Young Producers Programme

After the recent merge of Poet In The City and Apples and Snakes, we are very excited to announce that we will be continuing the Young Producers Programme. 

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Are you between 18 and 25 and passionate about event planning? Whether you’re just starting out or looking to build on your existing skills, our Trainee Producers Programme is designed for you.

Through Young Producers, you will develop key industry and transferable skills in creative producing. We do this through a programme of workshops, leadership training, networking opportunities and professional practice, working with some of the UK’s leading poets, industry professionals and arts organisation.

As well as producing your own professional event, you will also:
– Be part of a cohort of young producers
– Gain skills in programming, production and marketing
– Contribute to the cultural landscape in Enfield.

This year, we will be working with Dugdale Arts Centre and Enfield Council to develop small group of young producers from in and around the Enfield area.

Over the course of 10 engaging weeks, you’ll dive into all aspects of event planning, culminating in the exciting opportunity to produce your very own live poetry event at Dugdale Arts Centre. 

Each participant will also receive a bursary of up to £650.

Sessions will take place in-person on Wednesday evenings at the Dugdale Arts Centre in Enfield, providing a supportive and creative environment to learn and grow.

Past programs have successfully taken place in cities like Newcastle and Exeter, and we can’t wait for you to be part of this journey!

Sessions dates

You must be able to attend the following in-person sessions between 6pm-8:30pm:

27 November 2024 – Interview Session
11 December 2024
18 December 2024
8 January 2025
15 January 2025
22 January 2025
29 January 2025
5 February 2025
12 February 2025
26 February 2025
7 March 2025 – Final Event

How to Apply

Please submit your application via the online form below by 5pm Wednesday 20 November. We will be in touch if you are successful by 6pm Friday 22 November.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your event planning career, apply now to secure your spot. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]


This project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Arts Council England

Funded by UK Government
Dugdale Arts Centre
Poet in the City at Apples and Snakes