The Really Youthful Theatre Company (R.Y.T.C.) is a community-based initiative designed to give young people a voice. As well as offering the opportunity to learn about drama and theatre and have a go at all aspects themselves, the R.Y.T.C. provides a framework for the young people to find out more about themselves and the world around them. The young people make decisions about what to do each term and work on a variety of different styles of project.
Many of our children come from disadvantaged and disaffected backgrounds. For these children the group offers an opportunity to deal with a range of social issues, helping the children to find solutions that are right for them.
The raising of confidence and self-esteem is at the heart of our aims and objectives. We believe that if a child has respect for him/herself that encourages a respect for others, which leads to more productive and less destructive relationships. This encourages greater tolerance and a feeling of belonging, which is extremely important for everyone, and is an excellent starting point in the solving of problems.
The aims of the Really Youthful Theatre Company are; • Quality of Experience
• Opening Access
• Enhancing the Creative Culture
• Valuing Young People