Callout: New Earth Theatres Makers Academy - Greater Manchester
Callout Deadline: Fri 1 May 2026, 10am
Course Dates/Times: Mon 29 Jun – Fri 3 Jul 2026, 11am - 5pm daily
Course Leader: Houmi Miura
Venue: Lowry Studio 2
Cost: Free to attend
New Earth Theatre Makers Academy - Great Manchester is a 1-week course for Greater Manchester and North West-based East Asian and South East Asian creatives and artists who are interested exploring how to create original theatre.
Participants will develop collaborative theatre making skills and form a supportive peer network. The aim is to support ESEA creatives to develop the skills they need to make and produce their own work.
During the academy participants will learn a range of theatre making skills including performing, devising, producing and fundraising so they are equipped to take their creative projects from first idea to final performance.
Theatre Makers Academy FAQ
I’m an actor. Is the Theatre Makers Academy course suitable for me?
Yes - as long as you have an interest in making your own original work and collaborating with other creatives.
I’m not an actor/performer. Is the Theatre Makers Academy course suitable for me?
Yes - you do not need to be an actor to join the Theatre Makers Academy. You could be an actor, director, producer, dancer, writer, musician, circus performer, poet or spoken word artist or combination of any/all the above. What you DO need is an interest in making work for live performance and a desire to collaborate with others.
How much do I need to pay to attend New Earth Academy?
NOTHING - it’s completely free. We aim to keep all our New Earth Academy and New Earth Academy Plus free at the point of access to reduce financial barriers for participants.
We also offer travel bursary places for participants in need of financial support. If you'd like to apply for the travel bursary, please tell us why in your application and the amount you'd like to apply for.
What is the schedule of Theatre Makers Academy courses?
Theatre Makers Academies are weeklong, full time courses. Usual hours are 11am-5pm Monday to Friday. There may be social activities or theatre trips on some evenings. Course content varies depending on which academy course you’re applying for and the course leader who leads the programme.
About New Earth Academy
New Earth Academy provides FREE specialist training and opportunities in the performing arts for East and South East Asians* (ESEA) aged 18+ living in the UK.
The only programme of its kind in the UK, our courses are designed for those with an interest in developing their performance skills and engagement with live theatre.