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NT Connections at 30: still inspiring young talent across the UK

Long ReadsJun 19, 2025
Connections 2025: Normalised, written by Amanda Verlaque and performed by Brassneck Youth from Belfast, will be at the Dorfman, National Theatre on June 27. Photo: Mal McCann
Connections 2025: Normalised, written by Amanda Verlaque and performed by Brassneck Youth from Belfast, will be at the Dorfman, National Theatre on June 27. Photo: Mal McCann
From actors Naomi Ackie and Jack Wolfe to writers such as Jack Thorne and James Graham, the list of alumni from NT Connections is long and impressive. As the project celebrates its 30th year, Theo Bosanquet talks to some of those delivering the initiative, and past and present participants

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