Island Arts Centre

The Ulster Association of Youth Drama 

The Ulster Association of Youth Drama was set up in 1998 to assist in the development of theatre and drama for young people (11-25 years) across Northern Ireland. UAYD provides programmes which encourage and increase opportunities for young people to:

Participate in and attend youth theatre

Develop skills and build upon experience gained through local youth theatres and school drama societies

Gain support and advice through information services and publications

UAYD is managed by a voluntary committee elected from its membership. Members benefit from a range of events and services including exclusive, free or subsidised activities and receive advance notice of forthcoming programmes. In addition to training events, bursary schemes and information services, UAYD organises a key annual event to encourage member organisations and individuals to work together in a major exploration and presentation of youth drama skills.

Projects include:
Outreach workshops to schools and member groups
Summer residential performing arts training programme
Full scale Youth Theatre productions at professional theatres
Technical/backstage workshops
Workshop courses across Northern Ireland
Two bursary schemes to assist young people from Northern Ireland access further training
Regional DramaFest showcase for groups

Contact Ulster Association of Youth Drama

Studio 2
Island Arts Centre
Lagan Valley Island
Lisburn, Co. Antrim
BT27 4RL

Administrator: Naomi Conway
Tel: 028 9250 9520
Fax: 028 9250 9535

Email: uayd@ukonline.co.uk