Frantic Ignition Trials 2026

About this event

This Autumn, renowned theatre company Frantic Assembly will travel across the UK to deliver FREE Trial workshops in association with 12 regional partner venues – we are proud to say that we will be hosting them here at Liverpool Everyman. These high energy movement-based workshops are aimed at young people aged 16-24 who face barriers to accessing the arts, in the hopes to show them the arts can absolutely be for them. Seeking out underrepresented talent in unexpected places. What is a trial? A 2-hour, high energy workshop to explore Frantic Assembly’s distinct approach to devising theatre. We will be hosting two Trial sessions, both on Sat 26 Sep the first at 1pm – 3pm, and the second at 3.30pm-5.30pm. No experience necessary, all abilities welcome. What is the Intensive? Selected from the trials, 24 participants will join each other for a week in London. Guided by Frantic Assembly, they will create two original performances for a public audience. All aspects of the Intensive (travel to London, accommodation, food) are paid for by Frantic Assembly, thereby removing financial barriers to participation. For those that take part in the Ignition intensive, we offer a year-round access programme which continues to mentor and signpost training and career opportunities both with Frantic Assembly and their partners throughout the UK. Sign-ups for the Trials are open now, on Frantic Assembly’s website (link opens in a new tab). If you have any questions or need more information please email [email protected]