Youth Theatre

Come along, get involved, learn new skills & meet new people!

A fresh, new, innovative and relevant youth theatre company based at the iconic Royal Court Theatre designed by young people for young people.

NO FEE, NO AUDITION, NO WAITING LIST!

The Royal Court Youth Theatre delivers a range of opportunities free of charge for young people aged 11 – 17 from every part of the City.

If you are interested in a career in the arts or just looking for something to do, come along to one of our sessions or workshops. You will learn about everything from acting to stage management; fundraising to writing scripts. Here at the Royal Court we only offer work experience to members of our Youth Theatre so if you are already a member and this is of interest then email the Youth Theatre Coordinator on the email provided below.

Classes

  • Saturday: 10am – 1pm Ages 14 – 17
  • Saturdays: 2pm – 5pm Age 11 – 13

Currently all classes are at the Liverpool City College Arts Centre, Myrtle Street L7 7JA.

Applications for our youth theatre are now open.

Apply Here 

We use the Spond app to connect with our Youth Theatre.

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Liverpool’s Royal Court Youth Theatre is taking part in the Erasmus+ project, Oases For Change. To find out more about how we are linking up with other European cities you can download the Oases For Change Guidebook here.

Whats's on?

Variety Lunch Club 19 Nov 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

The Royal Court Variety Lunch Club runs throughout the year with matinee performances in the main theatre.  Va

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Grace Petrie – This is No Time To Panic! 16 Jan 2026

Like protest songs? Neither does Grace Petrie - and she's been singing them for 15 politically disastrous year

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It’s A Wonderful Life 07 Nov 2025 - 22 Nov 2025

Return to Bedford Falls this Christmas when, after a sell out run in 2024, Old Fruit Jar Productions comes back to

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Take Me Home County Road 31 Jul 2026 - 29 Aug 2026

Shelley’s life is amazing. Unbelievable. Couldn’t be better. On Instagram, that is. Her real life is ju

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Ray O’Leary and Melanie Bracewell – One Night Kiwi Invasion 04 Mar 2026

Ray O’ Leary recently pulled a man from a wrecked car and as the man lay dying, he used his last ounce of str

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Royal Court Stocking Fillers 28 Nov 2025 - 03 Jan 2026

A show that is as much a part of Christmas as turkey, carols and an inexplicable gift from your auntie, we are deli

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Justin Moorhouse – The Greatest Performance of My Life 13 Feb 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Justin returns with "The Greatest Performance of My Life".

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Nick Mohammed is Mr Swallow – Show Pony 09 Apr 2026

A Berk’s Nest production in association with United Agents Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow: Show Pony Taskmast

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Royal Court Heritage Tour 17 Nov 2025 - 27 Apr 2026

The Royal Court is a Grade II listed building, a magnificent example of one of the best theatres built in the Art D

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The Scouse Christmas Carol 07 Nov 2025 - 17 Jan 2026

Ha! Bumbug!It’s that time again when the Royal Court searches “Christmas shows” on Google and pic

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Come Together 13 Mar 2026 - 28 Mar 2026

Join us for an unforgettable evening of the music of John Lennon and Paul McCartney in this stunning concert p

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Pierre Novellie You sit there, I’ll stand here 25 Mar 2026

It's time for Pierre to do stand - up! It's time for you to watch! Why not just embrace that, for God&apo

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Cured 22 May 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

For some people, a pilgrimage to Lourdes is an opportunity for prayer, contemplation and quiet self-reflection. But

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The Peaceful Hour 2 06 Feb 2026 - 07 Mar 2026

A Nice Day For A… Scouse WeddingIt only seems like last year that Julie and Tim first met but now they are p

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Desiree Burch – The Golden Wrath 14 Feb 2026

There comes a day when you look around and wonder “is the world a raging bin fire, or is it perimenopause?&rd

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Variety Lunch Club NEW 20 Jan 2026 - 25 Mar 2026

Due to popular demand, we have introduced two Variety Lunch Clubs every month. The two events in each month wi

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Gary Delaney – Work in Progress 20 Jan 2026

Comedy’s greatest mad scientist of one-liners arrives back in town, armed with an enormous vessel of puns to

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Conteh 17 Apr 2026 - 09 May 2026

Conteh by Aron Julius10 years old and fighting out of a club in Kirkby. 19 years old and winning gold at the C

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Mark Watson – Before it Overtakes us 19 Feb 2026

20 years in stand-up for the 'Taskmaster' cheeky texts icon, multi-award-winner, YouTube cult figure, Rad

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Emmanuel Sonubi – Life After Near Death 23 Jan 2026

Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee and Best Show nominee, Emmanuel Sonubi is back on tour after sold-out

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Chloe Petts – Big Naturals 21 Feb 2026

Following three sell out shows, Chloe Petts (Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You) returns with a brand new

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