ABOUT STRABANG!
Strabang! is the National Gaelic Youth Theatre – an exciting opportunity for young people from across the country to join a drama group through a series of Gaelic drama workshops in theatres across Scotland.
From September to March, participants come together to learn about all aspects of theatre, explore different parts of Scotland, and create and perform a play together.
“It was amazing to make new friends and to have the chance to speak Gaelic to them.”
Participant 2023-2024
WHAT’S NEW THIS YEAR?
Strabang is growing!
For the first time, we’ll have dedicated groups in both the Western Isles and Skye, and the mainland, running parallel workshops in each area before coming together for a long weekend in February, followed by a joint performance in March.
“Friends, rehearsals, gossiping in Gaelic and speaking Gaelic in a fun way.”
Participant 2023-2024
WHO CAN TAKE PART?
Applications are open to all S1–S4 students in Gaelic Medium Education or with fluent Gaelic.
From these applications, 16 students, 8 from each region, will be selected to take part.
WHAT’S INVOLVED?
The programme runs over 6 months, giving participants the chance to:
- Learn about drama through the medium of Gaelic
- Build confidence and communication skills in drama
- Take part in four residential sessions – with travel, overnight stays, and time spent collaborating in person and exploring the area!
- Join online sessions and learn in master classes with Theatre practitioners
- Work towards a live performance in a professional theatre
WHY JOIN STRABANG?
This unique opportunity gives younger high school students the opportunity to be part of a national Gaelic youth theatre company, no matter where they live, and develop transferable skills for a range of professions.
Participants will:
- Meet new people and build lasting friendships
- Collaborate creatively using Gaelic
- Develop a stronger sense of connection between language and professional opportunity
As part of the programme, one weekend will bring the entire group together to work in the Gaelic community in Kilmore, Skye, staying at Whitewave and rehearsing at Kilmuir Community Hall.
Each year’s experience is shaped by the group’s own learning, creativity, and interests.
COSTS AND SUPPORT
All travel, accommodation and food expenses will be paid by Theatre Gu Leòr, with funding support from Bòrd na Gàidhlig.
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