Join NGYT's iGen Theatre Company as they showcase their ideas, creativity and hard work in their latest original play.
Everything’s about to change when the clock strikes 12. It’s New Year’s Eve and the lost are sneaking into the forest to celebrate. What they don’t anticipate is that a magical force is in play and about to change everything… Follow along as our fantastic young people perform a play about friendship, reflection and choices. Do you dare to change?
TICKETS
DATE: Monday 2nd December 2024
TIME: 7:30pm
LOCATION: The Hat Factory Arts Centre
65 - 67 Bute Street
Luton
LU1 2EY
CREDITS
Writer: Rebekah Taylor in collaboration with iGen Theatre Company
Co-devised by:
Production partner: The Culture Trust
Join iGen Theatre Company as they showcase their ideas, creativity and hard work in their latest piece: Camp Beachdown.
A group of young people are sent to Camp Beachdown for the summer holidays. They must find a way to settle in, build new friendships and become comfortable outside of their comfort zones. A play that explores belonging and what it means to be ‘home.
TICKETS
DATE: 8th July 2024
TIME: 7pm
LOCATION: The Hat Factory Arts Centre
65-67 Bute Street
Luton LU1 2EY
CREDITS
Writer: Hannah Hill in Collaboration with the Company
Co-devised by:
Production partner:
Assistant Director: Carl Connelly
Bedford: It's Just About Love Really... Isn't It? by Meraki Dance Company || Be Still The Tide by NGYT Theatre Company
“…and you aren’t alone. I want you- I need you to know my door’s always open” – Be Still The Tide
TICKETS
DATE: 18th July
TIME: 7:30pm
LOCATION: The Place Theatre, Bedford
Bradgate Road
MK40 3DE
CREDITS
Writer: David Lloyd devised with the young companies
Co-devised by:
Production partner: The Culture Trust Luton
Choreographer and Movement Director: Laura Lloyd
Assistant Directors: Bethan Fraser & Lauren Segal
For centuries in the royal household, when the eldest child turns 18, they are set to become Majesty. With Lilia’s Royal unveiling fast approaching, she can’t help but ponder about a life beyond the Royal Kingdom and all the possibilities it holds. Pressure is building from all directions… Will Lilia be able to fit the mould that her Father and …
TICKETS
DATE: Sunday 30th June
TIME: 2pm and 5:30pm
LOCATION: The Hat Factory Arts Centre
65 - 67 Bute Street
Luton
LU1 2EY
CREDITS
Writer: Hannah Hill in Collaboration with the Company
Co-devised by:
Production partner:
Singing: Ronan Fountain and Rebekah Taylor
Luton: It's Just About Love Really... Isn't It? by Meraki Dance Company || Be Still The Tide by NGYT Theatre Company
“…and you aren’t alone. I want you- I need you to know my door’s always open” – Be Still The Tide
TICKETS
DATE: 26 Jul 2024 - 27 Jul 2024
TIME: 7:30pm
LOCATION: Hat Factory Arts Centre
65 - 67 Bute Street, Luton
LU1 2EY
"Youth Theatre at its best"
Broadway Baby
CREDITS
Writer: David Lloyd devised with the young companies
Co-devised by:
Production partner: The Culture Trust Luton
Choreographer and Movement Director: Laura Lloyd
Assistant Directors: Bethan Fraser & Lauren Segal
The incredible devised theatre makers of NGYT's Company Be invite you to the culmination of their hard work, dedication and self development:
Company Be Presents ‘Untangled’ ‘Join us in a unique story and follow our journey together to this moment in space and time where honesty fell from our hearts as a collection of memories, friendships and parts; A swiftly infused community, connected by care and the strength to lift one another when our load becomes too heavy and the child inside …
TICKETS
DATE: Friday 5th April 2024
TIME: 7pm
LOCATION: Dunstable Icknield Lower School Hall
Burr Street
LU6 3AG
""What a rollercoaster we've been on together. Company Be shone like the stars they are. You told your stories, you took your space, you gave yourself to one another with generosity and empathy and you made a community.""
David Lloyd, Director
CREDITS
Writer: Company Be in collaboration with David Lloyd
Co-devised by:
Production partner: Carers in Bedfordshire, Mind BLMK, Central Bedfordshire Council.
Assistant Director: Carl Connelly
Youth Mentor: Aryan Sherifi
Designer: Lauren Connolly Design
Lighting and Production: Event Production Live
Our Musical Theatre Company presents their latest original musical.
Camp Contentment, a place that helps you discover the best version of yourself. A place of self love and sass for anyone who needs it. The campers are put through their paces as they’re thrown into the unknown. But it’s not long before one camper realises it’s not all that it seems… Is Kristija alone in feeling like this? Through …
TICKETS
DATE: 2nd July 2023
TIME: Various
LOCATION: Hat Factory Arts Centre
65 - 67 Bute Street
Luton
LU1 2EY
CREDITS
Writer: Hannah Hill, Laura Lloyd, Kimberley Black in Collaboration with the company.
Co-devised by:
Production partner: The Culture Trust Luton
Music, Arrangement and Singing Coach: Kimberley Black
Company Assistants: Lauren Segal, Saskia Lawrence, Rebekah Taylor
NGYT's iGen Theatre Company (ages 11+) presents their latest, original piece of devised theatre.
What is Happiness? This is what Ella is trying to figure out with a little help from those around her. Our idea of happiness constantly shifts and changes. It seemed so much simpler when she was young. Will she ever find the true definition of the word? NGYT’S iGen Theatre Company meet weekly building and developing core drama and theatre …
TICKETS
DATE: 10th July 2023
TIME: 7:30pm
LOCATION: Hat Factory Arts Centre
65 - 67 Bute Street
Luton
LU1 2EY
"Next Generation Youth Theatre (NGYT) create Theatre and Dance with young people. Their work is always written and devised collaboratively by members of the team or supported by external arts practitioners. NGYT not only recognise the importance and impact of the arts on young people but also lead and collaborate on creative projects for the benefit of wider communities."
The Culture Trust Luton
CREDITS
Writer: Hannah Hill devised in collaboration with iGen Theatre Company
Co-devised by:
Production partner: The Culture Trust Luton
Assistant Director: Carl Connelly
It's Just About Love Really... Isn't It? by Meraki Dance Company || Be Still The Tide by NGYT Theatre Company
NGYT presents a double bill of original dance and theatre. NGYT are back with 2 new works from their critically acclaimed dance and theatre companies. Join these young creatives as they share their truths and centre the voices of the Next Generation. NGYT’s Meraki Dance Company presents – It’s Just About Love Really… Isn’t It? Join our hearts, hear your …
TICKETS
DATE: 28 Jul 2023 - 29 Jul 2023
TIME: Friday 28th Jul: 7:30pm || Saturday 29th Jul 2pm and 7:30pm
LOCATION: Hat Factory Arts Centre
65 - 67 Bute Street
Luton
LU1 2EY
"Youth Theatre at its best"
Broadway Baby
CREDITS
Writer: David Lloyd in conversation and collaboration with the companies
Co-devised by:
Production partner: The Culture Trust Luton
Assistant Directors:
Shanté Campbell & Lauren Segal
Back by popular demand, join NGYT and take part in the Ultimate Creative Quiz. An evening of questions and creative challenges for the whole of Luton’s community aged 11+ to enjoy.
Running time: 3 hours Tickets: £4
TICKETS
DATE: Thursday 27th June 2024
TIME: 7.30pm-10:30pm
LOCATION: Hat Factory Arts Centre
65 - 67 Bute Street
Luton
LU1 2EY
"Next Generation Youth Theatre was founded in 2012 by David & Laura Lloyd, with the purpose of providing high quality, accessible and inclusive theatre, dance and arts opportunities to the young people of Luton.
NGYT believes that all young people should be given the opportunity to access affordable high quality arts experiences and in turn be provided with a platform to creatively present the thoughts, feelings, imaginations and stories of their generation."
David and Laura, Founders of NGYT
CREDITS
Writer: N/A
Co-devised by:
Production partner: The Culture Trust Luton
