How updates to the PVG Scheme will affect Scotland’s youth theatre sector
People and organisations now have just over a month to make the changes needed to prepare for the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme becoming a legal requirement from 1 April 2025. We’ll explain how these changes will affect Scotland’s youth theatre sector, and our recommended actions to take.
The outcome of our Multi-Year Funding application
Youth Theatre Arts Scotland is relieved to receive an uplift in our Multi-Year Funding after record investment from Creative Scotland and the Scottish Government.
Update on Membership Support at YTAS
A challenging funding climate and delays to outstanding decisions has meant we’re unable to extend the fixed-term contract for our Membership Support Coordinator.
Save the Date for Interchange 2025!
Join youth theatre, creative learning, and teaching professionals from all across Scotland for this two-day practical skills development event at the start of April.
Introducing our new Membership Support Coordinator
Grab a brew with Anthony, our new Membership Support Coordinator, and find out all about our plans to make YTAS membership even better value.
Sector Review 2023… now OPEN!
Every few years, we undertake a review of Scotland’s youth theatre sector to identify how we’re developing as a sector, and how we can develop further. 2023’s survey is now open to all groups who use drama or performance in their work with young people outside of formal education.
Sector Review 2023… coming soon!
Every few years, we undertake a review of Scotland’s youth theatre sector to identify how we’re developing as a sector, and how we can develop further. The survey is open to all groups who use drama or performance in their work with young people outside of formal education.
Autumn treats for our next Grants for Youth Theatre recipients
Youth Theatre Arts Scotland are delighted to announce the successful applicants to our Grants for Youth Theatre funding scheme, who’ll share just under £22,000 of investment.
New training programme launched for autumn 2022
We’re delighted to launch the first part of our brand new training programme, full of great learning, CPD and networking opportunities for organisations and freelancers across the youth arts sector.
The YTAS Guide to the Fringe
Our team’s top tips for shows and money saving opportunities: drumroll please, for the Official YTAS Guide to the Fringe 2022…