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Learning & Participation

Young Critics

Aged 11-18? Love writing? Always sharing your opinions on books, music, and shows?

Our Young Critics are a select group of young people who get behind the scenes and review shows at Lichfield Festival. Young Critics visit Festival events and write reviews to share their thoughts and opinions with Lichfield visitors and residents.

You can read the latest on the Young Critics blog 

As a Young Critic, you will:

  • Receive a special Festival pass and free tickets to selected events
  • Take part in a writing masterclass with professional writers
  • Review everything from theatre and dance, to live music, and so much more
  • Work alongside the Festival team and meet performers, authors, and artists
  • Sharpen your writing skills through real-world reviewing
  • See your reviews published on the Festival blog and beyond

You’ll be invited to a range of Festival events, and then write a short review or create a short form video for each one. It’s a fun, hands-on way to build your writing portfolio and start getting your name out there.

Who are we looking for?

You might be:

  • A young writer or aspiring journalist
  • A book lover, music fan, theatre-goer, or curious creative
  • Someone who’s enthusiastic, open-minded
  • Able to work quickly and meet deadlines
  • Developing your creative or critical writing

If you love writing, trying new things, and sharing your thoughts, we want to hear from you!

JOIN

Applications are now closed for Young Critics - they will open again in 2027, we look forward to hearing from you then! 

If you have any questions please email Alex Clark-Michalek (learning and participation producer) at alex.clark-michalek@lichfieldfestival.org.

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