New Ambassadors of Intermission Youth

INTERMISSION YOUTH, a charity which transforms the lives of young people through drama, theatre and Shakespeare has announced the appointment of three new ambassadors to its fold. Olivier-award winning actor Kathryn Hunter widely acclaimed for her powerful portrayals of King Lear and Richard III, BAFTA award-winning actor Malachi Kirby (A Thousand Blows, Small Axe and Roots) and film, television and stage actor Indra Ové (Interview with a Vampire, Jerusalem – West End, RSC) join existing ambassadors Naomie Harris (Moonlight, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, Skyfall) and Danny Sapani (Black Panther, Star Wars: The Last Jedi).

The new ambassadors are uniquely positioned to champion and inspire the young people that Intermission Youth works with by sharing their own experiences and life skills. Kathryn Hunter says: “Intermission Youth is many things, not least a family, so when I was invited to become an ambassador, I was honoured and delighted. The company’s work is giving young people tools to make positive choices to become the best version of themselves through theatre and Shakespeare, through shared values and the inestimable value of teamwork. I have been part of the process and witnessed firsthand extraordinary talent and groundbreaking work. I look forward to inviting an ever-expanding audience to share in the work and supporting the future of the charity’s visionary mission.”

Led by co-founder and Artistic Director Darren Raymond, the organisation has connected with over 10,000 young Londoners since 2008. This year, Darren received Shakespeare's Globe's Sam Wanamaker award in recognition for the charity’s life-changing and pioneering work reaching young people who face economic discrimination and social inequality. 

The new Ambassadors announcement coincides with the launch of the charity’s first membership scheme. The initiative will help raise vital funds to support Intermission Youth’s continued growth in providing a much-needed accessible alternative to traditional drama schools and a safe space for personal development. 

This month Intermission Youth presents its annual full-scale production starring its current cohort from its 10-month drama programme. Comedy of Errors Remixed, is a re-imagination of Shakespeare’s classic farce and follows two asylum seekers as they arrive in the UK having escaped from conflict in their home country. Opening at London’s Courtyard Theatre until 20 December the themes resonate deeply with so many of the cohort whose lives and families have been negatively impacted by the climate and policies around immigration. 

Further Information: intermissionyouththeatre.co.uk.