York Footlights Theatre was founded by Nick Boardman, in 2012. The initial mission was to fundraise for Leeds Heart Unit's "Save Our Surgery" campaign, and our debut production of 'Robin Hood' raised over £1,000 for the cause with half of the proceeds going to Mia's Memory, a charity wich supports bereaved parents.

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Nick was determined that 'Footlights' become a tool for York artists to develop and stage their work. In 2014, performer and writer Olivia Jayne Newton took the helm to produce her play 'Crossed Swords' and later 'Vincent: A Portrait of Van Gogh' - the company's first musical.

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From these humble beginnings, York Footlights Theatre continues to grow and support local talent and worthy causes.

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Meet the team...

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Nick Boardman

Founder and Artistic Director 2012-2013

Olivia Jayne Newton

Artistic Director 2014-2016

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Associate Artists

We would like to thank our collaborators on previous projects, without whom our vision would not have been realised.

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Alison Morgan of 'Infinate Riches Theatre Company'

Daniel Wilmot of 'Baron Productions'