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NYMT/BYMT 2026

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 27/10/2025 20:38

So with the big reveal of the 50th anniversary programme it feels like a good time to start the 2026 chat!

Here we go again 🥳🥳🥳

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 17/03/2026 13:49

DC has been offered musician on Everyday 😁

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Comefromaway · 17/03/2026 12:46

Sorry to hear that but do tell him to try again next year. My son was also rejected his first year of auditioning but went on to play for 2 other shows and two concerts with NYMT.

GinniMcGinface · 17/03/2026 12:31

Just to add that this was our first year auditioning and DS enjoyed the process and won’t be overly disappointed. He’ll try again next year.
Good luck to everyone else waiting- sending positive vibes over the airwaves to you all!

GinniMcGinface · 17/03/2026 12:10

We’ve had an email of rejection for musician - just received.

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 17/03/2026 12:02

Still no news… but a memory popped up on my FB this morning from a few years back and it seems today was the day that year.

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seventwelve25 · 17/03/2026 11:39

DMEAmum · 14/03/2026 11:29

i believe the application process for creatives is similar to the tech pathway. They had a joint zoom call where Chris and Jordan talked them through the opportunities available, and coached on how to put together a CV and supporting letter. They then went away and prepped/submitted those documents. For technical there was then an individual zoom interview with Jordan. Creatives were called in to take part at the actor recall sessions in Feb.

Are musicians still waiting on tenterhooks for outcomes???

Thanks for this, all really interesting. I wondering if they're allowed to audition to audition as a performer in the same year, or just have to choose one path or another...
Good luck to all musicians waiting! Any news yet?
We received DR'S info pack for Unbound this morning- exciting times! I was curious about staff list though - where is Chris?!

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Montimom · 17/03/2026 07:35

if the workshop finishes at 4pm the family is invited from 3 to watch a performance with all
leaving at 4

Wigeon · 17/03/2026 07:29

DD did a NMW last year - it did finish on whatever time they said on the schedule on every date. The final day had a performance for the parents and I can't remember whether that was after the official finish time. I think the schedule said the official finish was (say) 5pm and then we were told we could come at 4pm for the performance.

I think you'd need to double check the time of the performance and finish time on the last day.

Beedybong · 16/03/2026 17:30

Question for people who's children have done new musical workshops: If we're told 4pm finish time, is it safe to arrange travel with this in mind? Will there be some sort of a presentation, and if so, would that be before the 4pm pick up time?

Thanks!

MxPickles · 14/03/2026 17:23

Checking back and hoping for some amazing news for the musicians. Hoping you get the results you want soon :)

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 14/03/2026 12:45

Yep, still waiting!

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DMEAmum · 14/03/2026 11:29

i believe the application process for creatives is similar to the tech pathway. They had a joint zoom call where Chris and Jordan talked them through the opportunities available, and coached on how to put together a CV and supporting letter. They then went away and prepped/submitted those documents. For technical there was then an individual zoom interview with Jordan. Creatives were called in to take part at the actor recall sessions in Feb.

Are musicians still waiting on tenterhooks for outcomes???

Mcmumager · 13/03/2026 23:18

The assistant choreographer applicants were at the recall auditions. I think for the show they applied for they assisted. Lots of great applicants. No idea on numbers v places but know of some who hoped for one show but offered another they were delighted to get.

Comefromaway · 13/03/2026 22:08

Yes, fees are the same except I think they are cheaper for designers as they don’t do Easter

seventwelve25 · 13/03/2026 20:28

On another note, it's been lovely seeing posts on Instagram with news of all the assistant creatives. Dd has mentioned that in the future she might like to try to Assistant choreographer. I was just wondering if anyone had an idea of the process? Also, just curious as to whether the fees are the same as a performer for a show (I'm assuming so as the same amount of time?). And the competition?! This would be a fair way off for us as dd is only 13 at the moment, but it would be interesting to know!

seventwelve25 · 13/03/2026 20:06

Yes, and I guess a lot of the time ethnicity really makes no odds, but is fairly crucial to the story line for WSS

Truetoself · 13/03/2026 18:42

@Mcmumagerin this day and age mainstream theater is so not “ethnicity appropriate” because I guess otherwise majority of the characters will be white?

Mcmumager · 13/03/2026 12:04

I did think this might happen for sharks. NYMT are trying to do the right thing and cast with the appropriate ethnicity. I would expect they just didn’t get the right people in the room. If there is a slight clash they might be able to accommodate I guess for the right people as the shark boys will have less to do than say the jet boys so they could maybe schedule rehearsals accordingly.

Truetoself · 13/03/2026 11:55

Did you see the NYMT insta about additional male ensemble required for WSS? I wonder if they are putting another call out because there were not enough people auditioning or because they didn’t have enough suitable people?
Also said if you cannot make every rehearsal date, it doesn’t matter ……..

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 11/03/2026 10:22

@Comefromawayyes we saw (DC was in the post 🤣). I’m hoping this means they’ve mapped everyone that’s already applied to shows. 🤞🏻

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Comefromaway · 11/03/2026 10:02

They were advertising for more musicians yesterday in certain specific instruments.

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 11/03/2026 09:45

Really hope it’s today…

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Mumster40 · 09/03/2026 22:30

Best of luck to all musicians x

HanD31 · 09/03/2026 18:25

Passing biscuits to you all waiting!

Biscuitsneeded · 09/03/2026 13:32

Yes, fingers crossed for all the musicians awaiting news!