Since its foundation in 1977, by Educational Psychologist Paddy O’ Dwyer, Dublin Youth Theatre has forged a unique contribution to the worlds of theatre and youth work. Four decades later, DYT continues to provide exciting opportunities for young people in the 14 – 22 age group to gain experience in drama, theatre and the related arts.
Writers & theatre makers such as Peter Sheridan, Anne Enright, Gerard Stembridge, Paul Mercier, Lee Dunne, Mark O’Rowe, Charlie McCarthy, Art O’Briain, Desperate Optimists & Brokentalkers have been commissioned by DYT in the past, with many of the productions being performed at the Project Arts Centre in Dublin.