The National Youth Orchestra of Wales (NYOW) holds the unique distinction of being the world’s first national youth orchestra, giving its inaugural performance in 1946. In 2026, NYOW proudly marks 80 years of exceptional musical training and memorable performances.  

National Youth Arts Wales (NYAW) is excited to announce the conductors who’ll be leading the National Youth Arts Wales music ensembles this summer.

The National Youth Choir of Wales (NYCW) is delighted to announce that Lux Family Law will be the official Season Sponsor for its 2026 season.

National Youth Arts Wales (NYAW) is delighted to announce FREE Folk & Jazz Discovery Days taking place across Wales this March, offering young musicians aged 14–22 the chance to find their sound!

Young people aged 14–22 with a passion for dance are invited to take part in an exciting Dance Discovery Day, delivered by National Youth Dance Wales (NYDW) in partnership with Theatr Clwyd, Ballet Cymru and National Dance Company Wales, at Theatr Clwyd, Mold, on Sunday 1 March 2026. 

If you love dance and want to perform on a national stage, U.Dance Cymru 2026 could be your moment. 

National Youth Dance Wales is Celebrating 25 incredible years of providing dance opportunities for young Welsh dancers and artists from across the nation. To celebrate they have created a short documentary to mark the occasion. 

The National Youth Theatre of Wales (NYTW) is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year with an ambitious new ‘State of the Youth Nation’ bilingual theatre commission.

We’re excited to announce former National Youth Dance Wales (NYDW) Alumni, Welsh choreographer, movement artist and performer Osian Meilir will be joining NYDW as Guest Choreographer for 2026.

Calling all young performers in South Wales looking to take their first step into becoming a member of the National Youth Theatre of Wales!

Wales’ most dynamic youth dance opportunity returns - bigger, bolder, and more ambitious than ever.

National Youth Arts Wales is proud to announce Harlequin Print Group as a dynamic new sponsor and ally.

Join us for a special concert where talented young musicians from the National Youth Orchestra of Wales (NYOW) perform ‘side-by-side’ with world-class players from the BBC National Orchestra of Wales.

As we continue to develop our portfolio, we're seeking up to 4 trustees who can help us innovate, strengthen skills and amplify our impact.

Each year on our residencies, we celebrate our musicians who display the most promise and dedication.