Youth Leadership Collective

The Youth Leadership Collective is for Coventry young people aged 16–21 who are passionate about performance and the creative arts. Through workshops, industry insights and collaborative projects, members develop their creative leadership skills and gain the confidence to shape opportunities for themselves and their communities. Throughout the year, they also create and share performance work, putting their ideas into action and sharing their voices with audiences across the city.  

In 2027, the collective will work towards two exciting creative projects. They will be supported throughout the process by their Creative Mentor, Ashlee Elizabeth Lolo, alongside industry professionals and the Warwick Arts Centre team.

Previous YLC members created a film called SEEN, which premiered at Warwick Arts Centre Cinema in May 2026 and was produced by local film company Avant Studios.

As a member of the Youth Leadership Collective, you receive:

• A dedicated Creative Mentor
• Payment for your time and contribution
• Creative and leadership development opportunities
• Free tickets to selected Warwick Arts Centre shows
• Training, workshops and skills-sharing sessions
• Access to industry professionals and networks
• Support to develop your own creative work

Mila, Joseph, Oscar, Mog, Antoni, Milo, Oli, Kat, Klaudia, Rebecca and Izzy.

Keep an eye out for their headshots, arriving in time for Christmas.

Delivered in partnership with YMCA Heart of England.