Australian Theatre For Young People

Since 1963, Australian Theatre for Young People (atyp) has become Australia's leading youth theatre company.

atyp is a Sydney-based theatre company for young people. The quote "We are driven by the idea that the arts can inspire creative, courageous and confident young people wherever they are and whatever they want to be. We believe that the arts have the power to transform lives, enrich communities and ultimately impact upon the future of our nation. Our Vision is to be the leading Australian youth theatre company, inspiring and nurturing imagination, confidence and creativity in young people across the country."

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