Synergy Theatre Project, Background and projects

Background and projects

Established in 1999 Synergy Theatre Project works towards rehabilitation with prisoners, ex-prisoners and young people at risk through theatre and related activities whilst placing the wider issues surrounding criminal justice in the public arena.

Our work is founded on the belief that theatre can be transformative and challenges perceptions of both prisoners and society, building a more positive future. Synergy is committed to artistic excellence, believing it to be an integral part of achieving this purpose.

Synergy's work is divided into four strands of activity: theatre productions, new writing, education work with young people, and radio and film. To date our work includes thirteen productions with prisoners and ex-prisoners, six crime prevention projects, a radio project, two national prison script writing competitions, a play commission and a film.