Frantic Assembly

Olivier Award winner, Paapa Essiedu took part in our Ignition pilot back in 2008 and we have proudly watched him go stratospheric ever since. He demonstrates beautifully what Ignition is about. Access to the Arts, the empowerment of people’s creativity and a working ethos that is supportive, inclusive and inspiring. He has always appreciated the value of Ignition and arts education and has given his time, insight and perspective when joining us talking to other young people, teachers and aspiring theatre makers. Ignition engages with young people with little or no previous experience of the arts. This bold and dynamic programme provides a rare opportunity for young people aged 16–24 from underrepresented and socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds to discover, develop and showcase their creative potential. We look for people knowing that the talent is out there. We acknowledge that the playing field is not always level and that some hugely talented people might need a help to in considering a meaningful relationship with the Arts viable. The programme was paused in 2024 owing to lack of funding and a major funding campaign was launched. Sufficient funds were raised to bring Ignition back in 2025 but more funding is needed to secure this vital programme’s long-term future. Ignition is free for all participants, to remove any financial barriers, making it truly accessible to those who may otherwise not be able to afford it. Ignition works. Ignition makes a difference. We could not be more proud of Paapa, and of the impact and success Ignition has had in finding and bringing diverse young talent into the industry from areas where others might not be looking. As Paapa said, it is up to all of us to act to Save Ignition. Visit the link in our bio to find out how you can help.

‼️ATTENTION ‼️ Mark your calendars because our 2026 TRAIN course dates have just landed 💥 If that's not enough, email us at [email protected] and we will send you a reminder once applications open for your chosen course. We’ve got a cracking year ahead guys, can't wait to see you there 👌 More info via the 🔗 in bio.

We are excited to announce that applications are now open for our Intermediate Course. This 2.5-day course is running from Friday 26th - Sunday 28th June 2026 at Woolwich Works! These sessions are for people with previous experience in physical theatre or dance, or those who have attended our Introductory or Teacher Training workshops who wish to gain a deeper knowledge about the way we work in the rehearsal room. This training will develop your physical confidence, enabling you to be bold and playful in the way that you create your own work. Over the structured course, you will explore devising, physicality and collaboration, building on work made and finding meaning through movement created. If this sounds like a bit of you, follow the link in our bio to sign-up. Applications close on Sunday 24th May at 11:59pm. Any questions, feel free to drop us an email - [email protected]

Last night we were delighted to attend the launch of @annajordanwap poetry collection ‘Decade’. A stunning poetry debut that once again proves what we at Frantic have known all long - that Anna is a brilliant writer and a rare talent ❤️ check it out for yourselves via @brokensleepbooks

Episode 3 is here! 🎧✨ This week on The Pink Podcast, we’re diving into the magic (and mayhem!) of collaboration in theatre with the brilliant Jo Danvers @mischiefcomedy and Kerry Whelan @frantic_assembly 💥 From co-productions to creative partnerships, it’s a fascinating conversation about how big ideas come to life on stage 💫 Listen now on all streaming platforms - link in bio! #ThePinkPodcast #TheatrePodcast #MischiefTheatre FranticAssembly

Moments like this remind us just how powerful giving young people access to the arts can be! 🙌🏾 Congratulations to our friend Paapa Essiedu on winning Best Supporting Actor at the Olivier Awards for his remarkable performance in All My Sons, which we had the amazing opportunity of seeing at the end of February. Thank you, Paapa, for shining a light on the important work performing arts organisations like ours, are doing for young people across the country, and congratulations again on such a well-deserved win! ❤️ If you care about platforming talented young people, bringing untold stories on stage, and facilitating diversity in the arts, donate today by clicking the link in our bio. ...While you're there, why don't you check out our Story Highlight "Grad News" to see all of our grads who are shaking up the industry! Watch @pessiedu full speech on @bbciplayer 🎥 #IntermissionYouth #Olivierawards

We're thrilled to announce that 70+ @franticassembly resources are now available worldwide on Digital Theatre+! What's included: 5x full-length physical theatre productions 40+ student video workshops 5x printable playtexts and ready-to-use monologue/duologue excerpts 'Frantic Assembly Studio was developed to give access to our creative methodology and guide students and teachers with the devising process [...] This partnership between Digital Theatre+ and Frantic Assembly presents the Frantic Method in a wider theatre making context.' -- Scott Graham, Artistic Director and Co-Founder of Frantic Assembly DT+ is the only place to access this content worldwide. In the UK, you can get access via a free DT+ trial or direct through the Frantic Assembly Studio website. Image credits: Things I Know To Be True | © Frantic Assembly

ATTENTION NORTH WEST! Have you wanted to take part in our Intro course but haven’t been able to travel to London? Well, we are coming to you. Applications for our Liverpool Intro course are now open so don’t delay. Visit the link in our bio to find out more.

In case you missed it! Here is a sneak peak at our filming of @frantic_assembly ’s Lost Atoms which recently ran it’s last performance at the beginning of March. The full capture of the show will become available online in April at Frantic Assembly Studio (franticassemblystudio.co.uk). Make sure to catch Part 1 of our BTS on our page now @teafilms …

In February we teamed up with @frantic_assembly for more captivating work on the Lost Atoms theatrical run. Returning to @lyrichammersmith , we captured a six-camera-angle film of the show over two performances. Watch to see how we filmed this incredible show! Full length film of Lost Atoms will become available online in April at Frantic Assembly Studio (franticassemblystudio.co.uk). Catch a sneak peak of the full film in Part 2, now live @teafilms …

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Beautifully staged" - @whatsonstage "BREATHTAKING!" - @ovationradio "Ava Pickett's adaptation is thrillingly fresh and filthy" - @telegraph The stars are flooding in for our sell-out production of #TheManningtreeWitches! Join the waiting list for returns by emailing [email protected]

“It does not matter what is true, or not true. All that matters is what is written down.” Ava Pickett’s The Manningtree Witches is now playing at Mercury Theatre until Sat 14 Mar 🔥 📆 Until Sat 14 Mar 📍 Mercury Theatre Colchester 📸 @peachyraith