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Call for Writers: Living Archive - Storytellers Start Here
National Youth Theatre is looking for skilled writers to help bring our rich 70-year history to life in 2026 through articles inspired by our archive. This is a paid opportunity as part of our Living Archive - Storytellers Start Here project, supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
We want to tell stories from across the breadth of NYT’s history using our extensive archive, and we’re seeking writers with:
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A strong interest in the history of National Youth Theatre
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Excellent writing skills and a flair for storytelling
- An interest in young people's programming and ensemble practice
Your work will feature on our website, Substack, and in our printed programme, helping us share the voices and moments that shaped generations of young creatives.
How to Apply:
Send the following to jobs@nyt.org.uk by 12 noon on Monday 19th February 2026:
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An example of your writing
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A short pitch (max 50 words) including one example of what you’d like to write about using the archive
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