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The LATINX YOUTH THEATRE, Returns this October, at Brixton House
New Home, Same Community.
If you are 14-19 years old, from a Latin American background, and passionate about performing arts, this is for you!!”
Unlock Your Creativity in the World of Performing Arts
“This group means so much to me, has helped me so much in life in all aspects, and I wouldn’t be where I am in life without it” – LYT Participant
What’s LYT?
Why Join?
- Learn life skills and improve your confidence
- Learn from London’s top theatre professionals
- Safe environment to nurture your talents
- Experience cultural visits and masterclasses
- Develop professional creative practice
- Mix Latin American & British performing styles
- Meet other young Latin Americans
- Be at the heart of one of London’s most exciting theatres, Brixton House
- Perform on Brixton House’s stage in front of peers, family and industry professionals
- Previous participants have gone on to RADA and UAL, joined companies like
- Gecko Theatre, and performed at Glastonbury Festival
Who Can Join
- Young people aged 14-19 from a Latin American background. If you love to sing, to dance or to perform in any way at all and dream of a life in the arts, theatre or film this is for you!
Program Highlights
- 23 Theatre Sessions
- Create & Perform an Original Show
- 1 theatre Production Week
- 3 days of shows at Brixton House
- Exclusive newsletters with access to further opportunities
- Exclusive Theatre Trips
- Mentorship opportunities for previous participants
- It’s Free of charge
Where and When
- Applications open:
8th September – 16th October 2026 - Term 1, Skill development: Every Saturday, 17th October – 12th December 2026
- Term 2, Show creation and masterclasses: Every Saturday, 9th January – May 2027
- Production Week: 31st May – 5th June 2027
- Location: Brixton House, Coldharbour Lane, Brixton
Languages Spoken
- English
- Español
- Português
Become Part of the LYT Community
Not sure? Our first sessions have a relaxed, drop-in feel, so you can try it out before fully committing. Spaces are limited, so register now to hold your place, and we’ll send you the details plus our newsletter with further opportunities for young people and other ways to get involved with LYT.
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