Over the next year, these ten talented trainees will delve deep into the world of theatre, strengthen their performance skills, and prepare to excel in the industry. We have no doubt that they're going to be a success at the Lyric and beyond! π
Check out their wonderful new headshots.
π£ Introducing our 2026 SPRINGBOARD cohort!
β’ Zoe Agbonkonkon
β’ Levi Birde
β’ Hannah Bouckaert
β’ Alex Dunn
β’ Denzel Flanders
β’ Rushali Lakhani
β’ Esther Mesengu
β’ Salma Muse
β’ Lauryn Perkins-Monney
β’ Callan Ridgwell
πΈ Chantel King
Design by Bob King Creative
18 March β 25 April | Tickets on sale now from Β£10 here: bit.ly/3ZEY6ZK
This is a Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, and Madison Wells Live and Chase This Productions co-production, co-produced by Joshua Berg Creative.
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π’ JUST IN! Hereβs your first look at the UK premiere of Jocelyn Biohβs Tony Award-winning comedy Jajaβs African Hair Braiding, which reunites her with director Monique Touko after the huge success of 2023βs School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play.
π Eligibility criteria: Open to 14-19 year olds living in West London.
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Deadline: Applications close on Monday 26 January at 12pm.
π For more info and to apply, visit lyric.co.uk/lamda-x-lyri...
πΈ ZoeΜ Birkbeck Photography
During practical sessions led by industry professionals, our cohort will gain insight into backstage and technical roles for live theatre, exploring Lighting, Sound, Stage Management, and Staging and Rigging.
π¨ Applications are now OPEN for our Future Technicians Spring Course! π¨
In collaboration with LAMDA, we are looking for young people aged 14-19 living in West London to enrol in this free eight-week technical theatre course, taking place at both LAMDA and the Lyric.
It's #PantoDay today! Take a peek behind the scenes of Jack and the Beanstalk, our 2025 Panto β¨
Long live this beautiful art form, and cheers to the wonderful folks who make it all happen π
Jack and the Beanstalk plays until 04 Jan | Tickets from Β£15
πΈ @manuelharlanphotography
It's official: Jack and the Beanstalk is the ultimate recipe for a magical festive night out β¨
Book now: bit.ly/48n4M3W
Playing until 04 Jan | Tickets from Β£15
Jack and the Beanstalk is finally here! β¨
Playing until 04 Jan | Tickets from Β£10
Book now: bit.ly/48n4M3W
πΈ Manuel Harlan
π£ Introducing Club Little Lyric, our brand new ticket scheme that allows families to access our entire Little Lyric programme with huge savings!
Join Club Little Lyric today and recoup the cost after just one visit.
For more info, visit lyric.co.uk/club-little-...
2026 is set to be a year of endless family fun at the Lyric!
Starting on 17 Jan, our Little Lyric spring season promises to entertain the whole family each Saturday in our Studio.
Plus, we're thrilled to present two spectacular Main House shows: Dear Zoo and The Enormous Crocodile.
πEligibility criteria: Open to aspiring actors aged 18-25 based in West London.
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Deadline: Applications close on Monday 24 November 2025 at 12pm.
π For more info and to apply, visit: lyric.co.uk/springboard-...
π¨Applications are now OPEN for our 2026 cohort of SPRINGBOARD! π¨
SPRINGBOARD is the Lyric's free one year actor training programme for young people who have zero to little formal drama training and are currently underrepresented in theatre.
The award is kindly supported by the Award Founder Sasha Bates.
π Eligibility criteria: Open to unagented writers aged 18-30 in the UK
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Deadline: Applications close on Tuesday 06 January 2026 at 12pm.
π For more info and to apply, visit lyric.co.uk/bill-cashmor...
Back for a second year, the Bill Cashmore Award is a Young Lyric playwriting prize for writers aged 18-30 across the UK, offering an exciting paid opportunity for two new one-act plays to be professionally produced at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre.
π¨ Applications are now OPEN for the Bill Cashmore Award! π¨
LYRIC LABS: A Staff Scratch Night π£
New writing, directed & performed by Lyric staff π
Curated by Ellie Bibby, Beth Calvert Lee, Aaron Devine, Prime Isaac, Mara Simao & Amy Thorpe.
16 Oct, 7:30pm | Lyric Studio | πFREE
Book now: lyric.co.uk/shows/lyric-...
Weβre excited to unveil the exciting new artwork for our 2025 panto Jack and the Beanstalk, and introduce the magical cast.
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Playing 15 Nov 2025 - 04 Jan 2026
π« Tickets from Β£10. Link in bio.
Book now: lyric.co.uk/shows/jack-a...
Photography: Richard Lakos
Graphic Design: Matthew Hodges
π Eligibility criteria: Open to SEND young people who live in or attend schools in West London.
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Deadline: Applications close on Wednesday 01 October at 12pm.
π For more info and to apply, visit: lyric.co.uk/young-lyric/...
The Lyric recognises the importance of making theatre accessible to all. Thanks to the support from John Lyonβs Charity, weβre offering young people with SEND to attend a relaxed performance of one of our upcoming festive shows: Father Christmas and Jack and the Beanstalk!
π¨ Applications are now OPEN for free tickets to relaxed Christmas performances! π¨
Dracula is officially open and running until 11 Oct. Fancy a fright? "Go on, scare yourself" (@standard.co.uk.web.brid.gy)
ποΈ lyric.co.uk/shows/dracula/
Tickets from Β£15
Sending our best wishes to the company of Dracula ahead of their opening night tonight!
You've got until 11 October to heed Mina Harker's warning, if you're brave enough.
Tickets from Β£15
πΈMarc Brenner
ποΈ lyric.co.uk/shows/dracula/
π¨ 2026 SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT π¨
Three new shows for 2026: on-sale now at lyric.co.uk
Book early for Β£10 tickets to Jaja's African Hair Braiding, An Ideal Husband and Relics.
