For young people to thrive
Award-winning, inclusive youth theatre helping young people aged 5-19 build confidence through the performing arts.
New to EYT? Come and give it a try!
Discover our welcoming drama classes with an £8 taster session. No commitment to a full term, just a chance to see if EYT is right for your child.
EYT is a community where young people excel in theatre and performance, grow in confidence, make lasting friendships and have a ton of fun. Co-led by Scottish BAFTA and RTS winning actor, Shauna Macdonald, and choreographer & musician Jo Jeffries, with an incredible team of committed industry professionals. Your child will find their voice, hone their skills and discover so much more through the performing arts.
Our Classes
Winter Term 2026
(19th Oct - 19th Dec)
Booking now open!
OUR LOCATIONS ARE:
BELLFIELD HUB, 16b BELLFIELD STREET, PORTOBELLO EH15 2BP
ST MARK’S CHURCH, 287 PORTOBELLO HIGH STREET EH15 2AR
ST JOHN’S CHURCH, 35 BRIGHTON PLACE EH15 1LT
ST MARTIN’S COMMUNITY CENTRE, 232 DALRY ROAD EH11 2JG
When you click ‘Book a Class’ you will be asked to create an account and enter your child’s details to book.
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Financial support available
We believe every young person should have the opportunity to experience theatre. EYT offers bursary places for families who may find class fees a barrier. Please get in touch for a confidential conversation about available support.
FEATURE CLASS - Musical Madness
YOUR GOLDEN TICKET TO THE STAGE!
Join our Musical Madness class and be part of Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory JR.!
Our weekly Musical Theatre class is preparing for a spectacular new production in March 2027, and we're welcoming new students to join the company!
Led by professional theatre artists, Musical Madness develops singing, acting and dance skills in a fun, supportive ensemble. Students will work towards this performance during 5 months of skills development and rehearsal.
Casting in November!
Enrol now for the opportunity to be considered for principal and featured roles. All experience levels welcome, with plenty of ensemble opportunities too.
Additional ensemble places may be available until early January, subject to capacity and rehearsal progress.
Rehearsals: Mondays 17:25-19:25, Portobello
Performance: Sunday 21 March 2027
Technical rehearsal, dress rehearsal and performance all take place on this day. Production participants must be available for the full day.
Fees
Musical Madness classes: £66.56 per month
Production participation: additional £150 per performer, payable in three £50 instalments
Students who need extra time to make the payments, please just get in touch with us.
Book your place and join the adventure!
Age 8-18yrs
We have classes for age 8-11y, in the fabulous St Martin’s Community Resource Centre on Dalry Road.
Start with a taster class for just £8
GOOD NEWS! We have received funding to deliver a FREE primary school’s project in 2027 and will be running a FEBRUARY DRAMA CAMP 15th-17th FEB!
FEATURE LOCATION
Classes in Gorgie Dalry
EDINBURGH YOUTH THEATRE AT THE FRINGE!
Every year, EYT brings an exciting new production to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, showcasing the talent of local young performers alongside professional creatives and crew.
Our Fringe productions offer young people an immersive, professional theatre experience, from the rehearsal room to performing for live festival audiences. It's a unique opportunity to discover what it takes to create and stage a professional production. It builds their confidence and develops their skills in a big way.
Known for our inventive and high-energy shows, EYT's Fringe productions consistently attract excellent reviews and enthusiastic audiences. We're proud to give young performers the chance to be part of the world's biggest arts festival, right here in their home city.
2027 SHOW WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN JANUARY
