Go Live Theatre Projects

We are absolutely thrilled to share that our Chief Executive and Founding Director, Susan Whiddington CBE, is a recipient of the Industry Recognition Award at this year's Olivier Awards. 👏 We are so proud to see Susan being recognised for her dedication to making theatre more accessible and creating opportunities for thousands of young people during her 27 years at the helm of Go Live Theatre Projects! 💙 Under Susan’s leadership, Go Live has pioneered relaxed performances, the first youth theatregoing club, our family theatre programme, a lively and engaged Youth Forum, and many ground-breaking projects serving young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. We want to congratulate Susan for this outstanding achievement and the other Industry Recognition Award Recipients: Sylvia Addison, Vereen Irving, Robert Israel, and Richard Walton. Society of London Theatre & UK Theatre

It’s already been 2 weeks since our Relaxed Performance of Sister Act The Musical and we’re still over the moon with how... fabulous it was! 🎶 On Tuesday 2nd July, 365 families and 21 school groups filled the Dominion Theatre and had the most amazing time, watching this fantastic show in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Thank you to all of you that came along and to everyone that worked really hard to make this performance possible! 🫶 Take a look at some gorgeous shots by Bonnie Britain 💙 Jamie Wilson Productions Ltd Dominion Theatre

Today is a bittersweet day for all of us at Go Live as it marks the ending of Susan’s wonderful, adventurous and rewarding journey as she steps down as Chief Executive of Go Live Theatre Projects. Here is a message from Susan: “Since I started in 1997, I truly have loved every day at this fantastic charity. I’ve been privileged to work in partnership with the most caring, inspirational and committed colleagues, past and present, and am extremely proud of all we’ve achieved as a team. I owe a debt of gratitude to our former Chair, Sir Stephen Waley-Cohen, who had the foresight to set up a charity to take young people to the theatre and the good luck to be asked to run Mousetrap Foundation for the Arts (as it was then!). In the last 18 months, I’ve also had the very good fortune to work with our dedicated new Chair, Charles Prideaux. As I look back on 27 years, there are so many highlights, but certainly one of them was hosting the first West End relaxed performance at Shrek the Musical in 2012 for families with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Last Tuesday, we held our 13th annual relaxed performance at Sister Act the Musical. It was a magical evening for the 365 families and 21 school groups who filled the 2,000-seat Dominion Theatre. Family members and carers sought me out to tell me how much these performances meant to their families. I was reminded once again, in the most powerfully emotional way, of the impact of our work in making theatre accessible to young people and families who would otherwise not be able to access it – the essence of our charity.” Please join us as we say farewell to Susan by celebrating everything she has achieved through our charity and sending her all our best wishes for the future! 💙 #SusanWhiddington #GoLiveTheatreProjects #GoLive #Theatre #TheatreEducation #AccessibleTheatre #AccessForAll

What an amazing day supporting Go Live Theatre Projects with their relaxed performance of Sister Act the musical🎵 This amazing company made sure everyone in attendance felt comfortable and relaxed and a big thank you to Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation UK for giving Weightmans the opportunity to volunteer🪩 Maisie Adams Isabelle Pay Egle Urbonaite Camelia Nesari #seethepossibility

Volunteer opportunity! 🎭 We're also looking for dedicated individuals to join us at Summer Stage, providing pastoral care and support to young people. Gain invaluable experience while making a difference! 🍽️ Lunch included  🚗 Travel expenses reimbursed  🎟️ Ticket to a top West End show Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eVdXJACd #Volunteers #ArtsJobs #Volunteering

🌞 Exciting Placement Opportunity! Join Us as a Summer Stage Administration Assistant! 🎭 Are you passionate about arts administration and youth engagement? We're looking for someone just like you! Support participants aged 13-17 in practical drama workshops as part of our Summer Stage programme. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference and gain valuable experience! Applicants must be 18 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eVdXJACd 📷 Omari Marshall #SummerStage #Placement #ArtsJobs #ArtsJobsLondon #Volunteer #Volunteering #VolunteerOpportunities #PerformingArts

Tickets for our Relaxed Performance of Sister Act the Musical are NOW on sale! ✨ 🗓 Tuesday, 2nd July 2024 ⏱ 6.30pm 📍 Dominion Theatre, London 🎟 From £7.50 Starring Alexandra Burke, Ruth Jones, Lemar, Lee Mead, Lizzie Bea, Alison Jiear and Carl Mullaney! Relaxed Performances are designed to provide an opportunity for young people with autism, learning disabilities or other sensory and communication needs, who would benefit from a more relaxed environment at the theatre. Book your tickets online here https://lnkd.in/etprG_wy or for specific access needs or group booking get in touch!

We are thrilled to have been a part of the Strong Voices Together podcast, hosted by the brilliant Lucy Edwards! 🎧 Make sure to follow the podcast on your preferred platform, as the first episode will be released on 23rd April! The episode we feature on comes out on 18th June 💙

Do you dream of going to drama school?  🎭 We are so excited to announce the launch of the Go Live Scholarship at Platinum Academy of Performing Arts, based in North London. This three-year scholarship (worth over £20,000!) is open to aspiring performers and artists who are passionate about pursuing a career in the performing arts industry but would struggle to do so without supported funding. Platinum Academy offers a wide range of industry qualifications, providing students with access to top industry professionals. With representation from leading industry agents, their students have access to exciting career opportunities upon graduation.  🩰 The start date of the course is September 2024 and the scholarship is open to Go Live members aged 16 . To find out more about the course, the requirements and the audition dates, click the link below: https://lnkd.in/eYS7gSEE

We're so proud of the great work Lucy Bellingham did on the education resource pack of the amazing Hadestown! 🥀 Take a look at the resources below: 👇 https://lnkd.in/eTcPNPz6