Charity
It’s NYAT’s 10th anniversary of being there for disadvantaged young artists. Stay tuned this Christmas season, as we present 10 SOLID REASONS to you why…
"My training has been the greatest gift"
Francesca is a dynamic performer who, as well as working as a professional actor, wants to promote diversity and inclusivity in the industry. Thanks to her NYAT bursary she is able to continue her three year training programme at Guildhall.
“It has changed my life”
We asked some of our drama school students, supported by NYAT, what a typical day at drama school is like – and particularly what student life is like during a pandemic!
“Music is everything”
As part of a series of blogs and interviews about young musicians that NYAT supports alongside partner ABRSM, we asked Shania, a talented oboist about what music means to her
"I can't wait for my lessons"
Lolly is a talented singer and musician with a vocal ability far beyond her years. So she could start her lessons and attend a local choir, Lolly was awarded an NYAT bursary.
“Ballet means so much to me”
Jack is a talented young dancer, who aspires to dance professionally, and an NYAT bursary is helping him achieve those dreams.
“My teachers helped me to be who I am today”
As part of a series of blogs and interviews about young musicians that NYAT supports alongside partner ABRSM, we asked Irobosa, a talented violinist, about what music means to her
“This bursary means I can pursue a career in conducting”
After overcoming huge obstacles to study to be a musician at Trinity Laban, an NYAT bursary is helping Megan achieve her dreams of becoming a conductor.
“I never knew music could have this much power”
Danilo now studies cello at Eton with a scholarship, after an NYAT bursary saved his music lessons from drastic budget cuts.
“It seemed an impossible situation”
Ruby started the cello to help with her dyspraxia, and with support from NYAT has gone on to get a main part in a new musical at the Wales Millennium Centre.
“It’s truly one of the best decisions that I’ve made”
Since an access bursary helped pay his drama school fees, Afolabi has landed roles in a BBC series and the Royal Shakespeare Company’s new season.
“Opportunities to attend shows like this are rare”
NYAT gave a group of Year 6 children a unique chance to experience Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London.
“I have been challenged and inspired like never before”
Pursuing a career in the arts is so often out of reach for those without any financial support. NYAT’s bursaries are helping talented students like twins Mhairi and Leah, pay for their training at drama school and thrive.
“I would never be off to study acting without their help”
Xena gained technical skills and confidence at NYAT’s Ely Youth Theatre, and is now studying for a degree in Acting.