Queen's graduate brings International film shoot to 'Bright Young Things' of Belfast

The Bright Young Things of Belfast are set to be the stars of an International Documentary film.

The second branch of Bright Young Things Drama, workshops for 3 – 12 yrs taught exclusively by professional actors, opens its doors on Saturday 22nd September and with it “Lights! Camera! Action! as London based Film director, Or Shlomi’s global documentary films the bright young things of Belfast.

Shlomi’s film is based in three locations across the world - Israel, South Africa and Northern Ireland. No mean feat! And what do these places have in common? War. “Don’t leave us kids alone!” is a film exploring the role of education in advancing intercultural harmony. For 12 months, the film will follow children growing up in divided societies, developing their sense of identity, and forming relationships with those of a different cultural heritage. One of the many aims of the film is to bring attention to the concept of global citizenship as a tool to pass to the next generation to deal with the challenges of a global future.

Based at The Southbank Playhouse Belfast, just off the Ormeau Road, Bright Young Things gives 3-12 year olds the opportunity to improve their confidence, creativity and communication skills through the medium of play and drama. Shlomi says“ I am interested in observing children from different backgrounds coming together for the first time in a neutral and creative space. Bright Young Things Drama will be a wonderful opportunity for the children of Belfast to explore their similarities and differences under the expert direction of professional actors who will also be best placed to help me to cast the right children in the key roles of the film”.

Bright Young Things, which opens its doors in Belfast on Saturday 22nd September, was founded by Lisa Duffy. A graduate of Queen’s University, Lisa has also trained at the UK’s top drama school, London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and spent several years working in the West End.  She is also a qualified primary school teacher with extensive experience and education in drama.

Enrolment for BYT has already started and places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. To find out more or to book a place for your child, please call Lisa Duffy on 07793683456 or click www.bytdrama.com.