Key Change
Developing the next generation of artists, makers and creative leaders.
Key Change is a two‑year programme for 16 - 23 year olds interested in the arts and creative industries. Whether you already have a clear direction or are beginning to explore your creative potential, the programme provides tailored support, industry insight and meaningful opportunities to develop your skills.
This creative programme will open real doors into music, theatre, dance, design, puppetry, directing, technical theatre, writing, performance, visual art, arts marketing and lots more. Key Change participants will benefit from industry expertise, valuable creative connections and a supportive environment that nurtures creativity and will help you explore your own creative future.
There are up to 12 free places available for this programme, generously funded by Norwich Consolidated Charities. There are also 3 places available for those who are self-funded.
Whether you are already committed and certain of your craft or just starting to explore, your Key Change journey is completely tailored to you. No two participants follow the same path, because no two creatives are the same.
How to Apply
Application Deadline: Thursday 23 July
There are up to 12 free places available on this programme for young people who have experienced barriers to accessing the arts. These places have been generously funded by Norwich Consolidated Charities.
To apply for one of our free places:
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You must be 16 - 23 years old
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Live in the City of Norwich (temporary residence will also be considered)
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Or your place of education is, or has recently been, in Norwich
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Have interest, talent or potential in a creative pathway
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Want support to explore or pursue a future in the arts or creative industries
Financial hardship is a central priority to access this full subsidy, but we are also very interested in understanding any other barriers that may have affected your ability to take part and these will also be taken into consideration.
To apply for one of our self-funded places:
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You must be 16 - 23 years old
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Live in Norfolk (temporary residence will also be considered)
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Or your place of education is, or has recently been, in Norfolk
Please email us ( arts-network@into-opera.org.uk ) to express your interest in a self-funded place and we will provide fee details and an application form.
For all applications the deadline is 08:00 on Thursday 23 July
Additional Support:
Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you would like additional support. For example:
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You may prefer an easy read or large text version of our application form
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You may feel that uploading an audio or video recording of your responses to the form is a better form of expression for you
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If you have any questions!
Just get in touch with our Participation and Inclusion Coordinator, Steph Townsend, who will be very happy to help!