theRTproject
the rep theatre project CIC
theRTproject is a not-for-profit contemporary theatre training program and producing company. An alternative and gateway to conservatoire training for performers who face barriers to accessing drama schools. Our Level 4 inspired programme, developed through a repertory theatre company model, is offered at minimal cost to the performer.
Auditions
we are auditioning, join us...
Do you have a burning desire to train as an actor? Have you applied for drama school or conservatoire training and been unsuccessful? If you intend to pursue a career as an actor or gain a place at drama school, then theRTproject is for you.
Whatever your age and background we nurture actors and theatre-makers providing them with the skills and confidence to thrive in the industry.
Join us on a journey as we bring our original performance work to audiences whilst providing you with tools to unlock the gateway to professional training.
At minimal cost we can provide the support necessary to approach the audition process with confidence, knowing that you have benefited from the advice and training of industry professional.
This year we are offering....
Sept - Dec 2026 - workshops with a focus on audition speeches and a scratch performance in The Rose theatre kingston of 'Antigone'.
Jan - May 2027 - rehearsals for 'Dignity'- An immersive theatre experience retelling the story of 'Romeo & Juliet' after Shakespeare through the lens of rave culture
11th -13th May 2027 - performances 'Dignity' at 'the Cause' london
audition deadline 23 September but early application advised to ensure a place in the company
Audition dates 13 20 27 September
Our vision
We are a not-for-profit education company offering alternative training through professional producing experiences.
Our Mission
We provide a gateway to conservatoire training for all and any performers who would struggle to access it (drama schools) otherwise.
Following a L4 inspired programme of study via a producing repertory theatre company model at minimal cost to the learner.
We create innovative and challenging work for audiences aged 14+ to support their educational studies through inspiring productions and wider exposure to theatre and drama styles.
Our values
theRTproject is guided by six core beliefs. These values underpin the way we work to deliver our vision. These qualities outline the character of the company for creatives, performers with whom we work, and our audiences.
Our reasoning
"124 billon goes to UK's GDP because of creative industries but accessing the talent is where the problem lies" Paul Roseby - Artistic Director of the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain.
There has been a 48 % decline in A Level Drama entries since 2010, GCSC drama entries have halved in the last 15 years and there is a decline in specialist drama teachers in school.
The think tank 'The Sutton Trust' recently calculated that BAFTA nominated actors were 5 times more likely to come from private school.
There is a massive decline in working class talent wanting to take part. We need to change that.