BEKI
" I was a participant of BYT for most of my childhood and unfortunately had to leave. I regretted that choice for a while until I decided it was time to come back. I am now a participant rep and I love it. The atmosphere and people at the theatre are fantastic. I wish I had never left."

KAI
" I thought BYT was a fabulous place. I felt I had butterflies on the coach on the way, like I was worried I wouldn't fit in - I loved all the pictures on the walls, I saw my friends in them. I felt proud of them."

DANIEL
" When I first came to Burnley Youth Theatre I thought, 'wow' this place is amazing – then after a few months I settled in with the group met some awesome people. I have been coming now for over a year and I am truly enjoying it. I hope I carry on the good work."

JO
" I have become more open to other cultures and have learnt through the rehearsal process and performing how professional actors work, I feel I have gained a lot of experience.
Oliver- BYT has actually changed my life. Everyone is nice to each other and we all get along. The staff are great! And all the things that go on are fantastic. I have been coming for many years and never want to leave. "

MONIR
" This has been my first BYT show and I want to come back.
Joe – BYT offers many ways for young people to express themselves through dance and theatre. I've only been a member for a short while but the staff and participants are all very interesting."

KIRAN
" My favourite moments were the 'red carpet' treatment when walking out of the theatre, the applause and good comments from the audience, being the main character."

OLIVIA
" I have been here since I was about 6 and it feels like my second home. I tend to come here at least twice a week (sometimes 3 or 4!) I love it here because it gives me a chance to meet people I would not normally meet and express myself in creative ways."