Next Stage is a pre-professional training program for young artists in years 8-10 who are passionate about theatre and ready to refine their skills. This semester-long program offers a focused, immersive experience designed to deepen participants’ understanding of theatre-making.
Working under professional theatre-makers, young artists develop their skills in:
- Script work
- Improvisation
- Creating characters
- Devising
- Voice
- Movement
- Collaboration
- Creative thinking
This is for young artists ready to collaborate with a community of equally passionate peers who are dedicated to developing their craft.
ALUMNI TESTIMONY
Canberra Youth Theatre was a lifeline for me. My time there was invaluable, personally and professionally. It was an environment of creative, passionate peers. It gave us all the opportunity to hone our technique, grow together, and play together. It’s where I learned to be an actor.
| WHO |
| School Years 8–10 |
| WHEN |
| Tuesdays 5:30–7:30pm Semester Two: Monday 21 July – Friday 19 December Weekend Intensives: Saturday 6 December, Friday 12 December, Saturday 13 December End of Semester Presentation: Saturday 13 December |
| WHERE |
| B Block Studio, Gorman Arts Centre, Braddon |
| LEAD ARTIST |
| Christopher Carroll |
| COST |
| All enrolments are for a full semester. Full Payment: $850 Payment plans and split payments are available. Please email info@canberrayouththeatre.com.au for more details. |
| NOTE |
| See our About Our Ensembles page for common FAQs. |
| AUDITIONS |
| Entry into Next Stage is by audition. Applications to audition for 2026 will open in December. |
