Silhouette Youth Theatre

We’re thrilled to share some incredible news 🎉

Our CEO and Artistic Director has been awarded the prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company John Jennings Award for Services to Education — a huge honour that recognises his outstanding commitment to young people and the transformative power of the arts.

This award celebrates years of dedication, passion, and belief in what creativity can unlock. Every day, his work helps young people grow in confidence, find their voice, and realise their potential.

We couldn’t be prouder of this well-deserved recognition and the impact it represents 💫

Please join us in congratulating Leigh on this amazing achievement 👏

We’re so excited to announce Silhouettes next show 😍

THE SHOWCASE is on the 27th April - 6:45pm at the Royal&Derngate Theatre!

Don’t miss this 🤩

Book tickets here: https://tickets.royalandderngate.co.uk/103201/103202

📣 We’re Hiring! Freelance Drama Practitioner

Silhouette Youth Theatre is looking for passionate artists to deliver youth theatre sessions and drama workshops in schools across Northamptonshire.

Essential requirements:
✔ Full UK driving licence
✔ Strong facilitation and collaborative teaching skills
✔ Experience delivering engaging theatre / performing arts sessions
✔ Knowledge of safeguarding and willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check
✔ Experience delivering workshops on Shakespeare’s plays with young people

Why join us?
✨ Work with over 400 talented young people
✨ Collaborate with a team of skilled artists
✨ Help create exciting showcases and productions celebrating young people’s achievements

How to apply:
Send your CV and a short covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria to [email protected].

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to deliver a short activity with youth theatre members and attend a brief interview.

Come help inspire the next generation of performers! 🌟

MOJO REVIEWS ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Meet John, Music Director and Practitioner at Silhouette Youth Theatre, bringing productions to life through music and collaboration ✨🎹

John says: “I’m truly grateful for the privilege of collaborating with such a creative and passionate community. Each opportunity to support and inspire these wonderful young performers is a precious gift that I will always treasure.”

To find out more about John, see our website (www.silyt.com/practitioners)



Meet George, Vocal Lead and Administrator at Silhouette Youth Theatre 🧡✨

Supporting performers to develop their voices while keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes ✨

George says: “The young people of Silhouette are truly at the heart of the charity. They make up a community of creatives that have genuine care and passion for the performing arts, making sessions full of life and creativity. I feel incredibly lucky to be a part of something quite magical”

To find out more about George, see our website (www.silyt.com/practitioners)

Meet Thomas, Marketing Director and Practitioner at Silhouette Youth Theatre 💗✨

Creating inspiring experiences for young people on and off the stage and the mind behind everything you see on our social media. ✨🎥

Thomas says: Working at Silhouette is truly a great joy in my life. Every day, I get to be surrounded by incredibly talented and passionate young performers who inspire me with their creativity, dedication, and energy. I feel so lucky to contribute to an environment where creativity and confidence can flourish.

To find out more about Thomas, see our website (www.silyt.com/practitioners)
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Meet Sam, Practitioner and Artistic Director at Silhouette Youth Theatre 💚✨

With a passion for dance and dedication to nurturing confidence, creativity, and performance skills in young people.

Sam says: “The young people of Silhouette are a pleasure to teach. I have watched so many of them grow in confidence, feel like they belong and be the most lovely young people. They inspire me every week. It is a real privilege to work at Silhouette with so much talent. We work in a wonderful community who all support each other through lifes ups and downs”

To find out more about Sam, see our website (www.silyt.com/practitioners)

MEET THE TEAM - Leigh: CEO and Artistic Director ❤️

Meet Leigh, CEO and Artistic Director at Silhouette Youth Theatre, leading with vision, creativity, and a passion for young people in the arts 💕✨

He says: “It is an honour and a privilege to work at Silhouette and the young people we work with are truly amazing. The fact that the charity provides accessible and affordable opportunities for all and uses the performing arts to change lives is everything I believe in. I am incredibly proud of all that we have achieved as a team”

To find out more about Leigh, see our website (www.silyt.com/practitioners).