young producers 2025-26

We are back for round two of our Producers training programme at Dugdale Arts Centre in Enfield.

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!

Over the course of 12 engaging weeks, you’ll dive into all aspects of event planning, plus the exciting opportunity to co-produce your very own live poetry event at Dugdale Arts Centre with the programme co-hort.

Priority will be given to those in Enfield, we will also be accepting applications from the surrounding boroughs.

Please note that applications for the 2025 programme have now closed.

Perks of the programme

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.

Expenses for travel will be covered and you will receive a freelancers fee for the event days.

Last year, our group of 10 producers put on a sold out show in DAC, hosting some of Enfields finest poetic talent.

Session dates

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

You must be able to attend ALL of the following in-person sessions running between 6:30pm-9:00pm:

02 December 2025 – Interview Session
16 December 2025
23 December 2025
30 December 2025
06 January 2026
13 January 2026
20 January 2026
27 January 2026
03 January 2026
10 January 2026
17 January 2026
21 February 2026 – Event Day 1
28 February 2026 – Event Day 2
10 March 2026

Applications for the 2025 programme have now closed. We will be in touch if you are successful by 6pm Monday 24th November.

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This project is funded by Enfield Council, UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Arts Council England