The Youth Board play a vital role in steering our organization into the future – meeting with our dedicated core team regularly to discuss ideas, help us to make important choices and to untangle big questions.

In the past, the Youth Board has influenced meaningful change in everything we do from our merchandise, to our guidance on gender and queerness for teachers, to our marketing!

• 1:1 mentoring with industry professionals (e.g. screenwriters, costume designers, lawyers, charity workers)
• Attend a London summit in October for team building and idea generation
• Involvement in major events (25th Anniversary summit, parliamentary reception, Globe Theatre visit)
• Opportunities to attend CSSF performances across the UK
• Connect with like-minded young people from across the UK
• Build skills in public speaking, leadership, and creativity
• Most importantly, have your voice heard and make a real difference!

This opportunity is free and funding for travel to London is available.

Hear from Mathilde, 17:

"I have gained so many memories, friends and experiences from the Youth Board that have set me up with skills for life."

"Being surrounded by young people who shared the same interests as me was so comforting and we have always worked so well together to spread the ultimate message, that Shakespeare is for everyone."

Click here to read the full blog post.

Hear from Evie, 15:

In order to apply for the Youth Board, you must:

• Be aged between 13 and 16
• Live in the UK
• Be passionate about the arts

You’ll be asked to tell us a little about yourself and respond to a prompt in whatever format you’re most comfortable in.

The application form can be found here.

Your parent or carer must complete our equal opportunities form as part of your application.

If you have any questions, please contact us at youthboard@coramshakespeareschools.org.uk

Deadline for applications: Tuesday 9th September 2025 at 11am.