National Youth Theatre of Great Britain

Constitutional objectives

The objects for which the Association is established are - (A) To advance education particularly that of young persons between the ages of 14 to 25 years through the medium of drama, music and the spoken word and through an understanding and appreciation of the British dramatic heritage by all or any of the following methods - (a) By the provision of advice and facilities for dramatic production including opportunities for receiving instruction in drama and for the actual performance thereof. (b) The provision of opportunity for such young persons to learn the various aspects of dramatic production by taking an active part in all departments of such production. (c) The provision of regular dramatic productions of a high standard of performance and presentation so as to lead to an increased enjoyment and appreciation of the drama by such young persons both as performers and as members of audiences. (d) By the provision of the aforesaid facilities, with a view to inculcating the wise use of leisure, the training of character in team spirit and self-discipline and by the development of initiative and mental alertness both by acting on the stage and by organising and supervising the various departments of dramatic production.