The very first CYTO ad!
CYTO's first ever ad!
OUR STORY
Croydon Youth Theatre Organisation (CYTO) is the longest-running youth theatre in the borough. Established in 1965, we have been in service to young people for sixty years, providing those aged 6-19 with an innovative, youth-led programme of workshops in acting, production and technical theatre, producing and event planning, script writing, script-reading, and the chance to appear in over six productions a year. Our award-winning professional team shares theatrical skills with our members in a brave environment, encouraging personal development and boosting physical and mental well-being. These activities immensely enrich our members’ lives and the diverse communities from which they come, offering new experiences, employability skills, and support networks.
OUR AIMS
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To provide affordable and accessible opportunities for young people to create live theatre performances that are fun, inclusive and relevant to their lives.
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To equip young people with space and mentorship to develop key employability skills:- self-management, problem-solving, teamwork, communication and self-belief.
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To develop partnerships with schools, youth organisations and community groups to promote meaningful appreciation for the arts.
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To be profoundly inclusive in all our practice and activities, reflecting the communities we serve.
MEET THE TEAM
Artistic Director
Andrew McPherson
Participation Coordinator
Yuxuan Liu
Summer Sizzle Directors
Andrew McPherson
Tatiana Ellis
Yuxuan Liu
Grace Alexander-Scott
Summer Sizzle Crew Facilitator & Designer
Henry Fong
Volunteer Workshop Assistant
Josh Dighton
Elliott Bunting
FOH Volunteers
Rebecca Torpey
Suzie Voce
Ollie Springate
Kyle Flynn-Davies
Adrienne Cluer
David Page
Lynda Morgan
Management Committee
Joanne Boon
Sheril Chase
Adrienne Cluer
Lynda Morgan
David Page (Chair)
Roger Weeks
Patron
Dr. Rikki Beadle-Blair MBE
Board of Trustees
Donna-Maria Crookes
Cheryl Govan
Laura Perry
Anna Shields (Co-chair)
Roger Weeks (Co-chair)
Responses to the question "How has CYTO influenced you?". Larger words indicate the number of times that response was given.
"CYTO IS...."
"Being with wonderful like-minded people who will accept you whoever you are and no matter what your background"
“A place of opportunity. You learn techniques and get chances to perform in productions and show skills you have.”
"A fun, friendly environment where you get lots of friends and practically a new family"
"An amazing place to build confidence and to meet new people"
"A fun place where you can express your feelings, expand on your skills and make friends"
SAFEGUARDING & POLICIES