Auditions are always free
Free toaudition.Free toperform.
We train young performers by casting them in real productions, rep-company style, alongside professional creatives. Open to ages 5-26, without the barrier of cost.
Photo 1 of 5: The full company hits the final pose of a neon-pink dance number
Talent shouldn’t
depend on what
you can afford.
Since 1989 we’ve trained young performers and put them on real stages, many going on to the West End, TV and film. Your first audition and your first show won’t cost a thing.
From audition to stage
Audition (free)
A relaxed 30 to 60 minute audition: a short movement routine, then a song you've prepared. No prep beyond turning up. No fee, no pressure.
Your first show (free)
Get cast, and your first production is free to take part in. Rep-company-style training with professional creatives, staged in real theatres.
Join an academy
After your first show, continue with year-round training at a local academy. Weekly classes with real teachers, for an affordable termly fee.
Auditions open now
What’s casting
On our stages
Once on This Island. Matilda. Full-scale productions in professional theatres, cast from our free auditions.
They started here
BTA performers have gone on to Olivier-winning stages, the West End and the screen.
Join the revolution.
Come on in, join the BTA family. Auditions are free and open to performers aged 5-26.