Long Cloud Youth Theatre

Long Cloud Youth Theatre Company Since 2006 Long Cloud Youth Theatre has been a hot house for Aotearoa's most exciting young acting talent. Based in Poneke, Long Cloud is a unique training and production company for young actors aged 16-21 years. Overseen by a governance board, the Company gives young actors the means to enhance their theatrical skills through practical performance experience and the opportunity to work with Wellington’s foremost directors and tutors. The programme, originally established by Willem Wassenaar, is led by new artistic director Ben Ashby. Previous artistic directors include Stella Reid, Brett Adam, and Aaron Cortesi. The members of the Company get intensive training in movement, voice and acting by various tutors as well as working on stage productions throughout the year.