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Free Course

Script School

Application Deadline Monday 19th January 2026 at 1 PM.
Course runs from 23rd February - 29th May 2026
Deadline to apply Monday 19th January 2026, 1 PM

Are you passionate about creating characters, worlds and scenes? Do you have a big idea for a theatre script but don’t know how to go about it? Would you like guidance on script writing and storytelling from leading industry professionals?

Script School is a 3-month theatre writing programme for young people aged 19-30* in London who are unemployed or underemployed, and not in education, and do not have a GCSE, A Level or foundation/degree in Drama and performing arts.

Script School is a Level 2, 3-month theatre writing course, run by National Youth Theatre in partnership with UCG (United Colleges Group). Participants work to gain an OCN London Region Level 2 Extended Certificate in Theatre Writing and Storytelling.

Places are available to both NYT members and non-members.

For more information, including how to apply, visit here