Court Theatre Training Company & The Courtyard Theatre Featured on BBC Radio London’s ‘Robert Elms’ Show

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news. Tim Gill, Principal of the Court Theatre Training Company as well as Artistic Director of The Courtyard Theatre and The Courtyard Studios, and Konstantinos Raptopoulos, our Marketing & Communications Manager, recently appeared on the Robert Elms Show on BBC Radio London.

In this conversation, they explored what makes The Courtyard a vibrant cultural hub in the heart of Hoxton, highlighting our enduring commitment to community, creativity, and international reach.

They reflected on the legacy and vision of June Abbott, whose influence continues to shape the ethos of both the Court Theatre Training Company and The Courtyard Theatre. They also spoke about the importance of fringe theatre and its crucial role in nurturing bold, original voices within the arts. The discussion also highlighted The Courtyard’s support for emerging artists, from live performances to exposure on The Courtyard Studios YouTube channel, many of whom have gone on to remarkable success. They also addressed the challenges of marketing grassroots venues and shows, and celebrated the exciting developments at our acting school and theatre, as we continue evolving to fully support artists, audiences, and students alike.

Above all, the interview offered an opportunity to share our journey, where we’ve come from, what we stand for, and everything still unfolding in this thriving creative hub.

We’re immensely grateful to the BBC Radio London team for giving us the chance to tell our story.

Listen to the full interview here:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002syc7?partner=uk.co.bbc&origin=share-mobile

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue building, creating, and celebrating the arts at Court Theatre Training Company and The Courtyard Theatre.

Take the next step in your acting career with our 2-year accelerated BA (Hons) Acting degree, validated by Buckinghamshire New University. Open to international students, this intensive, industry-led programme is designed for success in theatre and screen. As a member of the Federation of Drama Schools, Court Theatre Training Company offers professional, high-level training.

Applications are now open: www.courttheatre.org.uk/ba-hons-acting/