Youth Board

Empowering Young Voices at Immediate Theatre

  • Four young people standing in a line, wearing black Immediate Theatre T-shirts
  • Three young people sitting on a grey sofa the wall behind them is orange
  • Four young people with their backs turned to the camera. They are all pointing to their back. On the back of their shirt is written 'Immediate Theatre'

What Is Youth Board?

The Youth Board is a dynamic forum where participants from across Immediate Theatre’s youth projects come together to influence and enhance the company’s work. This platform allows young people to have a voice within the organisation, driving positive change and supporting the development of Immediate Theatre’s aims.

Meet Our Youth Board

Youth Board Member

Gracean

My name is Gracean and the reason I wanted to become a Youth Board member was because I wanted to experience what it was like to be a part of the team behind the scenes and make new rules for everyone to enjoy. Also, I wanted to meet new people out of my Estate-based Youth Theatre and be a leader to others more than I was before.

Youth Board Member

Megan

My name is Megan. I joined the Youth Board because I wanted to know how to have new friends. Meeting new people can be scary so I want to make it fun with drama. Remember to always try your best! I also want to change how people act within our Estate-based Youth Theatres.

Youth Board Member

Elise

Nice to meet you! I'm Elise, the reason why I wanted to be a Youth Board member was because going to meetings seemed fun and I like helping out with things around the board. I like getting to go to different places and being involved with a prom. I enjoy helping and planning things. I am pretty excited for the future!

Youth Board Member

Blessing

I became a Youth Board Member because I felt like I wanted a bigger role in Immediate Theatre. Also, I wanted to meet new people, make more friends, and to overall; have fun.

Youth Board Member

Temiola

I wanted to be a part of Youth Board because I wanted to share my views about Estate-based Youth Theatres, recommend improvements and just be a good leader. Another reason I wanted to be a Youth Board member was to experience what it would be like behind the scenes of Immediate Theatre and see the difference young people can make.

What They Do

Youth Board members help to influence and shape the direction of Immediate Theatre’s projects and initiatives by:

  • Leading on discussions about current issues affecting young people and ways Immediate Theatre can play an active role in helping to tackle them
  • Helping with fundraising campaigns to support projects and purchase equipment through initiatives such as Hackney's Youth Opportunities Fund
  • Representing Immediate Theatre at various youth events both locally and nationally
  • Helping to bring new participants into our youth theatre groups
  • Supporting Immediate Theatre to deliver impactful work across our community

What They Get

By taking part in the youth board, young people:

  • Enhance their skills and confidence
  • Get a platform to express their ideas creatively
  • Play an active role in the wider community
  • Gain access to mentorship opportunities
  • Develop leadership skills
  • Network with other leaders.