Each year the National Theatre commissions ten new plays for young people to perform, bringing together some of the UK’s most exciting writers with the performers of tomorrow.

Audition for the Nottingham Playhouse Connections Company

Are you an actor aged 13-19 and interested in being part of the Nottingham Playhouse’s own Connections Company for 2026?

Nottingham Playhouse also have their very own Connections Company who perform as a part of the National Theatre Connections Festival at Nottingham Playhouse. Rehearsals take place on Wednesday evenings, occasional Saturdays and during the second week of the Easter holidays. There is no fee to be part of this company, but places are subject to auditions and commitment to rehearsals is essential.

This year’s auditions will take place on 5 /12 November, with recalls on 19 /26 November.

Rehearsal dates: Wednesday evenings from November, occasional Saturdays and a few days during the second week of the Easter holidays.

Performance date: Sun 12 April 2026

To apply to audition for Nottingham Playhouse Connections Company, please fill out this application form, as well as this photo and video consent form. Both of these forms should be filled out with a parent/guardian if you are under 18.
If you have any questions, please email participation@nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk.

National Theatre Connections Festival 2026

To find out more about the National Theatre’s Connections Festival, please visit their website.