Birmingham Hippodrome has launched a brand-new programme for teachers and educators in the West Midlands.

The Hippodrome is looking for teachers who are curious to broaden their horizons, expand their knowledge and keen to be advocates for the power of theatre for young people.

Teachers in the scheme will see live performances at the Hippodrome, experience Birmingham Hippodrome produced festivals as well as engage in talks, pre and post show events and networking opportunities, where they will be able to meet and connect with other educators, artists and creatives.

Those successful in the application process will receive two places: one place for the programme lead, and the other place for someone different to attend each event, to support the wider creative culture of their setting.

Educators are asked to bring an openness to engage in conversations and participate in  events they may not normally attend, as well as an appetite to share their experiences and advocate for opportunities for young people to engage with theatre.

Birmingham Hippodrome currently works with 44 Primary, Secondary, Colleges and SEN schools across the region; bringing creativity into the curriculum and providing young people with the chance to experience and connect with theatre through the Hippodrome Education Network (HEN).

The Hippodrome was recently a finalist in the Excellence in Arts Education category at the UK Theatre Awards 2023 and supports the Theatre for Every Child campaign led by Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre, which calls on politicians to ensure every child attends the theatre at least once before they leave school.

There is no cost associated for individuals or education settings participating in the programme. Teachers in the West Midlands can find out more and apply to Birmingham Hippodrome’s Teachers Theatre Network scheme by visiting birminghamhippodrome.com/TTN.