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Theatre. Music. Movement. Writing. Design. Storytelling... there's more than one way to create here.
Frân Wen Young Company provides an opportunity to create, perform, experiment, take risks and have fun at Nyth, Bangor, home of Frân Wen and one of the most exciting creative spaces in Wales.
As a member there'll be an opportunity to:
- Develop performance and creation skills
- Try new ideas
- Work with professional artists
- Create original work with other young people
- Find out more about different elements of creating theatre
- Build confidence and make friends
- Have a lot of fun!
From playing and experimenting, to creating a full theatre production alongside professional artists, each Company offers a different experience, with the ambition and opportunities growing as you move forward.
① Young Company 1: Play (yr5-yr6)
- Every Tuesday evening during school term between 4pm - 5pm.
- Term 1: 29 September - 1 December 2026.
Term 2: 12 January - 16 March 2027.
Term 3: 6 April - 3 July 2027. - Fun creative sessions exploring performance, storytelling, movement, characters and making theatre in a supportive environment.
- Register here
② Young Company 2: Create (yr.7-9)
- Every Tuesday evening during school term between 5pm - 6.30pm.
- Term 1: 29 September - 1 December 2026.
Term 2: 12 January - 16 March 2027.
Term 3: 6 April - 30 July 2027. - Extended dates and rehearsals around production week (24 - 30 July) to be confirmed.
- Work with a team of professional artists to create a full theatre production.
- Register here
③ Young Company 3: Go for it (bl.10-11)
- Every Tuesday evening during school term between 7pm - 9pm.
- Term 1: 29 September - 1 December 2026.
Term 2: 12 January - 16 March 2027.
Term 3: 6 April - 30 July 2027. - Extended dates and rehearsals around production week (24 - 30 July) to be confirmed.
- More opportunity to develop while working alongside a professional artistic team to create a full theatre production.
- Register here
④ Cwmni Ifanc 4: Make and Perform (16 - 25 yrs old)
- Every other Monday 6pm - 9pm
- Term 1: 05 October - 30 November 2026.
Term 2: 18 January - 25 Mawrth 2027.
Term 3: 07 June - tbc. - Dates and extended rehearsals for the production between 5 - 16 July.
- How to register?
The cost?
But we don't want cost to be an obstacle for anyone. Bursaries are available for low income families.
Contact cifw@franwen.com for more information. Any conversation about financial support will be treated confidentially.
Where do they meet?
All Young Companies meet at Nyth, Bangor, the home of Frân Wen.
But Nyth is much more than a place to come for an hour or two every week.
This is where artists practice. Where shows are created. Where new ideas are tested. Where audiences, young people, artists and communities come together.
It is a place full of creativity and love.Young Company member '25/26
Everything you need to know
We want Young Company to be a creative, fun and welcoming experience for everyone.
Here's some information about what to expect:
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It's not necessary to have performed before or to have been part of a theatre company.
What's important is to be curious, ready to try new things and want to create with other people.
The Young Company meets weekly and each group develops together over the year.
In order for everyone to get the most of the experience, we ask members to commit to all the sessions as regularly as possible.
The level of commitment will increase for Young Companies 2 and 3 as they work towards their production. It is possible that there will be additional rehearsals when approaching the performances, and we will share these dates as far in advance as possible.
No two sessions are the same.
One week the focus could be on movement; the following week working with a script, creating characters, writing, making music or inventing a new idea with the group.
You'll work with other people, listen to ideas and contribute.
Nyth can sometimes be a busy, noisy and energetic place.
The Young Company will work through the medium of Welsh.
There's a very warm welcome to new Welsh speakers and learners.
Your Welsh doesn't need to be perfect.
Our team will be there to support and help you feel confident to use the Welsh language.
The Young Company is a place to be adventurous, curious and creative but also a place where we look after each other.
We ask all members to:
- Treat other people with respect
- Be open to other people's ideas and experiences
- Be ready to work together
- Contribute to creating a kind and supportive environment
- Bringing their curiosity, energy and ideas with them
For more information or an informal chat about our Young Company contact Elgan on 01248 715048 or e-mail elgan@franwen.com.
Here's an example of their previous work...
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