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NYMT/BYMT 2025 (Act Two)

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doesanybodyhaveamap · 23/02/2025 19:11

Starting a new thread as we filled up the old one!

DC 17 is in 6th season with NYMT. Also former BYMTer.

These annual threads have been a source of advice, emotional support and camaraderie for those of us with young performers enjoying everything that these awesome organisations bring.

😁

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yodaforpresident · 08/08/2025 08:29

Sad to miss it here @doesanybodyhaveamap - we managed to catch the livestream of the finale last night, which looked amazing. Well done to all!

Biscuitsneeded · 08/08/2025 12:20

Fame was extraordinary last night. So much talent on display.

Truetoself · 08/08/2025 14:52

That’s great to hear! Cant wait to see it tomorrow

Truetoself · 09/08/2025 21:54

What a brilliant production of fame! Such talented people!

Biscuitsneeded · 14/08/2025 10:30

Break a leg to the company of Tuck Everlasting, opening tonight! Can't wait to watch tomorrow.

Comefromaway · 14/08/2025 10:47

I would have loved to have seen Fame but had too much on and we are away this weekend.

Good luck to the Tuck Everlastingers and especially anyone in the band as Partner in Crime is an absolute ROAST - my ds and his friend still laugh about getting through that one a few years ago!

DS is with BYMT for a couple of days helping out on something. Apparently there is a distinct lack of phone signal and the school wifi won't let anyone on social media!

Biscuitsneeded · 16/08/2025 17:28

Thoroughly enjoyed Tuck. Absolutely beautiful staging and choreography. Great performances and some real lump in throat moments. Hope they have a fabulous last show tonight.

Mcmumager · 16/08/2025 20:50

I absolutely loved it too this afternoon. Actually had a proper cry which I tried to disguise lol. Hope they have an amazing last show!

Lionelblair · 22/08/2025 18:18

Bias aside, just seen LB and was absolutely blown away by everyone in and contributing to this new musical. Inspirational. The dance and choreography was outstanding. I now realise why there has been little to no contact from my DS these last couple of weeks! Sad I couldn’t see any of the other shows, but if anything like this they must have been amazing.

Biscuitsneeded · 22/08/2025 22:38

Lionelblair · 22/08/2025 18:18

Bias aside, just seen LB and was absolutely blown away by everyone in and contributing to this new musical. Inspirational. The dance and choreography was outstanding. I now realise why there has been little to no contact from my DS these last couple of weeks! Sad I couldn’t see any of the other shows, but if anything like this they must have been amazing.

Isn't it great? Was it your son's first NYMT show? (I've lost track a bit). Yes, they are always this good!😆😆. This summer has been fantastic, with such a variety of shows just bursting with talent and professionalism. And there's still time to get tickets for Carousel next week!

Lionelblair · 22/08/2025 23:06

Yes @Biscuitsneeded first staged show for nymt, did a new musical workshop 3 years ago. He is already planning for auditions for next year so definitely now has the bug. We will plan to get to all shows in the future as the quality and energy is something else. You’re right about the professionalism. But my sense is this is balanced by a deeply supportive and friendly atmosphere. Great success! 🤩

yodaforpresident · 29/08/2025 00:13

What a fabulous first show for Carousel - so pleased that the rain held off for them! Fabulous set, costumes and lighting. The performances from the young people were very polished and it looked like they were having so much fun.

Mcmumager · 29/08/2025 00:36

Oh so pleased it went well for them. We are away on holiday but were watching the rain and were so worried! What an experience for them all!

Sop2 · 29/08/2025 08:25

A wonderful first show for Carousel - particularly as they hadn't managed a dress run due to the weather! Actors, musicians, costumes, crew - all brilliant. Very impressed by the standard. Pray to the weather gods for the next 2 days....😬!

Comefromaway · 29/08/2025 09:21

What will they do if the weather is bad?

Biscuitsneeded · 29/08/2025 10:48

Comefromaway · 29/08/2025 09:21

What will they do if the weather is bad?

I don't think rain will stop them unless it's absolutely lashing down like it did yesterday pm. It rained twice during the show last night but the show continued. The real worry is high wind. They could do a concert version indoors in the school... praying to the weather gods for them that doesn't have to happen! It looks absolutely stunning outdoors and they sounded glorious last night.

Comefromaway · 29/08/2025 11:26

Their social media said they had contingency plans, I just wondered what they were. With young people I imagine that health & safety will be paramount.

annaclara123 · 29/08/2025 13:13

If any London based young performer are looking for a fun challenge this Autumn term London Youth Opera is still open for registrations. Our dd has done it for many years and loves it!
https://www.londonyouthopera.org.uk

LYO ~ London Youth Opera

https://www.londonyouthopera.org.uk

Biscuitsneeded · 02/09/2025 20:40

Well the NYMT programme for summer 2025 is all over, with just Crescendo and Platform left to happen in a few weeks, followed by the 2026 50th anniversary season launch! I absolutely loved all four shows this summer - all so different, but with so much talent on display. I hope all participants in shows, courses and workshops had a brilliant time. Is the BYMT season finished? Hope everyone enjoyed that too!

Comefromaway · 02/09/2025 21:31

Id have thought BYMT was over now as schools are starting to go back.

ds ended up working behind the scenes on one of their shows.

Biscuitsneeded · 03/09/2025 11:47

Comefromaway · 02/09/2025 21:31

Id have thought BYMT was over now as schools are starting to go back.

ds ended up working behind the scenes on one of their shows.

That's interesting- did he have a good time?

MxPickles · 05/09/2025 16:25

Hi Team, the season is over and its been a rollercoaster for us! Hope everyone had a blast and I have LOVED following the progress of various shows and projects on social media.

By my calculations we have maybe six weeks of not stressing over the 2025 season before the 2026 season shennanigans start up again. I dont know how my nerves stand it to be honest..

Quick question as we wait for the new season to fully open for both companies (BYMT are booking 2026 auditions but NYMT are allowing us a bit of a breather...) Does anyone know much about the Young Company Panels in BYMT and whatever the equivalent is for NYMT. Any information and insight is gratefully recieved.

Well done parents and guardians on surviving another season in the life of a theatre kid/musican.

Comefromaway · 05/09/2025 16:34

Biscuitsneeded · 03/09/2025 11:47

That's interesting- did he have a good time?

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Yes he did. He couldn’t do all the dates due to other commitments but as he lives nearby he was able to do some stuff. He knew the MD at NYMT.

HE’s now n London doing some work for a show at Stratford East.

MxPickles · 05/09/2025 16:39

Comefromaway · 05/09/2025 16:34

Yes he did. He couldn’t do all the dates due to other commitments but as he lives nearby he was able to do some stuff. He knew the MD at NYMT.

HE’s now n London doing some work for a show at Stratford East.

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Harder They Come with AM?

yodaforpresident · 05/09/2025 22:41

@MxPickles this year has felt so busy, I can’t really believe that we are gearing up for 2026 already! Can’t help with YP panels unfortunately.